Reese 44538 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER - Manual

Installation Instructions
Pontiac Aztek- All Models
Buick Rendezvous – All Models
Part Numbers:
44538
75430
87004
Figure 2
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Wiring Access Location: SUV1, SUV2
Equipment Required:
Wrenches: 9/16, 11/16, 3/4
Drill Bits: 3/8”
NOTE: Lowering exhaust may ease installation. To lower exhaust, remove rubber hanger from hanger bracket.
1.
Install block and carriage bolt up thru rearmost slot in vehicle frame rail and down thru forward slot in frame, each side.
2. Install block and carriage bolt up thru rearmost slot in vehicle frame rail and back down thru same rearmost slot, each side.
NOTE: Be sure block installed in steps 1 and 2 do not overlap inside frame.
3. Raise hitch into position on carriage bolts, making sure rear face of hitch end plate contacts lip of vehicle end panel as shown in
figure 2. Install conical toothed washers and nuts, finger tight.
4. Using 3/8” drill bit, drill thru holes in hitch end plate into lip of vehicle end panel, two places each side.
5. Install 3/8” hex bolts, flat washers, lock washers and nuts as shown. Tighten 3/8-16 fasteners with torque wrench to 30 lb.-ft.
6. Raise exhaust back into position if lowered prior to hitch installation.
NOTE: If additional exhaust clearance is required, bend exhaust hanger bracket, which is welded to vehicle frame,
downward.
Tighten all 3/8-16 fasteners with torque wrench to 30 Lb.-Ft.
Rev. A 8-30-05 75430N Sheet 1 of 3 z 2005 Cequent Towing Products
Nut 3/8-16 Qty. (4) 8 Nut ½-13 Qty. (4) 4
Lock Washer – 3/8 Qty. (4) 7 Conical Toothed Washer – ½ Qty. (4) 3
Flat washer – 3/8 Qty. (4) 6 Block ¼ x 1 x 3 Qty. (4) 2
Hex Bolt – 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Qty. (4) 5 Carriage Bolt - ½-13 x 1-3/4 Qty. (4) 1
Tighten all ½-13 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft.
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 Max Gross Trailer Weight
350 LB Max Tongue Weight
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
Fastener Kit: 75430F or 87004F
Form F206 Rev A 5605
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Figure 1
Fascia
Vehicle End Panel
Blocks must not overlap
in Vehicle Frame
Drill holes
4 Places
Hitch End Plate
Vehicle Tail Pipe
Vehicle End Panel Hitch
End Plate
Fasteners Typical
Both Sides