Reese 44554 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER - Manual

Installation Instructions
Mazda CX-7
Part Numbers:
87421
75512
44554
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required: Metal file,
Pullwire (provided)
Wrenches: 11/16
Drill Bits: None
Fascia
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2
1. Detach both (2) rear rubber muffler hangers to lower exhaust.
2. Enlarge either hole on bottom of both frame rails with a metal file enough to get spacer through.
3. Feed the pullwire through the newly enlarged hole, attach spacer and bolt and feed one at a time into the frame rail. Leave the
pullwire attached. Repeat on both frame rails as shown in Figure 3.
4. Feed the second spacer and bolt thru the enlarged hole and back out as shown in Figure 2. Leave the pullwire attached.
Repeat on both frame rails.
5. Feed the pullwires through the slot on the hitch brackets. Raise the hitch into position being careful not to push the fasteners
into the frame rails.
6. Attach remaining fasteners as shown Figure 1. Hand tighten only.
7. Check to assure hitch is centered on vehicle. Bracket may not fit snugly against side of frame rails. See Figure 4.
8. Tighten all fasteners to torque specifications.
9. Reattach rubber muffler hangers.
Rev. B 6-16-06 75512N Sheet 1 of 3 z 2006 Cequent Towing Products
Nut 7/16-14 Qty. (4) 4 Spacer Qty. (4) 2
Conical Washer Qty. (4) 3 Carriage Bolt 7/16-14 X 1.25 Qty. (4) 1
Tighten all 7/16 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: 75512F
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
350 (159 Kg) 3500 (1589 Kg)
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
N/A N/A Weight Distributing
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
Hitch type
Wiring Access Location: SUV3, SUV4
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4
Figure 1.
Exhaust hanger
Frame rail
Existing holes
to be modified
Exhaust not
shown for clarity
Figure 2.
Figure 3.
Enlarged hole
Example of
pullwire procedure
Kink pullwire to
keep spacer
independent of bolt
Frame rail
Note:
Fasteners typical
both sides.
Bracket may
not fit snugly
Figure 4.
Exhaust hanger
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05