Draw-Tite 24816 SPORTFRAME HITCH - Manual

24816
Installation Instructions
Mazda 3
including Speed 3
Part Numbers:
77188
60201
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Wiring Access Location: PC3, PC4
Equipment Required: Flat blade Screwdriver, Fishwire (provided).
Wrenches: 11/16”
Drill Bits: 1/2”
Rev A 5-28-08 24816N Sheet 1 of 3 z 2006, 2007, 2008 Cequent Towing Products
7/16”-14 HEX NUT Qty. (4) 4 BLOCK 1/4” X 1” X 3” Qty. (4) 2
7/16” CONICAL TOOTHED WASHER Qty. (4) 3 7/16”-14 X 1-1/4” GRADE 5 CARRIAGE BOLT Qty. (4) 1
Tighten all 7/16” fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 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.
2000 LB (908 kg) Max Gross Trailer Weight
200 LB (91 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:
3592
Fastener Kit: 24816F
Form F206 Rev A 5605
1. Use 1/2” drill bit to enlarge the four existing attachment holes.
2. With the flat blade screwdriver remove and retain (2) plastic push rivets that attach lower fascia supports to vehicle.
3. Fishwire carriage bolts and blocks through ends of the bumper as shown in Figure 1.
4. Position hitch as shown in Figure 2.
5. Fishwire carriage bolts and blocks through ends of the bumper mounts as shown in Figure 2.
6. Tighten all fasteners.
7. Replace plastic rivets removed in Step 2.
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3
4
2
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4
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3
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2
BUMPER
FISHWIRE
FIGURE 1.
BUMPER MOUNT
FISHWIRE
BUMPER
BUMPER
FASCIA
BUMPER
MOUNT
24816U
USE THIS
SLOT FOR
4 - DOOR
MODELS
USE THIS
SLOT FOR
5 - DOOR
MODELS
AND
SPEED 3
BUMPER MOUNT
BRACKET ENLARGED
FIGURE 2.
FIGURE 3.