Pro Series 51138 51 Receiver - Manual

Installation Instructions
Dodge Dakota
Part Numbers:
51138
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required: Tape
Wrenches: 1-1/8”, 22mm
Drill Bits: None
1. Remove the lower bolts from the frame mounting brackets, (2) per side. Bolts will be use for hitch installation. Do not discard.
2. Attach flat washers with tape to the underside of the bumper (see Figure 2).
3. Insert bumper bracket mounting structure between flat washers (installed in Step 2) and bumper.
4. Swivel hitch into position and loosely reinstall fasteners removed in Step 1 with additional flat washers.
5. Install bumper bracket mounting structure fasteners as shown above.
6. Tighten all fasteners to the required torque specifications
Tighten all ¾-10 GR5 fasteners with a torque wrench to 260 Lb.-Ft. (353 N*M)
Tighten all M14 CL8.8 fasteners with a torque wrench to 89 Lb.-Ft. (121 N*M)
Rev. A 8-11-09 51138N Sheet 1 of 3 z 2009 Cequent Performance Products
Flat Washer ½” Qty. (8) 4 Flat Washer ¾” Qty. (6) 2
Lock Nut ¾-10 (w/Nylon Insert) Qty. (1) 3 Hex Bolt ¾-10 x 2.75 GR5 Qty. (1) 1
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.
Fastener Kit: 51138F
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
500 (227 Kg.) 5000 (2270 Kg.)
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
800 (363 Kg.) 8000 (3632 Kg.) Weight Distributing
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
Hitch type
Wiring Access Location: PU1, PU2
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
Bumper
Frame Rail
Frame Mounting Brackets
Existing Weldnuts
Bumper
Bumper Bracket
Mounting Structure
Existing fasteners
Removed in Step 1
Reinstalled with
Additional washers
In Step 4.
Fasteners Typical
Both Sides
Bumper
Figure 2
Note: Additional flat washer
(provided) may be inserted
For more clearance.
Figure 1
1
2
3
Qty. 5 or 6
4