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Lippert Curt 16564 Installation Manual

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INSTALLATION MANUAL
This is the first of two manuals
required to complete this installation.
The second manual is included with
your 5th wheel head.
Level of Difficulty
Easy
Installation difficulty levels are based on time
and effort involved and may vary depending on
the installer level of expertise, condition of the
vehicle and proper tools and equipment.
Weight Carrying Capacity
Gross trailer weight (GTW)
Vertical load
Parts List*
Item Qty Description
1
1
Slider assembly
2
4
Rail pin
3
4
Rail clip
4
4
Rubber spacer
* 5th wheel base rails are required
for installation (sold separately)
Tools Required
Torque wrench
Socket set
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industry-leading warranties. To get copies
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DANGER ZONE PRECAUTIONS
Block all trailer tires in front and behind with appropriate wheel chocks. Do not
substitute objects such as, but not limited to: stones, wood blocks, etc. Front trailer
lifting jacks must be supporting the trailer and resting on a firm and level surface.
Towing vehicle must be stationary with automatic transmission
in park (manual in neutral), emergency brake applied and engine off.
WARNING
Never exceed the vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity. Trailer and
contents combined must not exceed tow vehicle, hitch and / or trailer tow ratings.
Exceeding rated capacity may result in separation. Exceeding rated capacity may result
in damage to 5th wheel hitch, towing vehicle, trailer and / or cause serious injury or death.
Fully instruct and demonstrate the operation of this 5th wheel slider to the end user. Include
the importance of observing all warnings contained herein. Provide this manual in its entirety
to the end user. Serious injury or death may result if all warnings are not observed.
20,000 lbs.
To avoid serious injury, do not expose hands, body parts or clothing between
5,000 lbs.
the truck and trailer or the truck's bed sides and trailer. Extreme care should
be observed to avoid serious injury to self, property and observers.
Improperly coupled trailers can separate and drop without notice. Never position
yourself or others under the trailer's kingpin area (danger zone) during coupling and
uncoupling. If for any reason you must position any part of your body under the trailer,
between the truck and the trailer or between the trailer's kingpin and 5th wheel hitch,
you must follow the steps in the 'Danger Zone Precautions' section above.
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NOTICE
Visit www.curtmfg.com for a full-color copy of this
instruction manual, as well as helpful videos, guides and much more!
Before you begin installation, read all instructions thoroughly.
Proper tools will improve the quality of installation and reduce the time required.
Periodic inspection of your product should be performed
to ensure all hardware and / or components remain secure.
To help prevent damage to the product or vehicle, refer to the specified
torque specifications when securing hardware during the installation process.
16564-INS-RB
07/19/2022
ECN9834
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16564

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Summary of Contents for Lippert Curt 16564

  • Page 1 INSTALLATION MANUAL 16564 This is the first of two manuals DANGER ZONE PRECAUTIONS required to complete this installation. Block all trailer tires in front and behind with appropriate wheel chocks. Do not The second manual is included with substitute objects such as, but not limited to: stones, wood blocks, etc. Front trailer your 5th wheel head.
  • Page 2 ASSEMBLY Step 1 - Check the base rails Before installing the slider, check the base rails in your truck to be sure they are properly installed and are parallel with each other. Parts List* The diagonal dimensions should be the same. See below. Item Description Slider assembly...
  • Page 3 INSTALLING THE OPERATING 5TH WHEEL HEAD INSTRUCTIONS Step 4 - Installing the 5th wheel head Step 5 - Maneuvering For instructions on calculating the proper height of your 5th wheel On a level surface, align the 5th wheel trailer and tow vehicle head, refer to the installation manual included with your head unit.
  • Page 4 MAINTENANCE Step 4 - Installing the 5th wheel head Step 5 - Maneuvering Periodically apply a light coating of grease to the the Incomplete carriage cycle: surface of the half-round rails and penetraiting oil to the Return the carriage back to the previous position and reset the locking bar (using the access holes on to the top side handle.