Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required: Pullwire ( provided),
Lubricant or Soapy water
Fastener Kit: 75710F
Wrenches: 18mm, 19mm, 3/4", 11/16"
and 6" Ratchet extension,
A. Insert bolt and
B. Align block on
block into frame
Figure 2
Reverse pull wire procedure
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Figure 3
Both sides
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Hex bolt M12 x 1.75 x 40mm CL8.8
2
Qty. (5)
Conical washer 1/2"
3
Qty. (1)
Bolt Carriage ½-13 x 1.50 GR5
4
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Spacer ¼" x 1.00 x 2.00
5
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Hex nut 1/2-13
For vehicles with OEM Tow Hook: Tow hook must be permanently removed for hitch installation.
1.Lower exhaust system at the rubber isolator (3 places). Note: Spraying a lubricant or soapy water on the metal hanger rod and the rubber isolator helps
removal. Remove rubber isolator from mufflers only (2) to be re‐install step 3. Be careful not to allow muffler to fall under its own weight.
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2.Remove and return exhaust hanger, and/or exhaust hanger with factory tow hook, and fasteners to vehicle owner.
3.Install carriage bolts (item 6) into exhaust hangers on hitch. Install rubber isolators removed in step 1, onto 7/16 carriage bolts on hitch. Install flat
washer, and 7/16‐14 hex lock nut. See Figure 3.
4.Feed ½‐13 carriage bolt and spacer into passenger side frame rail as shown using reverse pullwire procedure. Leave pullwire attached. See Figure 2.
5.Feed pull wire though hole in bracket on passenger side. Raise hitch into position, over exhaust and align with existing weldnuts in frame rail and ½‐13
carriage bolt installed in Step 4. Install M12 hex bolts and conical washer as shown.
6.Remove pullwire and install conical washer and hex nut on carriage bolt.
7.Tighten all fasteners to the required torque specificaion.
8.Raise exhaust back into position (3 places). Note: Spraying a lubricant or soapy water on the metal hanger rod and the rubber isolator helps.
8 Raise exhaust back into position (3 places) Note: Spraying a lubricant or soapy water on the metal hanger rod and the rubber isolator helps
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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2010, 2011 Cequent Performance Products
Installation Instructions
Fascia
C. Pull bolt thru
access hole
block
Hitch exhaust
hangers (2)
Rubber
isolator
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Must be install before hitch is
raised into position
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Tighten all M12 CL.8.8 fasteners with torque wrench to 68 Lb.-Ft (92 N*M)
Tighten all ½-13 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
Ford Explorer
For vehicles with OEM Tow Hook:
Tow hook must be permanently
removed for hitch installation.
Hitch type
Weight Distributing
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
Wiring Access Location: SUV3 & SUV4
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STEP 3
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Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer's Rating or
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
5000 (2270 Kg)
4000 (1816 Kg)
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Bolt carriage 7/16-14 x 2.500 GR5
Flat washer 7/16
Hex lock nut 7/16-14
Pullwire
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75710N
6-8-11
Part Numbers:
75710
87720
44659
78195
U-Haul
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
500 (227 Kg)
400 (182 Kg)
Existing weldnuts
Both sides
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Rev. D
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05