Draw-Tite 24842 SPORTFRAME HITCH User Manual
Installation instructions, Mazda 3 4-door, Lm on pq

Installation Instructions
Mazda 3 4-Door
Part Numbers:
24842
60258
77244
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Wiring Access Location: PC3, 4
Equipment Required: Pullwire (provided)
Wrenches: 11/16, 9/16 & 10MM
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1.
Remove fascia tabs forward attachment fasteners.
2.
Use pull wires to feed the carriage bolts and blocks into frame rails though access holes as shown. Leave pull wire attached.
3.
Raise hitch into position over fascia tabs. Feed pull wires thru adjacent holes in the hitch, remove pull wires and attach conical
washers and nut finger tight only (Be careful not to push fastener back into frame rail). Hand tighten only until all fasteners are
installed.
4.
Install remaining fasteners as shown above.
5.
Torque all fasteners to specifications.
6.
Reattach fascia straps.
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2009, 2011 Cequent Performance Products
Sheet 1 of 3
24842N
5-26-11
Rev. C
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Qty. (6)
Carriage bolt
– 7/16-14 X 1-1/2” GR 5
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Qty. (2)
Hex bolt 3/8-16 X 2.00 GR5
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Qty. (6)
Spacer
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Qty. (2)
Flat washer
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Qty. (6)
Conical washer 7/16”
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Qty. (2)
Conical washer 3/8”
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Qty. (6)
Hex nut 7/16-14
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Qty. (2)
Hex nut 3/8-16
Tighten all 7/16-14 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 N*M)
Tighten all 3/8-16 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 30 Lb.-Ft. (41 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 (90.8 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:
3594
Fastener Kit: 24842F
Form F206 Rev A 5605
Fascia
Access holes
Tie down hole
Fascia
tabs
Fastener are typical
For both sides
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on
pq
Existing hole