Reese 44006 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER - Manual

Important notes
Use only Towing Products supplied or approved
bolts, locknuts, and washers to install this hitch.
Installation Instructions
Dodge Caravan
Plymouth Voyager
Chrysler Town & Country
Part Numbers:
44006
51062
Equipment Required: Pull Wire (Provided)
Wrenches: 19mm, 3/4,
Drill Bits: 1/2”
1
1. Remove the two 12mm bolts from the bottom rear of the frame. Repeat for the other side. Retain the bolts.
2. Hold the hitch up to the frame and reinstall the bolts through the two rear holes in the brackets and into the frame. See the diagram and note
above.
3. Using the remaining hole in the bracket as a guide, drill a 1/2" hole into the frame. Repeat for the other side.
4. Push the coil end of the pull wire through the hole that was drilled and bring it out the end of the frame. Place a block over the wire and
screw a 1/2" carriage bolt onto the wire. Pull these down through the hole in the frame and the bracket. See the diagram. Repeat for the other
side. Install 1/2" flat washers, lock washers, and nuts on the bolts.
5. Torque all fasteners to the specification listed
Rev. E 6-27-06 44006IN Sheet 1 of 1 z 2002, 2006 Cequent Towing Products
Flat Washer 1/2 Qty. (2) 3
Hex Nut 1/2-13 Qty. (2) 5 Block Qty. (8) 2
Lock Washer 1/2 Qty. (2) 4 Carriage Bolt 1/2-13 X 2.00 Qty. (2) 1
Tighten all 1/2-13 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 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: 44253
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
350 (159 Kg) 3500 (1589 Kg)
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
400 (182 Kg) 3500 (1589 Kg) Weight Distributing
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
Hitch type
Wiring Access Location: SUV1, SUV2
Tighten all M12 fasteners with torque wrench to 70 Lb.-Ft. (95 N*M)
Note: Blocks to be
positioned between
frame and bracket
on both sides on 2001
models or newer only.
Existing 12mm bolts
2
3
4
5
2
Warning: Do Not lubricate threads, bolt failure
may occur due to over tightening.
Warning: Do Not drill or weld to this hitch.
Note: Fasteners typical
both sides.
SERIES 51®
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05