Draw-Tite 65061 FRONT MOUNT RECEIVER User Manual

Front mounted receiver installation instructions, Part numbers

Front Mounted Receiver Installation Instructions

Ford F-150, 2WD & 4WD Models

All including XL, XLT, STX, FX2, FX4, EcoBoost, Lariat,

King Ranch, Platinum,*SVT Raptor & **Harley-Davidson

Lincoln Mark LT – Mexico only

Part Numbers:

65061

It is necessary to trim a section out of the fascia. See Picture above. Note: For 2011 and newer trucks the air dam must be removed. Use 15mm wrench
to remove (2) nuts holding air dam.

Insert 1/2” x 6” long bolts through conical washers and install through 1” diameter holes on the inside of truck frame rails.

Slide the spacer tubes onto the 1/2” x 6” bolts by inserting them from the outside of truck frame rails.

Secure 1/2” flat washers on outside of truck frame rails using tape as shown in the picture above.

Gently pull bolts back so that the end of the bolts are even with the washers, this is so the hitch can be raised into position.

Position hitch and raise into position being careful not to knock off taped washers on frame. Install fasteners as shown above.

5. Use 5/8” bolt leaders to pull 5/8” carriage bolts into frame slots and through hitch. Square shoulders of bolts must be pulled out to engage with sides
of frame slots. Use access slots on inside of truck frame as shown above to pull 5/8” carriage bolts through. Note: It may be necessary to file slots slightly on
some truck frames to allow bolts to pass through more easily. Or you can pull bolts through end of frame above recovery eyes on 4WD models.

Tighten all 5/8” GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 150 Lb.-Ft (203 N-M).

Sheet 1 of 3

65061N

9-5-12

Rev. A

Qty. (2)

Hex Bolt, 1/2”-13 x 6” Gr5

Qty. (2)

Carriage Bolt, 5/8”-11 X 2” Gr5

Qty. (2)

Flat Washer, 1/2”

Qty. (2)

Conical Washer, 5/8”

Qty. (4)

Conical Washer, 1/2”

Qty. (2)

Hex Nut, 5/8”

Qty. (2)

Hex Nut, 1/2”

Qty. (2)

1.50” x 2.00” Block

Qty. (2)

Tube, Spacer x 4-

1/4”

Qty. (2)

Pull Wire

Tighten all 1/2” GR5 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: 3/4”, 7/8”, 15/16”
15mm, if removing air dam

Drill Bits: None

Fastener Kit: 65061F

CARGO CAPACITY

– Do not exceed

500 LB. or Truck Front

Gross Axle Weight Rating, (GAWR).

9,000lb.

MAXIMUM WINCH LINE PULL

Receiver Shown In Proper Position

This is a magnified
view of a Bolt Leader

All 4 WD trucks come standard

with recovery eyes,

2WD model trucks do not.

Fasteners typical both sides of vehicle

Tape 1/2” flat washer in to
depression around hole on outside of
frame both sides of truck.

CONSULT VEHICLE OWNER BEFORE TRIMMING OR CUTTING FASCIA.

Other Tools: Tape, Cutting

tool for hard plastic fascia.

Optional to pull

carriage bolts from

end of frame on

4WD trucks.

*Raptor requires front skid-shield modification.

**Harley-Davidson versions may push up on plastic air- dam.

Trim fascia 1-3/8” from bottom by 3-1/2” wide

for 4WD. 1” up from bottom by 3-1/2” wide for

2WD trucks.

Verify dimensions before trimming fascia.

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2011 & Up

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