Blue Ox BX1986 Installation Instructions Manual

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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.
405-0041 Rev H
www.blueox.com for the latest version of these installation instructions.
2009-17 Dodge Ram 1500 (No Sport)
installing or operating this equipment.
Dealers
®
Dealers can be found
®
or by contacting our Technical
BX1986
Installation Instructions
Serial Number
Attachment Tab Height: 18"
Attachment Tab Width: 34-1/2"
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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