Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required:
Fastener Kit: 75681F
Wrenches: 18mm, 19mm & 3/4
Saturn Vue: Open end 3/4 wrench,
Equinox: 6" Ratchet Extension
Drill Bits: None
Figure 3.
Large Block
Frame Rail
Pull Wire
See Step 3
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Hex Bolt M12
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Conical Washer
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Carriage Bolt 1/2-13
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Hex Nut 1/2-13
1. If present, remove the tie down brackets from vehicle frame rail. Return bolts and tie down bracket to owner.
2. Remove the fascia door, if present.
3. Feed the carriage bolt and large block thru slots on bottom of frame rails using the pull wire, as shown Figure 3
4. Raise the hitch into position; lifting the bumper mounting bracket over the fascia (where needed). Secure with M12 bolts and conical washers into
the existing weld nuts, being careful not to push the bolts into the frame, as shown Figure 1.
5. Hand tighten all bolts.
6. On vehicles without existing weldnuts in the bumper: Pull carriage bolts and small blocks thru end of the bumper and feed through the bumper mounting bracket using
the pull wire.
Attach conical washer and nut. As shown Figure 1.
On vehicle with existing weldnuts in bumper: Install the M12 bolts and conical washer through the bumper mounting bracket into the existing
weld nuts in the bumper, as shown Figure 2.
7. Tighten all 1/2-13 GR5 fastener with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M). Tighten all M12 CL10.9 fasteners with torque wrench to 92 Lb.-Ft. (125 N*M)
Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch secure to the vehicle when towing.
8.
Replace the fascia door on the Equinox.
Note: Due to different configuration of the vehicle there will be extra hardware left over.
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
Chevrolet Equinox
Pontiac Torrent
Saturn Vue
GMC Terrain
Fascia
Existing Weld Nuts
Small Block
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Pull Wire
See Step 6
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Figure 1.
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Pull Wire blocks
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer's Rating or
Hitch type
Weight Distributing
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
Wiring Access Location: 2005-06 Chevrolet SUV3
SUV1, 2
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Block 1-1/2 X 2 (Small Block)
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Block 1-1/2 X 3 (Large Block)
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Pull Wire
Sheet 1 of 3
75681N
Part Numbers:
75681
87572
44637
Max Gross
Max Tongue
Trailer WT (LB)
WT (LB)
4000 (1816 Kg)
400 (182 Kg)
3500 (1589 Kg)
350 (159 Kg)
2007-09 Chevrolet
06 Pontiac SUV3 07- Pontiac SUV1,2
Saturn SUV1, SUV2
2010 GMC & Terrain SUV1, 2
Fasteners typical both sides.
Bumper
Existing Weld Nuts
Bumper Mounting Bracket
Figure 2.
Existing Weld Nuts
10-06-15
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
Rev. B