Reese 44148 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER - Manual (Page 2)

Installation Instructions
Nissan Pick-Up
Part Numbers:
Rev. H 7-22-08 N75186 Sheet 2 of 2 z 2002, 2003, 2004, 2006, 2008 Cequent Towing Products
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.
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
MODELS WITH 56” BED USE THIS DIAGRAM (See page one for models with 75” 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. Bolt leaders may be used to assist installation. Repeat for the other side.
2. Lift the hitch up to the frame with the carriage bolts going down through the second hole from rear in the
hitch bracket. Install 1/2" lock washers and 1/2" nuts on the bolts. See the diagram above.
3. Using the front hole in the bracket as a guide, drill a 1/2" hole in the frame. Insert a 1/2" carriage bolt
with a small bolt plate down through the frame and the hitch bracket. Bolt leaders may be used to assist installation
Install a 1/2" lock washer and 1/2" nut on the bolt. Repeat for the other side. See the diagram above.
NOTE: The above installation can be used for models with 75” beds, but longer ball mounts and
weight distributing shanks will be required.
Bolt Leader Qty. (4) Lock Washer 1/2” Qty. (8) 3 3 3 3
Block .25 X 1.500 X 3.00 Qty. (2) 5 5 5 5 Block .25 X 1.00 X 2.00 Qty. (2) 2 2 2 2
Hex Nut 1/2-13 Qty. (8) 4 4 4 4 Carriage Bolt 1/2-13 X 2.00 Qty. (4) 1 1 1 1
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Note:
Fasteners
typical , both sides
Use forward hole as
a guide to drill 1/2”
hole in frame
Frame
Use existing hole in
the frame
Use second hole as
shown
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75066 UHAUL