Draw-Tite 36522 FRAME HITCH User Manual
Installation instructions, Buick lacrosse, Buick regal

Installation Instructions
Buick Lacrosse
All models including CX, CXL-FWD, CXL-AWD & CXS
Buick Regal
All models except GS model
Chevrolet Malibu
Part Numbers:
36522
90226
06153
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required:
Wrenches: 13mm, 9/16”, 3/4”, 7/8”
Fastener Kit: 36522F
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle Manufacturer’s Rating or
Hitch type
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
3500 (1589 Kg)
300 (136 Kg)
Wiring Access Location:
Lacrosse PC3, 4
Regal PC1, 2
Malibu PC3, 4
Bumper
Fascia
Loosen outside 8mm
tailpipe hanger bolt
both sides vehicle
(not shown), for ease
of installation
.
Slide handle nut through
opening in bottom of
suspension mount.
Drawbar must be used in the
Rise position only.
Drawbar Kit:
36061
Bolt-on bracket for
LaCrosse CXL &
CXS models.`
Remove existing inner tailpipe
hanger 8mm bolts, and replace with
Drill bits: 1/2”, to enlarge hole,
on Lacrosse only.
Vehicle
Frame end
Use (2) spacer
washers per side,
between hitch and
vehicle attachment
.
1
8
18
9
4
3
5
7
Accessory Rating
B
3
4
4
7
Existing
weldnut
2
2
Figure 2.
*
Hitch
forward
bracket
Vehicle
forward
Suspension
mount.
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2013 Cequent Performance Products , Inc.
Sheet 1 of 4
36522N
4-18-13
Rev. A
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
hanger 8mm bolts, and replace with
supplied 8mm bolts.
Bolt-on bracket for
Regal , LaCrosse CX
& Malibu models.
1
1
1
1
Qty. (2)
M8-1.25 x 40mm CL. 10.9 Bolt
7
7
7
7
Qty. (2)
Hex nut M8 x 1.25
2
2
2
2
Qty. (4)
3/8” Flat Washers
8
8
8
8
Qty. (2)
Conical Toothed Washer, 3/8”
3
3
3
3
Qty. (2)
Hex Bolt, 1/2”-13 X 2-1/4” Gr.5
9
9
9
9
Qty. (1)
Handle-Nut, ½”
(*torque spec below)
4
4
4
4
Qty. (3)
Conical Toothed Washer, 1/2”
Qty. (3)
Spacer, wedge
5
5
5
5
Qty. (1)
Hex Nut, 1/2”-13 Gr. 2
Qty. (2)
Flat washer ½”
6
6
6
6
Qty. (1)
Hex Bolt, 1/2”-13 X 1-1/2” Gr.5
6
11
Figure 1.
11
4
3
4
9
18
Slide handle nut
through opening in
bottom of suspension
mount.
*
Hitch forward bracket
Suspension
mount.
8mm bolt to replace (step 1).