Reese 44098 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER - Manual

Installation Instructions
Chevrolet Blazer,
Chevrolet TrailBlazer,
GMC Envoy, GMC Jimmy,
Oldsmobile Bravada
Part Numbers:
44098
51031
Equipment Required:
Wrenches: 1-1/8, 18mm
Drill Bits: None
1
Existing bolt plate
Fastener Kit: F51031
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
400 (182 Kg) 4000 (1816 Kg)
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
600 (272 Kg) 6000 (2724 Kg) Weight Distributing
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
Hitch type
Wiring Access Location: SUV7
2
23
4
Existing flange nut
Warning: Do Not lubricate threads, bolt failure
may occur due to over tightening.
Warning: Do Not drill or weld to this hitch.
Important notes
Use only Towing Products supplied or approved
bolts, nuts, and washers to install this hitch.
Note: Fasteners typical
both sides
SERIES 51®
98-CURRENT VEHICLES
1. Spare tire may need to be loosened for hitch installation.
2. Remove the two forward 12mm nuts that hold the bumper bracket to the frame. These are above the leaf springs. Remove the bolts. Repeat for the
other side. Do not remove the rear two bolts, the bumper will fall.
3. Lift the receiver up along the outside of the frame and bumper brackets. Insert 3/4” hex head bolts with flat washers through the holes in the side
of the frame. See diagram above. Install 3/4” flat washer, 3/4” lock washer, and 3/4” nut.
4. Reinstall the factory bolts and nuts through the frame and receiver brackets. See diagram above.
5. Torque all Fasteners to the specification listed
6. Retighten the spare tire
Rev. A 6-27-06 N51031 Sheet 1 of 2 z 2002, 2006 Cequent Towing Products
Hex Nut 3/4-10 Qty. (2) 4 Flat Washer 3/4 Qty. (4) 2
Lock Washer 3/4 Qty. (2) 3 Hex Bolt 3/4-10 X 2.00 Qty. (2) 1
Tighten all 3/4-10 fasteners with torque wrench to 200 Lb.-Ft. (271 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.
Tighten all M12 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05