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Reese 44148 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER User Manual

Installation instructions, Nissan pick-up, Part numbers

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Installation Instructions

Nissan Pick-Up

Part Numbers:

44148

75186

Equipment Required:

Wrenches: 3/4”

Drill Bits: 1/2”

Frame

1

Rev. H

7-22-08

N75186

Sheet 1 of 2

z

2002, 2003, 2004, 2006, 2008 Cequent Towing Products

“L” Bracket

Qty. (2)

8

8

8

8

Hex Nut 1/2-13

Qty. (8)

4

4

4

4

Conical Washer 1/2”

Qty. (4)

7

7

7

7

Lock Washer 1/2”

Qty. (8)

3

3

3

3

Bolt 1/2-13 X 1.25

Qty. (4)

6

6

6

6

Block .25 X 1.00 X 2.00

Qty. (2)

2

2

2

2

Block .25 X 1.500 X 3.00

Qty. (2)

5

5

5

5

Carriage Bolt 1/2-13 X 2.00

Qty. (4)

1

1

1

1

Tighten all 1/2” fasteners with torque wrench to 70 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: F75186

Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle

Manufacturer’s Rating or

400 (182 Kg)

4000 (1816 Kg)

Weight Carrying

Ball Mount

550 (250 Kg)

5000 (2270 Kg)

Weight Distributing

Max Tongue

WT (LB)

Max Gross

Trailer WT (LB)

Hitch type

Wiring Access Location: PU4

Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05

MODELS WITH 75” BED USE THIS DIAGRAM (See second page for models with 56” bed.)

1. Remove the bolt from the bottom of the frame on both sides of the vehicle. Insert 1/2” carriage bolt

and large bolt plate through large rear hole in the frame. Repeat for the other side.

2. Lift the hitch up to frame with the carriage bolts going down through the second hole from the forward end of hitch bracket. Install 1/2" lock

washers and nuts on the bolts. See Diagram. Hand tighten fasteners.

3. Attach the “L” brackets to hitch brackets using the 1/2" carriage bolts with small bolt plates and the 1/2” hex bolts with 1/2” conical washers

into the "L" brackets as shown. Hold the hitch level. Using one of the obround holes in the “L” bracket as a guide drill a 1/2" hole into the
bumper bracket. Install 1/2" hex bolt, serrated washer, lock washer, and nut. (Both sides)

Bumper
bracket

Drilled hole

5

1

2

3

4

67

1

5

3

4

WARNING: DO NOT LUBRICATE THREADS, BOLT FAILURE MAY
OCCUR DUE TO OVER TIGHTENING.
WARNING: DO NOT DRILL OR WELD TO THIS HITCH.

IMPORTANT NOTES

USE ONLY TOWING PRODUCTS SUPPLIED OR APPROVED BOLTS,
LOCKNUTS, AND WASHERS TO INSTALL THIS HITCH

Note:
Fasteners typical, both sides

43

“L” Bracket

87491

75066 UHAUL