Reese 33039 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER - Manual (Page 2)

Installation Instructions
Ford Escape
Mazda Tribute
Optional Installation with existing O.E.M. Class 2
Integrated Hitch/Bumper
Part Numbers:
75118, 87635,
33039, 70636,
78219
U-Haul
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
Hit h t
Max Gross Max Tongue
Fascia
Frame Rail
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required: Tin Snips
Wrenches: 10mm, 11/16, 18mm
Drill Bits: 7/16” ½”
Fastener Kit: F75118
Hitch type
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
Weight Distributing 5000 (2270 Kg.) 500 (227 Kg.)
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
3500 (1589 Kg.) 350 (159 Kg.)
Wiring Access Location: SUV, SUV2
1-1/4” O.E.M.
Hitch
Drilled Hole
Heat Shield
Attachment Holes
Drill Bits: 7/16 , ½
Frame Rail
Access Slot
Both Sides
Existing Weldnuts
Existing O.E.M.
Hitch/Bumper
Both Sides
Fasteners Typical
Both Sides
1 Qty. (2) Carriage Bolt 7/16-14 x 1/3/4 GR5 5 Qty. (1) Hex Bolt M6 x 1.00 x 20mm CL8.8
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Optional Installation with Existing O.E.M. Class 2 Integrated Hitch/Bumper
1. Remove heat shield on 2002 and earlier models
2. Raise hitch into position and loosely install hex bolts into existing weldnuts.
3 Using hitch as a template drill 7/16” hole thru center attachment slot at a slight angle towards the center of the vehicle
1 Qty. (2) Carriage Bolt 7/16 14 x 1/3/4 GR5 5 Qty. (1) Hex Bolt M6 x 1.00 x 20mm CL8.8
2 Qty. (2) Spacer Block ¼” x 1 x 3 6 Qty. (1) Flat Washer ¼”
3 Qty. (2) Conical Toothed Washer 7/16” 7 Qty. (4) Hex Bolt M12 x 1.75 x 45mm CL10.9
4 Qty. (2) Hex Nut 7/16-14 8 Qty. (4) Conical Toothed Washer ½”
3. Using hitch as a template, drill 7/16 hole thru center attachment slot at a slight angle towards the center of the vehicle.
4. Lower aftermarket hitch and open 7/16” hole to ½”
5. Open 5/8” x 15/16” slot forward of foremost bolt hole to accept 1” x 3” block.
6. Fishwire block and carriage bolt through the access hole into the drilled hole.
7. Raise hitch into position using new fasteners.
8. Tighten all 7/16-14 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 N*M)
Tighten all M12 x 1.75 CL10.9 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
9. Trim heat shield as shown in Figure 2.
10. Reinstall heat shield using existing fasteners, except over hitch bracket use new M6 hex bolt and flat washer supplied with hitch (see Figure 4).
Tighten M6 x 1 00 CL8 8 fastener with torque wrench to 10 Lb Ft (14 N*M)
Tighten all M12 x 1.75 CL10.9 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
z 2002, 2009, 2010 Cequent Performance Products Sheet 2 of 6 N75118 9-10-10 Rev. B
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.
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
Tighten M6 x 1.00 CL8.8 fastener with torque wrench to 10 Lb.-Ft. (14 N*M)