Draw-Tite 65055 FRONT MOUNT RECEIVER - Manual

Installation Instructions
Jeep Wrangler
Part Numbers:
65055
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
CARGO CAPACITY D t d AREA OPEN
4
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required:
CARGO CAPACITY – Do not exceed
500 LB. or Truck Front
Gross Axle Weight Rating, (GAWR).
9,000lb. MAXIMUM WINCH LINE PULL
AREA OPEN
ON 07-09
MODELS
FASCIA
SEE
STEP 4
3
4
7
FIGURE 3
Wrenches: 3/4”,
number 2 Phillip screwdriver
Drill Bits: none
Fastener Kit: 65055F
Other Tools: Cutting tool for
hard plastic fascia.
5
6
5
2
WIRE HARNESS
ATTACHMENT HOLE
VERTICAL POST
IMPACT
STRUCTURE
ATTACHMENT
AS
FIGURE 4 ** PLASTIC
COVER
OPTIONAL
TRIMING
2
FRAME RAIL
FRONT FASCIA
STRUCTURE
STEEL BUMPER
FASTENER
HOLES
1 Qty. (2) HEX BOLT – 1/2”-13 X 1-1/2” GR 5 5 Qty. (4) HEX BOLT – 1/2”-13 X 1-1/4” GR 5
2 Qty. (6) WASHER – 1/2” CONICAL 6 Qty. (2) LOCK WASHER – 1/2”
3 Qty. (2) BLOCK – 1/4” X 1-1/2” X 3” 7 Qty. (4) HANDLE NUT – 1/2”-13
1
2
STRUCTURE
(PLASTIC COVER
NOT SHOWN)
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 1
TRIM AREA
1. REMOVE (6) FRONT FASCIA ATTACHMENT FASTENERS, (4 LOCATED AS SHOWN IN FIGURE 2 AND (2) LOCATED AT THE REAR SIDE OF
IMPACT STRUCTURE) WITH A GOOD NUMBER 2 PHILLIP HEAD SCREW DRIVER.
HINT: QUICK 1/2 TURN MOVEMENT OF THE SCREW DRIVER HELPS.
2. PULL OUT WIRE HARNESS ATTACHMENTS ON THE VERTICAL POST AS SHOWN IN FIGURE 1.
TO ALLOW MORE ACCESS TO THE VERTICAL POST THE TOP PLASTIC COVER BETWEEN THE BUMPER AND GRILL CAN BE SLID OFF
TO EACH SIDE AFTER REMOVING 2 PLASTIC FASTENERS LOCATED ABOVE THE FRAME RAIL (SEE FIGURE 4). THIS CAN REALLY
HELP ON THE RUBICON MODEL.
3 SLIDE HITCH INTO POSITION AS SHOWN IN FIGURE 1 AND 3 LOOSELY INSTALL FASTENERS 1 THRU 4 AT THE BUMPER LOCATIONS
4 Qty. (2) HEX NUTS – 1/2”-13 8 Qty. (2) CABLE TIES (NOT SHOWN)
3. SLIDE HITCH INTO POSITION AS SHOWN IN FIGURE 1 AND 3. LOOSELY INSTALL FASTENERS 1 THRU 4 AT THE BUMPER LOCATIONS.
4. LOOSLEY INSTALL OTHER FASTENERS AS SHOWN. THE HANDLENUT (ITEM 7) CAN BE INSTALLED FROM ABOVE OR BELOW THE
VERTICAL POST. DIFFERENT MODELS AND YEARS WILL DICTATE THIS.
** VEHICLE VARIATION MAY REQUIRE TWO CONICAL WASHERS (ITEM 2) AT THIS ATTACHEMENT TO PREVENT THE END OF THE BOLT
HITTING THE FRAME RAIL.
5. PUSH THE HITCH REARWARD (KEEPING IT LEVEL) AND TIGHTEN FASTENERS. USE CABLE TIES TO HOLD WIRE HARNESS TO HITCH.
6. ASK CUSTOMER BEFORE TRIMMING FASCIA. TRIM FASCIA AS SHOWN IN FIGURE 2. USE THE HITCH AS A PATTERN.
CAUTION; BUMPER ATTACHMENTS ARE NOT CENTERED ON VEHICLE.
7. REINSTALL FRONT FASCIA WITH FASTENERS REMOVED IN STEP 1.
Tighten all 1/2” – 13 X 1-1/4 long fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 n*m)
Tighten all 1/2” – 13 x 1-1/2 long fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 n*m)
z 2010 Cequent Performance Products Sheet 1 of 3 N65055 5-6-10 Rev. A
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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.
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05