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Blue Ox BX1136 Installation Instructions Manual

2014-16 jeep cherokee trailhawk (includes adaptive cruise)

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Attachment Tab Height: 21"
Attachment Tab Width: 37-1/2"
Please read BOTH these Installation Instructions and the General Information sheet prior to
1. Blue Ox
towing products and accessories are
®
intended to be installed by Blue Ox
who are familiar with our products and have the
equipment and knowledge necessary to do "fit
work". If needed, Blue Ox
at
www.blueox.com
Service Department at (402) 385-3051.
2. Many Blue Ox
baseplates are designed to
®
use existing holes and hardware to mount the
baseplate to the towed vehicle. Even though bolts
are there, do not assume they are adequate for
baseplate mounting. Always use the hardware
supplied in the hardware kit and existing hardware
as specified in the installation instructions.
If the front of your vehicle looks different than
this, please contact us at (402)385-3051.
Reference your vehicle owner's
manual for manufacturer's towing
specifications.
405-0396 Rev A
www.blueox.com
for the latest version of these installation instructions.
installing or operating this equipment.
Dealers
®
Dealers can be found
®
or by contacting our Technical
BX1136
2014-16 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk
(Includes Adaptive Cruise)
Installation Instructions
Serial Number
Bolt Torque Specifications
Torque in Foot-Pounds for Inch Bolts
Bolt Size
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
5/8"
3/4"
Bolt Torque Specifications
Torque in Foot-Pounds for Metric Bolts
Bolt Size
6MM
8MM
10MM
12MM
14MM
16MM
18MM
!
Failure to read and follow these instructions
could result in separation of the towed vehicle
from the tow bar, causing property damage,
loss of towed vehicle, personal injury or death.
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Grade 5
Grade 8
10
19
33
54
78
119
154
230
257
380
Grade 8.8
Grade 10.9
6
16
31
54
89
161
222
WARNING
14
29
47
78
8
22
40
70
117
230
318
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Summary of Contents for Blue Ox BX1136

  • Page 1 1. Blue Ox towing products and accessories are ® Bolt Torque Specifications intended to be installed by Blue Ox Dealers ® who are familiar with our products and have the Torque in Foot-Pounds for Inch Bolts equipment and knowledge necessary to do “fit...
  • Page 2 BX1136 2014-16 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk (includes Adaptive Cruise) Installation Instructions Instruction Notes: The fascia cover and fascia are removed and reinstalled for the baseplate installation. The tow hooks are removed and not reinstalled. Some drilling and trimming is required. Place all components that are removed on a flat, sturdy surface. All items will be reinstalled unless otherwise noted after the baseplate is installed.
  • Page 3 (In most cases it will be Grade 5, please reference the parts list above). Replacement parts may be ordered through your nearest Blue Ox® Dealer or Distributor. Failing to follow and/ or altering these installation instructions in either installation or required equipment will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
  • Page 4 BX1136 2014-16 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk (includes Adaptive Cruise) Installation Instructions 1. Remove the twelve (12) push pins from 2. Using a 10MM socket, remove the three the top edge of the fascia cover and set (3) screws from the backside of the fascia aside.
  • Page 5 BX1136 2014-16 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk (includes Adaptive Cruise) Installation Instructions 5. Lift the corners of the fascia up towards the 6. Using a 16MM socket, remove the two (2) fender (white) and out to release (gray). bolts from the underside of the tow hook Continue along under the headlights (white).
  • Page 6 BX1136 2014-16 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk (includes Adaptive Cruise) Installation Instructions 9. Loosely bolt the bumper attachment plate to the underside of the bumper with the 10MM hardware. Only install loctite onto the inner bolt (white) and fully tighten. Once the inner bolt is tightened, remove the outer bolt (gray) until the baseplate is installed.
  • Page 7 BX1136 2014-16 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk (includes Adaptive Cruise) Installation Instructions 12. Attach the permanent baseplate safety cables to the provided convenience link on the baseplate. The photo above shows the recommended installation of the cables to frame of vehicle. Additional options may interfere with suggested mounting;...
  • Page 8 Also, as a commitment to our customers, should you visit our factory, you can stay at our full service Blue Ox® campground at no charge along with enjoying a factory tour. Again, thank you for being our customer and for the confidence you have shown in the performance of our products.
  • Page 9: General Information

    The illustrations below show the possible arrangements recommended by Blue Ox®. Each permanent baseplate safety cable must have an adequate weight rating for the towing system. The weight rating of the two (2) cables together will not qualify.
  • Page 10 BLUE OX ORIGINAL PURCHASERS ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Automatic Equipment Manufacturing Company (“Automatic”) warrants to the original (first) retail purchaser that this product, manufactured by Automatic, shall be free from defect in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of one year from the date of delivery.