Draw-Tite 65025 FRONT MOUNT RECEIVER - Manual

Front Mounted Receiver
Installation Instructions
Ford F-150, F-250 Light Duty, Expedition, Navigator
DOES NOT FIT 1997-1998 2WD F-150 & F250 LD
Part Numbers:
65025
1. Remove optional skid plate if present.
2. Remove optional tow hooks if present.
3. For 1999 and newer 4WD F-150, F-250 LD and Expedition models, remove lower fascia and return to vehicle owner.
4. For 1997-1998 4WD F-150, F-250 LD and Expedition models without tow hook option, lower fascia must be removed or trimmed for
receiver tube clearance. NOTE: CONSULT VEHICLE OWNER BEFORE TRIMMING.
5. For Navigator models, remove bottom fascia fasteners and remove internal air baffle and return to vehicle owner. Reinstall bottom fascia
fasteners. Remove plastic rivets from air valve located on passenger side frame rail.
6. Unclip wire harness from driver's side frame rail if present. Relocate as necessary.
7. Raise receiver into position. See above for correct hole pattern.
8. Feed carriage bolts and blocks through frame as shown in Figure 1 using pull wire.
9. * If gap between receiver side bracket and vehicle frame is .250" or greater, then install 1-1/2” x 3” x 1/4” round hole spacers as necessary.
See Figure 2.
10. Install remaining nuts and washers.
11. Reinstall optional tow hooks if removed. Tighten tow hook bolts prior to tightening receiver nuts.
12. For Navigator models, drill new mounting holes next to receiver for air valve and reinstall plastic rivets.
13. Reinstall optional skid plate if removed. On 1997-98 models, skid plate will have to be notched where it contacts receiver side brackets.
Tighten all 1/2” GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft (102 N-m).
Rev. A 11-07-05 N65025 Sheet 1 of 3 z 2005 Cequent Towing Products
Pull Wire Qty. (2) 6 Spacer, 1-1/2” x 3” x 1/4”, Round Hole Qty. (4) 3
Hex Nut, 1/2” Qty. (4) 5 Spacer, 1-1/2” x 3” x 1/4”, Square Hole Qty. (4) 2
Lock Washer, 1/2” Qty. (4) 4 Carriage Bolt, 1/2”-13 x 1-3/4” Qty. (4) 1
Tighten all M12 CL9.8 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft (102 N-m).
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.
Equipment Required:
Wrenches: 7mm, 8mm, 10mm,
15mm, 7/8”
Drill Bits: None
Fastener Kit: K65025
CARGO CAPACITY – DO NOT EXCEED
500 LB. OR VEHICLE FRONT GROSS
AXLE WEIGHT RATING. (GAWR)
LB. MAX. WINCH LINE PULL 9000
Tighten all M8 CL9.8 fasteners with torque wrench to 25 Lb.-Ft (34 N-m).
Receiver Shown In Proper Position
Bumper
For 1997-98 4WD F-150,
F-250 LD, & Expedition Models
1999 2WD F-150 & F-250 LD Models
Navigator Models
(Both Sides)
For 1999 & Newer 4WD F-150,
F-250 LD & Expedition Models
(Both Sides)
Recovery
Eye
FIGURE 1
Receiver
.250” Or
Greater
Vehicle
Frame
FIGURE 2