Reese 44638 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER - Manual

Installation Instructions
Cadillac SRX
Part Numbers:
75682
87573
44638
78187
U-Haul
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Fascia
Frame rail
Impact
bumper
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required:
Wrenches: 19mm, 10mm
Deep well socket, Small Flat
Head Screwdriver & Philips
Tip Screwdriver
Frame rail
Fastener Kit: 75682F
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
Hitch type
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
Weight Distributing 5000 (2270 Kg) 500 (227 Kg)
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
4000 (1816 Kg) 400 (182 Kg)
Wiring Access Location:
Tip Screwdriver
Impact
bumper
Bumper
fascia
Plastic
spacer
blocks
Note: Fasteners typical both sides
2
1
Figure 1
Fasica door
10mm
hex nut
Note: Fasteners typical both sides
1. Remove fascia door from bumper fascia using a philips tip screwdriver (2 screws). Remove the (4) plastic rivets that
fasten the fascia tabs to the plastic spacer block. Note: Remove the center of the rivet with a screwdriver by first
pulling out center post of rivet. Rivet can then be pushed out by hand. Rivets to be reinstalled. Return plastic fascia
i d t hi l S Fi 2
Conical washer 1/2” Qty. (6) 2
Hex Bolt M12X1.75X40 CL8.8 Qty. (6) 1
1
Figure 2
Plastic
rivets Philips
screw
covering and screws to vehicle owner. See Figure 2.
2. Remove plastic spacer block that the bumper fascia was attached to with a 10mm socket, to be reinstalled.
3. Carefully, pull the electrical wiring harness located on the inside of the drivers side rail away from rail while installing
the hitch
4. Raise the hitch into position, carefully, lifting the hitch over the fascia (where needed). Secure to impact bumper with
M12 bolts and conical washers into the existing weld nuts, as shown Figure 1. Install remaining fasteners as shown.
5. Tighten all fasteners to the required torque specifications shown below.
6. Reinstall the plastic spacer blocks and (4) plastic fascia rivets removed in step 1 & 2.
Tighten all M12 CL 8.8 fasteners with torque wrench to 68 Lb.-Ft. (92 N*M)
z 2009, 2010 Cequent Performance Products Sheet 1 of 3 75682N 9-2-10 Rev. B
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