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Reese 44094 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER User Manual

Installation instructions, Dodge van, Series 51

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Installation Instructions

Dodge Van

Part Numbers:

44094

51037

Hitch Shown In Proper Position

Equipment Required: Hacksaw, Pliers, Fishwire (provided)

Wrenches: 5/8, 11/16, 3/4, 7/8

Drill Bits: None

Access hole

For Step Bumper application – 1998 and later:
1. Loosen two (2) outside bumper bracket bolts on face of bumper.
2. Remove three (3) retaining bolts (bumper to bumper bracket) and rotate step bumper rearward.
Caution: Wiring harness is located inside passenger’s side frame rail. Do not sandwich wires between frame rail and fasteners.

Note: If vehicle has heat shield, remove one (1) screw from bottom of frame rail so that bracket will sit flat on bottom of frame rail. Return screw to

vehicle owner.

For all applications:
1. Remove two (2) inboard bolts on bumper mounting bracket, each side, as indicated above. Return bolts to vehicle owner. Cut sheet metal tab,

each side as indicated above. Bend tabs out of the way to provide clearance for hitch side brackets.

2. Fishwire fasteners thru access hole as shown above.
Note: Vehicle with weldnuts in frame, install M12 hex bolts and conical washers as shown above.
3. Raise hitch into position and install remaining fasteners as shown above. Reinstall step bumper.

Rev. B

6-27-06

N51037

Sheet 1 of 1

z

2001, 2002, 2006 Cequent Towing Products

Hex Bolt 1/2-20 X 1.50

Qty. (2)

Hex Nut 1/2-13

Qty. (4)

5

Flanged Locknut 1/2-20

Qty. (2)

Hex Bolt M12 X 1.75 X 45

Qty. (4)

6

Bracket

Qty. (2)

Lock Washer 1/2

Qty. (4)

4

Conical Washer 1/2

Qty. (2)

9

Flat Washer Hardened 1/2

Qty. (4)

3

Hex Bolt 7/16-14 X 1.25

Qty. (4)

8

Block

Qty. (4)

2

Conical Washer 7/16

Qty. (4)

7

Carriage Bolt 1/2-13 X 1.75

Qty. (4)

1

Tighten all 7/16-14 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 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.

Fastener Kit: 01131-047

Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle

Manufacturer’s Rating or

500 (227 Kg)

5000 (2270 Kg)

Weight Carrying

Ball Mount

1000 (454 Kg)

10,000 (4540 Kg)

Weight Distributing

Max Tongue

WT (LB)

Max Gross

Trailer WT (LB)

Hitch type

Wiring Access Location: SUV5

11

12

Tighten all 1/2-13 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
Tighten all 1/2-20 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 55 Lb.-Ft. (75 N*M)

Tighten all M12 CL10.9 fasteners with torque wrench 92 Lb.-Ft. (125 N*M)

Existing weldnut in
vehicle end panel

Area of sheet metal
tab to be cut & bent

Existing weldnuts
in frame

Bumper mounting bracket
[shape may vary
depending on model year]

Remove existing
bolts this location
& return to vehicle
owner

11

12

1

2

4

5

3

7

6

8

9 7

Bumper

Fastener
combination shown
for vehicles with
weldnuts in frame

Fastener
combination shown
for vehicles without
weldnuts in frame

Note: cannot be installed on 1987
thru 1997 vehicles with factory step
bumpers unless step bumper and its
mounting brackets are permanently
removed and standard factory
bumper is installed.

SERIES 51®

Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05