Draw-Tite 41909 ULTRA FRAME RECEIVER - Manual

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Installation Instructions
Chevrolet / GMC full size pickups
(Except 6’ bed regular cab)
Part Numbers:
41909
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
For 6 ft beds with optional heavy
duty suspension only.
Equipment Required:
Wrenches: 13/16”, 15/16”, 13mm,18mm, 19mm
Drill Bits: 9/16”
Note; On vehicles without factory bumper, it will be necessary to relocate license plate mounting bracket.
1.
Remove and discard M12 hex bolt from end of each frame rail if present.
2. Remove ground wire and ground wire bolt, if present, on driver’s side frame rail.
3. Lift receiver into position, locating slots in receiver over weld nuts in vehicle frame.
Note; Vehicles without factory bumper, use the existing holes in the frame rails, bolt the reinforcement brackets into the inside end of each frame rail
using item 3,10, and 11 provided. The reinforcement brackets should rest against the frame rail lower flanges (see figure 1).
4. Install M12 hex bolts and conical washer through receiver into weld nuts in vehicle frame rail.
Note; See figure 1 for placement of fasteners on vehicles without bumper.
5.
Using the hitch as a template, enlarge hole with 9/16” drill for the center fastener on each side.
6. Install remaining fasteners as shown.
7. Reinstall ground wire and ground wire bolt to hole in side of bracket.
Note; On 6’ bed models, item 4 located at forward-most attachment on driver’s side maybe oriented as shown in figure 2, if necessary, to insure
clearance of rivets. Block must sit flat on frame.
Tighten all 1/2” fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 n*m)
Rev. A 03-31-08 N41909 Sheet 1 of 1 z 2008 Cequent Towing Products
Hex Nut – 1/2”-13 Qty. (4) 11 Block – 3/16” x 1-1/2” x 2” Qty. (2) 5
Conical Washer – 1/2” Qty. (2) 12 Block – 1/4” x 1-1/2” x 2” Qty. (2) 6
Lock Washer – 1/2” Qty. (6) Block – 3/8” x 1-1/2” x 2” Qty. (2) 4
Hex Nut – M12-1.75 Qty. (2) 9 Hex Bolt, 1/2”-13 x 1-1/4” Qty. (4) 3
Hex Lock Nut – 9/16”-18 Qty. (4) 8 Hex Bolt, M12-1.75 x 45mm Qty. (2) 2
Bracket – Frame Reinforcement (1R.H. & 1L.H.) Qty. (2) 7 Hex Bolt, 9/16”-18 x 1-3/4” Qty. (4) 1
Tighten all M12 CL 10.9 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: 1130-988
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
1,000 (454 Kg) 10,000 (4540 Kg)
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
1,300 (590 Kg) 13,000 (5902 Kg) Weight Distributing
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
Hitch type
Wiring Access Location: PU3
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
Figure 2
Orientation of block
Driver’s side
Figure 1
For vehicles without
factory bumper
Rivets
Vehicle Frame
Bumper
Existing Block
1
2
3
4 5
6
7
8
9
11
12
4
Center of
vehicle
8
2
12
Optional Locking Stabilizing pin
Part No. 63201 (order separately)
Used to reinstall ground
wire and ground wire bolt
Frame rail
Enlarge hole
Frame rail
Heavy Duty suspension
reinforcement
Bumper bracket
Existing weld nut
J-pin
Tighten all 9/16” fasteners with torque wrench to 110 Lb.-Ft. (149 n*m)