Draw-Tite 65051 FRONT MOUNT RECEIVER - Manual

Installation Instructions
TOYOTA TUNDRA
Part Numbers:
65051
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required:
Wrenches: 7/8”, 17mm, 18mm
Drill Bits: None
NOTE: Vehicles with front skid shield require skid shield removal for access to engine oil filter. It is recommended to
remove skid shield when installing this hitch.
1. Remove existing tie down / tow loop and keep for reinstallation. Two wheel drive may only have a tie down loop pointing down.
2. Raise hitch into position as shown and reinstall tie down / tow loop with fasteners provided. Do not tighten bolts yet.
3. With vertical bolts loose, use bolt leaders provided to install carriage bolt and block into the frame (see figure 2). Part of the plastic
wheel well will cover half the access hole, this can be temporarily pushed out of the way. Keep bolt and block separate until
inside frame. Do not pull bolts through the side mounting hole yet.
4. Route each of the bolt leaders though the mounting brackets. Tighten vertical bolts to raise hitch into final position. Pull bolt leaders
to install the side mounting bolts through mounting brackets. Install Conical washers and nuts as shown.
5. Tighten all fasteners to spec.
Tighten all 1/2” fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102N*M)
Rev. B 6-18-08 65051N Sheet 1 of 3 z 2007, 2008 Cequent Towing Products
Bolt leader Qty. (2)
6
Carriage bolt – 1/2”-13 x 2” Qty. (2)
3
Hex nut – 1/2” - 13 Qty. (2)
5
Conical washer – 1/2” Qty. (6)
2
Block – 1/4” x 1” x 3” Qty. (2)
4
Hex bolt – M12 x 1.25 x 55mm Cl 8.8 Qty. (4)
1
Tighten all M12 fasteners with torque wrench to 68 Lb.-Ft. (92 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.
Fastener Kit: 65051F
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
CARGO CAPACITY – DO NOT EXCEED
500 LB. (227 Kg) OR VEHICLE FRONT GROSS
AXLE WEIGHT RATING. (GAWR)
MAX. WINCH LINE PULL 9000 LB
This is a magnified view
of a Bolt Leader
12
Tie down / Tow loop
This 1” diameter tow
loop is an option on
some models
34 5 2
Vertical bolts
Side mounting hole Access hole
Mounting bracket
Front bumper fascia
Frame rail
Figure 1
Figure 2
Side mounting bolts
Bolt
leader
MAX. WINCH LINE PULL 4086 Kg