Frame Rail
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required: Tin Snips
Fastener Kit: F75118
Wrenches: 10mm, 11/16, 18mm
Drill Bits: 7/16", ½"
Fasteners Typical
Both Sides
Frame Rail
Qty. (2)
Carriage Bolt 7/16-14 x 1/3/4 GR5
Qty. (2)
Spacer Block ¼" x 1 x 3
Qty. (2)
Conical Toothed Washer 7/16"
Qty. (2)
Hex Nut 7/16-14
Optional Installation with Existing O.E.M. Class 2 Integrated Hitch/Bumper
1.
Remove heat shield on 2002 and earlier models
2.
Raise hitch into position and loosely install hex bolts into existing weldnuts.
3.
Using hitch as a template, drill 7/16" hole thru center attachment slot at a slight angle towards the center of the vehicle.
4.
Lower aftermarket hitch and open 7/16" hole to ½"
5.
Open 5/8" x 15/16" slot forward of foremost bolt hole to accept 1" x 3" block.
6.
Fishwire block and carriage bolt through the access hole into the drilled hole.
7.
Raise hitch into position using new fasteners.
8.
Tighten all 7/16-14 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 N*M)
Tighten all M12 x 1.75 CL10.9 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
9.
Trim heat shield as shown in Figure 2.
10.
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
Optional Installation with existing O.E.M. Class 2
Integrated Hitch/Bumper
Fascia
1-1/4" O.E.M.
Hitch
Access Slot
Both Sides
Existing Weldnuts
Tighten M6 x 1.00 CL8.8 fastener with torque wrench to 10 Lb.-Ft. (14 N*M)
Tighten all 7/16-14 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 N*M)
Tighten all M12 x 1.75 CL10.9 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Hitch type
Weight Distributing
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
Wiring Access Location: SUV, SUV2
Qty. (1)
Hex Bolt M6 x 1.00 x 20mm CL8.8
Qty. (1)
Flat Washer ¼"
Qty. (4)
Hex Bolt M12 x 1.75 x 45mm CL10.9
Qty. (4)
Conical Toothed Washer ½"
Sheet 2 of 6
Part Numbers:
75118, 87635,
44723, 70636,
78219
Manufacturer's Rating or
Max Gross
Max Tongue
Trailer WT (LB)
5000 (2270 Kg.)
500 (227 Kg.)
3500 (1589 Kg.)
350 (159 Kg.)
Heat Shield
Attachment Holes
Drilled Hole
Both Sides
Existing O.E.M.
Hitch/Bumper
N75118
05-15-24
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
U-Haul
WT (LB)
Rev. C