Frame Rail
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required: Tin Snips
Fastener Kit: F75118
Wrenches: 10mm, 11/16, 18mm
Drill Bits: None
Fasteners Typical
Both Sides
Frame Rail
2"-4"
Kink fishwire
To keep block
Independent of bolt
Figure 3
Frame Rail
Figure 4
Qty. (6)
Carriage Bolt 7/16-14 x 1/3/4 GR5
Qty. (6)
Spacer Block ¼" x 1 x 3
Qty. (6)
Conical Toothed Washer 7/16"
1.
Remove heat shield on 2002 and earlier models.
2.
Fishwire carriage bolts and blocks thru access hole in end of frame as shown in Figure 1.
Note: Keep carriage bolts and blocks independent of each other for fishwiring (see Figure 3).
3.
Raise hitch into position and install conical toothed washers and hex nuts.
Note: Be careful not to push fasteners back into frame.
4.
Trim heat shield as shown in Figure 2.
5.
Reinstall heat shield using existing fasteners, except over hitch bracket use new M6 hex bolt and flat washer supplied with hitch (see Figure 4).
Note: check hitch frequently, making sure all fasteners and ball are properly tightened. If hitch is removed, plug all holes in trunk pan or other body panels to prevent
entry of water and exhaust fumes. A hitch or ball which has been damaged should be removed and replaced. Observe safety precautions when working beneath a
vehicle and wear eye protection. Do not cut access or attachment holes with a torch.
This product complies with safety specifications and requirements for connecting devices and towing systems of the state of New York, V.E.S.C. Regulation V-5 and
SAE J684.
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Installation Instructions
Ford Escape
Mazda Tribute
Fascia
Heat Shield
Attachment Holes
Access Hole
Both Sides
Bracket
Heat Shield
Tighten all 7/16-14 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 N*M)
Tighten M6 x 1.00 CL8.8 fasteners with torque wrench to 10 Lb.-Ft. (14 N*M)
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer's Rating or
Hitch type
Weight Distributing
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
Wiring Access Location: SUV, SUV2
Figure 1
Qty. (6)
Hex Nut 7/16-14
Qty. (1)
Hex Bolt M6 x 1.00 x 20mm CL8.8
Qty. (1)
Flat Washer ¼"
Sheet 1 of 6
Part Numbers:
75118, 87635
44723, 70636,
78219
U-Haul
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
5000 (2270 Kg.)
500 (227 Kg.)
3500 (1589 Kg.)
350 (159 Kg.)
Heat Shield
11-1/4"
(286 mm)
Trim ¾" wide slot
2"
Notch this Area
(51mm)
Figure 2
(2002 and Earlier Models)
N75118
05-15-24
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
3-3/4"
(95mm)
Rev. C