Pro Series 51097 51 Receiver - Manual

Installation Instructions
Ford F-150
Part Numbers:
51097
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required:
Wrenches: Open end 3/4 wrench & 7/8”
Figure 1.
Bumper
bracket
Removal of the spare tire can make installation easier, however, removal not necessary.
1. Raise hitch into position as shown in Figure 1. Use fasteners to attach the hitch uprights to the bumper bracket.
2. Attached remaining fasteners as shown. Item 6 must be sandwiched inside slot on bumper bracket. The hitch brackets and
the vehicle bracket will be drawn together.
3. Torque all fasteners to specifications shown below.
4. Reinstall spare tire, if it was removed prior to hitch installation. Make sure spare tire does not contact bolts.
Rev. B 1-21-09 51097N Sheet 1 of 3 z 2008, 2009 Cequent Towing Products
Flat washer 1/2” Qty. (2) 7 Lock washer Qty. (2) 3
Hex nut, 1/2-13 Qty. (4) 4
Spacer round Qty. (2) 6 Conical washer Qty. (6) 2
Spacer ¼” X 2.50 X 1.75 Qty. (2) 5 Hex bolt, 1/2-13 X 2.0 Gr5 Qty. (4) 1
Tighten all 1/2 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft (102 N-m).
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: 51097F
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
500 (227 Kg) 5000 (2270 Kg)
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
1000 (454 Kg) 10,000 (4540Kg) Weight Distributing
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
Hitch type
Wiring Access Location:
21
2
4
12
6
5
5
6
Bumper bracket one piece.
Shown broken for clarity
Round spacer
washer (Item 6) fits
into slot on bumper
bracket
Note: Fasteners typical
both sides
6
5
3
4
21
Bumper
bracket
Hitch side
bracket.
Figure 2.
Hitch
Uprights
Item 6 must be sandwiched
inside slot on bumper
bracket.
Bumper bracket
Bumper
34
7
3
7
4
7
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05