Draw-Tite 36116 FRAME HITCH - Manual

Installation Instructions
FORD LTD & CROWN VICTORIA
LINCOLN TOWN CAR, TOWN COUPE & MARK VI
MERCURY MARQUIS & GRAND MARQUIS
FORD-LTD & COUNTRY SQUIRE WAGONS
MERCURY MARQUIS & COLONY PARK WAGONS
MERCURY MARAUDER
Part Numbers:
06043
36116
90139
Wiring Access Location: PC1 & PC2
Equipment Required:
Wrenches: 3/4, 13mm
Drill Bits: 1/2
*
NOTE: 1995-1997, 2003 & LATER LINCOLN TOWN CAR EXTERNAL DRESS PANEL BENEATH VEHICLE MUST BE REMOVED FOR HITCH
INSTALLATION AND RETURNED TO VEHICLE OWNER.
1. Examine bottom of frame rails of vehicle. To allow the hitch to sit flat, any weld spatter must be removed from frame rails. Remove all but thin
film of undercoating from attaching surfaces.
2. Raise hitch into position on frame rails making sure that it is centered on vehicle. Hitch should be positioned so that side brackets are
approximately 1” from the rear end of frame.
NOTE: On 2003 & Later Lincoln Town Car, it will be necessary to relocate passenger side exhaust hanger bracket as follows: Unbolt hanger
bracket from vehicle frame. Remove rubber hanger from hanger bracket and tail pipe bracket, see Figure 3. Rotate rubber hanger and
reattach to hanger bracket as shown in Figure 4. DO NOT reattach to tail pipe bracket at this time. Discard existing exhaust hanger bolt.
3. Using hitch as a template, drill four (4) holes in frame. The rear holes should be drilled as close to the center to the of the vehicle as possible.
4. Drop 1/2 hex bolt with 1/4 X 1-1/2 X 2 block down thru opening at end of each frame rail for rear attachment point. Forward attachment point
requires fish wiring 1/2 carriage bolt with 1/4 X 1-1/2 X 2 block thru body mount access hole into drilled hole.
5. Install 1/4 X 1-1/2 X 2 block with round hole between frame and hitch as shown for rear attachment.
6. Install conical washers and hex nuts.
7. Reattach exhaust hanger as shown in Figure 4.
Rev. D 12-9-05 N36116 Sheet 1 of 6 z 1994, 1999, 2002 & 2005 Cequent Towing Products
Block 1/4 X 1.50 X 2.00 Qty. (6) 6
Taper Block Qty. (2) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 X 2.00 Qty. (2) 5
Hex Nut M8 X 1.25 Qty. (1) Hex Nut 1/2-13 Qty. (4) 4
Lock Washer 5/16 Qty. (1) 9 Conical Washer 1/2 Qty. (4) 3
Block 3/16 X 1.00 X 2.00 Qty. (1) 8 Block 1/4 X 1.50 X 2.00 Qty. (4) 2
Hex Bolt M8 X 1.25 X 30mm Qty. (1) 7 Carriage Bolts 1/2-13 X 1.75 Qty. (2) 1
Tighten all 1/2 -13 fasteners with torque wrench to 75Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
Tighten all M8 fasteners with torque wrench to 20Lb.-Ft. (27 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.
3500 LB (1589 Kg) Max Gross Trailer Weight
300 LB (136 Kg) Max Tongue Weight
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
Drawbar must be used in the
RISE position only.
Drawbar Kit:
36063
Fastener Kit: 01130-445
11
12
* 1984-Later Lincoln Town Car only
Existing hanger bolt
to be discarded
Hanger bracket
Rubber exhaust
hanger
Tail pipe bracket
mounting hole
Hitch side bracket
Access hole Access hole
Drilled hole
Drilled hole
Reattach Passenger side
exhaust hanger bracket
this hole 2003 & Later
Lincoln Town Car only
See Figure 4
FIGURE 3
Existing passenger side exhaust hanger
arrangement – 2003 & Later Lincoln
Town Car only
FIGURE 4
Modified passenger side exhaust hanger
arrangement - 2003 & Later Lincoln
Town Car only
FIGURE 1
FASTENERS TYPICAL BOTH SIDES
Frame
Frame rail
SEDAN ONLY
Form F206 Rev A 5605