Reese 44088 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER - Manual (Page 2)

Figure 2
Option A
Option B Driver’s side
only
Rev. B 8-15-06 N51001 Sheet 2 of 2 z 2001, 2002, 2006 Cequent Towing Products
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.
Flat Washer 1/2 (Used as a Spacer) Qty. (4) Lock Washer 1/2 Qty. (2) 5
Block 1/4 X 1-1/2 Qty. (2) Hex Bolt 1/2-13 X 1.50 Qty. (2) 4
Block 1/4 X 1-1/2 X 2 Qty. (4) 9 Hex Nut 1/2-13 Qty. (6) 3
Hex Bolt M12 X 1.75 X 40 Qty. (8) 6
Nut Assy-Handle 1/2-13 Qty. (2) 8 Conical Washer 1/2 Qty. (6) 2
Flat Washer (Hardened) Qty. (2) 7 Carriage Bolt 1/2-13 X 1.75 Qty. (6) 1
11
Used as spacers
Frame rail
Frame rail
Closed sided steel skid shield
1996 and earlier vehicles
Existing M12
bolt
Existing weld nut bar both sides
with closed sided skid shield.
Existing driver’s side only with
tow hook.
Figure 3
Option C Passenger only
Option D
Insert through end of frame. Note: Leave
pullwires attached to carriage bolts until lock
washers and nuts are installed. This will
allow bolts to be pulled through receiver after
receiver is positioned around fuel tank.
Figure 4
Viewed from under vehicle
looking up
Figure 5
Option B
Passenger’s side
frame rail
Rear
of
vehicle
Driver’s side
frame rail
Option D –
Exhaust hanger
stud and nut. -
Typical
Option E –
Exhaust hanger
stud and nut. -
Typical
Note: Proper orientation of blocks is
necessary to insure fastener alignment
Frame rail
Note: Closed sided steel skid
shield is between frame rail
and receiver.
Closed sided steel
skid shield 1997
and later vehicles
Existing M12 bolt
DO NOT REMOVE
Existing weld nut bar both sides
with closed skid shield.
1
3
5
7
6
5
8
9
11
2
2
6
2
6
2
6
1
9
1
3
2
3
2
4
8
9
5
6
2
6
2
6
2
6
7
Skid shield must be drilled.
Do Not damage weldnut
Typical
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05