Pro Series 51183 51 Receiver - Manual

Installation Instructions
BUICK LaCROSSE, BUICK ALLURE (CANADA ONLY),
BUICK CENTURY, OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE
Part Numbers:
51183
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required:
Wrenches: ¾”, 7/8”
Drill Bits: ½”
1. Detach (5) rubber exhaust hangers and lower rearward portion of exhaust system.
2. Insert carriage bolts and blocks in frame rails thru access hole shown.
3. Raise hitch into position and check side-to-side clearance with frame. Tape ½” washers to hitch as necessary to eliminate gap
(see figure 2).
4. Raise hitch into position and attach with carriage bolts as shown in figure 1.
5. Using hitch as a template, drill 2 holes in sides of frame rails.
6. Insert hex bolt and lock washer thru side frame rail and secure with handle nut inserted thru end of frame rail.
7. Reinstall exhaust system.
Rev. A 8-27-09 51183N Sheet 1 of 3 z 2009 Cequent Performance Products
Handle nut assembly Qty. (2) 8 Hex nut ½” Qty. (4) 4
Flat washer ½” Qty. (4) 7 Conical Toothed washer ½” Qty. (4) 3
Lock washer ½” Qty. (2) 6 Block ¼ x 1 ½ x 2” Qty. (4) 2
Hex bolt ½ x 1 ¼ Qty. (2) 5 Carriage Bolt ½ x 1 ¼ Qty. (4) 1
Tighten all ½-13 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft.
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. Do not cut access or attachment holes with a torch.
This product complies with safety specifications and requirements for connecting devices and towing systems of the state of New York, V.E.S.C. Regulation V-5
and SAE J684.
Fastener Kit: 51183F
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
Wiring Access Location: PC3, PC4
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
3500 LB (1589 Kg.) Max Gross Trailer Weight
300 LB (136 Kg.) Max Tongue Weight
Tape ½” flat washers to
Hitch as necessary to
Eliminate gap with frame
Figure 2
Access Hole
Use this slot for LaCrosse
And Allure models only Use this slot for Century
And Intrigue models only
Drill Holes
½” flat washers as
Required for spacing
Frame Rail
Frame
Rail
Bumper
Fascia
Drawbar must be used in the
RISE position only
Figure 1
Drawbar Kit:
36061