Reese 30074 RAIL KIT - Manual (Page 9)

30074
Installation Instructions
READ THOROUGHLY BEFORE BEGINNING
Part Numbers:
Signature Series Rail Kit
Dodge Ram Trucks-all, including Mega-cabs
Rev. F 6-27-07 30074N Sheet 9 of 11 z 2006, 2007 Cequent Towing Products
CAUTION:
Check for obstructions before drilling. Failure to do so could result in damaged fuel or brake lines, structural
members, etc. CEQUENT TOWING PRODUCTS does its best to communicate tow vehicle manufacturer
changes; however, it is ultimately the responsibility of the installer to prevent damage due to installation.
13. Remove 5/8” x 1 1/2“ bolts attaching frame bracket to mounting rails. Move rails rearward or forward to prevent
interference with hole drilling or punching of the truck bed.
14. Drill pilot holes in truck bed at prick mark locations. With hole saw or knockout punch create 2 1/2” hole centered at pilot
holes. Note: Consult installer for recommended curing time on spray-in liner before cutting holes through bed.
Optional: Spray under coating around 2 1/2” holes to prevent rusting.
15. Loosely reattach rails to frame bracket.
16. From truck bed attach pucks and trim rings to rails, Figure 18, using 5/8” button head screw and lock washer. Tighten to
100ft.lbs. / 136 N*M torque.
17. Insert plugs in pucks whenever they are not in use, Figure 19.
18. Torque hitch assembly bolts per hitch instructions.
19. Torque all 5/8” cross rail hex bolts and frame bracket hex nuts to 170ft.lbs. / 230 N*M.
20. Torque all 1/2” clamping bolts to 75 ft. lbs. / 102 N*M.
21. Replace any brake lines and spare tire that may have been removed or relocated.
22. You are done. Check that all essential truck components (brakes, lights, etc.) are in proper working order before returning
truck to owner. Recheck that all hitch fasteners are torqued to proper amounts. Explain essential Warnings and Cautions
to vehicle owner that are in these instructions. Explain Warranty that covers this hitch. Give these instructions / warranty
to vehicle owner.
WARNING:
DO NOT lubricate threads. It may cause bolt failure.
Figure 18.
5/8” BUTTON HEAD
4 PLACES
PUCK
4 PLACES
TRIM RING
4 PLACES
5/8” LOCK WASHER
4 PLACES
Figure 19.
Truck Bed
Puck Plug
Puck Assembly