Reese 44591 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER - Manual

Installation Instructions
Dodge Sprinter with factory step bumper
Mercedes Sprinter with factory step bumper
Freightliner Sprinter with factory step bumper
Part Numbers:
44591
75601
87456
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required:
Wrenches: 18mm, 19mm
Drill Bits: None
Note: Existing bumper mounting bolts in vehicle frame, 3 each side, may come from the factory pointing inboard. For hitch installation,
bolts MUST be pointing outboard with the head of the bolt against the bumper mounting bracket. Do not remove all bolts at
once as this will cause the bumper to fall. Instead, bolts must be turned around one at a time to prevent bumper from falling.
1. Remove all nuts from existing bumper mounting bolts, 3 per side. Do not remove bolts yet.
2. If bumper mounting bolts are pointing inboard, turn bolts, one at a time so that bolts are pointing outboard. Leave flush with
outboard side of frame rails. This will support bumper mounting brackets and allow hitch to be installed on outboard side of
frame. If bolts are already pointing outboard, pull bolts out to just flush with outboard side of frame.
3. Raise hitch into position. Push bumper mounting bolts the rest of the way thru hitch brackets. Reinstall flange nuts removed in
step 1.
4. Install the rest of the bolts as shown above.
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Qty. (2) Hex Bolt – M12 x 1.75 x 120mm CL8.8
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Qty. (2) Lock Washer ½”
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Qty. (2) Spacer – 7/16” x 1” x 2” m
Qty. (2) Hex Nut M12 x 1.75
Tighten all M12 fasteners with torque wrench to 68 Lb.-Ft. (92 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: 75601F
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
Hitch type
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
Weight Distributing 7500 (3405 Kg) 750 (341 Kg)
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
5000 (2270 Kg) 500 (227 Kg)
Wiring Access Location: SUV1, SUV2
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
Frame
Step
Bumper
Existing Flange Bolts
Must be Pointing
Outboard
Bumper mounting bracket
Typical both sides
Hitch bracket
Existing flange
Nuts
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Existing
Flange
Nuts
Warning: To prevent bumper from falling,
Do NOT remove all existing
Bumper Mounting bolts at once.
NOTE:
Unconfirmed reports of vehicles with
30-3/8” frame widths, (measured
outside to outside of frame).
This hitch will not fit a vehicle with a
30-3/8” wide frame measured outside of
frame to outside of frame.