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Please read BOTH these Installation Instructions and the General Information sheet prior to
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.
405-0571
www.blueox.com
for the latest version of these installation instructions.
2016-17 Ram 1500 Bighorn/Laramie/Laramie
installing or operating this equipment.
BX2412
2016-17 Ram 1500 Rebel
Longhorn (Chrome Bumpers)
Installation Instructions
Serial Number
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
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.
!
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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Dealers can be found
®
or by contacting our Technical
baseplates are designed to
®
WARNING
Dealers
®
4/3/17
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Summary of Contents for Blue Ox BX2412
- Page 1 Please read BOTH these Installation Instructions and the General Information sheet prior to installing or operating this equipment. 1. Blue Ox towing products and accessories are ® intended to be installed by Blue Ox Dealers ® who are familiar with our products and have the equipment and knowledge necessary to do “fit work”.
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Page 2: Bolt Torque Specifications
BX2412 2016-17 Ram 1500 Rebel 2016-17 Ram 1500 Bighorn/Laramie/Laramie Longhorn (Chrome Bumpers) Installation Instructions Instruction Notes: The lower wheel well liners are removed and reinstalled for the baseplate installation. 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 BX2412 2016-17 Ram 1500 Rebel 2016-17 Ram 1500 Bighorn/Laramie/Laramie Longhorn (Chrome Bumpers) Installation Instructions 1. Using a 8MM socket, remove the three (3) screws from the lower wheel well liner (white). Then remove the two (2) push pins (gray) and set the liner aside. Do this on both sides of the vehicle.
- Page 5 BX2412 2016-17 Ram 1500 Rebel 2016-17 Ram 1500 Bighorn/Laramie/Laramie Longhorn (Chrome Bumpers) Installation Instructions 4. Install the baseplate onto the frame. 5. Install the 1/2” hardware into the rear Reinstall the existing nuts and bolt, then baseplate hole thru the extension. Fully fully tighten all hardware.
- Page 6 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.
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Page 7: 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 8 BLUE OX ORIGINAL PURCHASERS THREE 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 three years from the date of delivery.
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