Draw-Tite 36479 FRAME HITCH - Manual

Installation Instructions
Saturn Aura
Chevrolet Malibu
Part Numbers:
36479, 90194
06658, 36327 U-Haul
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Wiring Access Location: PC1, PC2
3
2
1
Vehicle needs to be jacked up if
installation is from ground level.
Rev. B 9-19-08 36479N Sheet 1 of 3 z 2008 Cequent Towing Products
Nut 3/8-16 Qty. (2) 5
Nut 1/2-13 Qty. (2) 9 Conical Washer 3/8” Qty. (2) 4
Lock Washer 1/:” Qty. (2) 8 Spacer 1/4 X 1 X 2 Qty. (2) 3
Spacer 1/4 X 1 X 3 Sq Hole Qty. (2) 7 Spacer 1/4 X 1 X 2 Sq Hole Qty. (2) 2
Carriage Bolt 1/2-13 X 1.75 GR5 Qty. (2) 6 Carriage Bolt 3/8-16 x 1.50 GR5 Qty. (2) 1
Tighten all 3/8-16 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 30 Lb.-Ft. (47 N*M)
Tighten all 1/2-13 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.
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
Drawbar must be used in the
RISE position only.
Drawbar Kit:
36065
3500 LB (1589 Kg) Max Gross Trailer Weight
300 LB (136 Kg) Max Tongue Weight
Equipment Required: Pull wires (Provided)
Wrenches: 11/16, 3/4
Drill Bits: 1/2”, 3/8”
Fastener Kit: 36479F
8
9
4
5
6
7
Cut outs for clarity Bulk head
Fascia Frame rail
End
panel
End
panel
Frame rail
Fasteners same both sides
Lower exhaust on dual exhaust
system for ease of installation.
Access hole
1/2” Pull wire
3/8 “ Pull wire
Existing hole in some
vehicles
3/8 “ Hole to be drilled hole on
vehicle without existing hole
Lowering exhaust on vehicle
that require drilling in end
panel for ease of installation.
Note: Bumper material is very
tough and difficult to drill. Use
Rotabroach hole cutting tool –
Towing Products part number”
40109 - 3/8” or carbide drill.
(sold separately)
Instructions for vehicle without hole in end panel.
1. Raise hitch into position. Position the hitch against the end panel centering the over the bumper attachment bolt (A). Make sure the bracket
is flat against the frame rail. Check alignment.
2. Using the hitch as a template mark and center punch hole locations. Drill two 3/8 hole through end panel. Remove burrs.
Continue with remaining instructions.
Instructions for vehicle with hole in end panel.
1. Tape spacers (Item 3) into position. Feed pull wire through spacers (Item 3) behind end panel. Slide spacer
(Item 2) onto pull wires then thread carriage bolts (Item 1) onto pull wire. Gently pull reinforcement plate
and carriage bolt into position. Leave the bolt leaders attached or tape carriage bolts into position.
2. Raise hitch into position and install conical washer (Item 4) and nut (Item 5).
3. Using the hitch as a template, drill two 1/2” holes through frame rail.
4. Feed pull wire through hole in frame bracket, 1/2” hole in frame rail and access slot in frame rail as shown.
5. Feed pull wire through spacer (Item 7), attach to carriage bolt (Item 6), and pull fasteners through slot
and into position as shown.
6. Loosely install lock washers (Item 8) and nuts (Item 9) onto carriage bolts.
7. Torque all fasteners to specifications.
1/2” Hole to drilled on all vehicles
View of vehicle without
existing hole
View of vehicle
with existing hole
A
Form F206 Rev A 5605