Draw tite 75038 Installation Instructions

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
WIRING ACCESS LOCATION: PU1 & PU2
1/2
DRILL BITS:
WRENCHES:
(TIGHTEN ALL FASTENERS WITH TORQUE WRENCH)
HITCH SHOWN IN PROPER POSITION
VEHICLE CROSSMEMBER
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RAMCHARGER AND TRAILDUSTER APPLICATIONS
REAR FRAME RIVET MUST BE DRILLED OUT AND RECEIVER ATTACHMENT MADE AT THIS POSITION.
REMOVED, REINSTALL THE 1/2-20 X 1-3/4 GR5 HEX BOLTS (TIGHTENED TO 95 LB.-FT.) TO RETAIN FRAME AND
CROSSMEMBER CONNECTION.
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FORD F-SERIES PICK-UP APPLICATIONS
BUMPER BRACKETS MAY REQUIRE READJUSTMENT TO PROVIDE CLEARANCE FOR HITCH SIDE BRACKETS.
ON SOME FORD PICKUP MODELS EQUIPPED WITH 16" SPARE TIRE, IT WILL BE NECESSARY TO ADJUST SPARE TIRE
CRADLE TO RETAIN UNDER VEHICLE TIRE STOWAGE AFTER HITCH IS INSTALLED.
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DODGE DAKOTA PICK-UP APPLICATIONS
LOWER SPARE TIRE. FORWARD MOST AND REARWARD MOST RECEIVER ATTACHMENT HOLES SHOULD ALIGN WITH
EXISTING HOLES IN VEHICLE FRAME. IF NOT USE 1/2" DRILL TO ENLARGE THEM. RAISE SPARE TIRE, REPOSITION
IT SLIGHTLY FORWARD.
1. WHERE APPLICABLE, REMOVE SPARE TIRE AND CARRIER FROM VEHICLE.
2. REMOVE UNDERCOATING FROM ATTACHING SURFACES.
ON VEHICLE AND THAT FORMED DEPRESSION IN SIDE BRACKET IS POSITIONED OVER RIVET, IF PRESENT.
3. DRILL 1/2" HOLES IN BOTTOM OF FRAME USING RECEIVER AS A TEMPLATE.
4. INSTALL ALL FASTENERS AS SHOWN, PLACING BLOCKS INSIDE VEHICLE FRAME.
TIGHTEN NUTS ON 1/2-13 GR5 CARRIAGE BOLTS TO 75 LB.-FT.
TIGHTEN LOCKNUTS ON 1/2-20 GR5 HEX BOLTS TO 95 LB.-FT.
5. TO RETAIN UNDER-BOX STOWAGE, THE SPARE TIRE CARRIER WILL HAVE TO BE RELOCATED AND/OR MODIFIED.
SURE RELOCATED TIRE AND CARRIER DO NOT CONTACT BRAKE LINE, REAR AXLE OR OTHER SAFETY-RELATED
COMPONENTS.
THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR CONNECTING DEVICES AND TOWING THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR CONNECTING DEVICES AND TOWING
SYSTEMS OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK AND V.E.S.C. REGULATION V-5. SYSTEMS OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK AND V.E.S.C. REGULATION V-5.
APPROX WEIGHT (LB.)
36.6
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. Follow car maker's specs for maximum trailer
weight and tongue weight. Do not cut access or attachment holes with a torch.
SHEET
DODGE DAKOTA
DODGE D&W SERIES PICKUP
DODGE RAMCHARGER
FORD BRONCO (FULL SIZE)
FORD F-SERIES PICKUP (W/37.5 FRAME)
PLYMOUTH TRAILDUSTER
3/4, 7/8
STEP BUMPER
FORMED DEPRESSION
POSITION RECEIVER ON VEHICLE, MAKING SURE IT IS CENTERED
FASTENER KIT NO.
1130-494
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1996, 1999 Draw-Tite, Inc.
OF
VEHICLE
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DO NOT EXCEED LOWER OF
TOWING VEHICLE MFR'S RATINGS OR
MAX GROSS
HITCH TYPE
TRLR WT(LB)
8000
WEIGHT DISTRIBUTING
WEIGHT CARRYING
5000
BALL MOUNT
1/2-13 x 1-3/4 GR5
CARRIAGE BOLT
1/4 X 1-1/2 X 2 BLOCK (1277)
LOCK WASHER
NUT
RIVET LOCATION WILL VARY
DEPENDING ON VEHICLE.
FRAME RAIL
1/2-20 X 1-3/4 GR5 HEX BOLT
1/4 X 1-1/2 X 2 BLOCK (3149)
FLANGED LOCKNUT
Canton, Michigan
11/21/07
HITCH NO.
75038
87471
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MAX TONGUE
WT(LB)
800
500
IF RECEIVER IS
MAKE
R