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Reese 44178 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER User Manual

Installation instructions, Bmw x5, Part numbers

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Installation Instructions

BMW X5

Part Numbers:

87405

75492

44178

Hitch Shown In Proper Position

Equipment Required:

Wrenches: 8mm, 13mm, 17mm, T50, T55, 3/4

Drill Bits: 1/2”, 11/16”

REQUIRES REMOVAL OR
TRIMMING OF FASCIA DOOR

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2006, 2008, 2013 Cequent Performance Products, Inc. – Printed in México

Sheet 1 of 7

75492N

7/8/13

Rev. C

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.

Fastener Kit: 75492F

Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle

Manufacturer’s Rating or

Hitch type

Max Gross

Trailer WT (LB)

Max Tongue

WT (LB)

Weight Distributing

6000 (2724 Kg)

600 (272 Kg)

Weight Carrying

Ball Mount

6000 (2724 Kg)

600 (272 Kg)

Wiring Access Location: SUV3.4

Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05

FASCIA

REMOVABLE DOOR

UTILITY KNIFE

1
2
3 *
4 *
5

6
7
8

FIGURE 1.

DRILLED

HOLE

USED TO INSTALL
RIVET NUT ONLY

*

FORWARD ATTACHMENT

CROSSMEMBER

REAR ATTACHMENT

CROSSMEMBER

(SEE NOTE 10 & 11)

*

*

ANTI-SWAY BAR

BOTTOM VIEW

FIGURE 3.

REAR DIFFERENTIAL

1-1/8" FROM REAR EDGE

FORWARD

VEHICLE

CROSSMEMBER

FORWARD ATTACHMENT

(NOT IN CENTER)