Reese 44633 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER - Manual

Installation Instructions
Lexus RX 350
Lexus RX 450h
Lexus RX 350 F Sport excluded
Part Numbers:
75676
87569
44633
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required: Tape Measure, Utility Knife
Wrenches: 10mm, 12mm, 14mm, 17mm, 19mm,
Small Screwdriver, Large Screwdriver
Fascia
8”
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Qty. (6) Hex bolts M12 X 1.25 X 40mm CL10.9
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Qty. (2) Nut M8 X 1.25
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Qty. (6) Conical washers 1/2” m
Qty. (2) Conical washers 3/8”
Tighten all M12 CL 10.9 fasteners with torque wrench to 76 Lb.-Ft. (103 N*M)
Tighten all M8 CL 10.9 fasteners with torque wrench to 20 Lb.-Ft. (27 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: 75676F
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
Hitch type
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
Weight Distributing 5000 (2270 Kg) 500 (227 Kg)
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
4000 (1816 Kg) 400 (182 Kg)
Wiring Access Location: SUV 3 & 4
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
4”
1. Remove appearance panel ((8 fasteners)10mm socket) which covers the trunk pan. Remove the (3) plastic rivets that fasten the appearance
panel to the vehicle. Note: Remove the center of the rivet with a small screwdriver. Final plastic rivet is located behind the wheel well liner.
See photo. Apply slight pressure while using a large screwdriver to remove the final attachment of the appearance panel.
2. Appearance panel to be reinstalled after trimming.
3. Remove the plastic plug in the frame rails, and tie downs (if present on both frame rails). Return to owner with fasteners.
4. Remove the ((2-M8) 12mm socket) bolts holding the exhaust hanger in place. Retain bolt for reinstallation.
5. Raise hitch over the exhaust and into position.
6. Install M12 bolts and conical washer as shown. Hand tighten. Check to assure hitch is centered on vehicle.
7. Torque all fasteners to specifications.
8. Attach the exhaust hanger to the bracket of the hitch as shown, with the existing M8 bolts and new conical washers and nut from fastener
kit. Torque all fasteners to specifications.
9. Trim appearance panel (2 places) as shown. Obtain vehicle owner’s approval before cutting appearance panel.
10. Reinstall appearance panel. Note: slide rear of panel in place first for ease of installation.
Wheel well liner
Plastic rivet
Appearance panel
Bottom View
Appearance panel looking rearward
Area to be trimmed
Area to be
trimmed
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Existing
weld nuts
Frame rail
Exhaust not shown.
Obtain vehicle owner’s approval before cutting appearance panel.
Obtain vehicle owner’s approval.
Appearance panel must be trimmed
to complete installation
Obtain vehicle
owner’s approval
before cutting
appearance panel.
5”
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Existing bolts
Bracket
Existing fasteners
Bracket
Exhaust
hanger
Vehicle
Rearward
(Passenger Side)