Draw-Tite 36527 FRAME HITCH - Manual

Installation Instructions
Buick Encore
Chevrolet Trax
Part Numbers:
36527
90223
06151
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Wiring Access Location: SUV3, 4
Equipment Required: Spray lubricant or soapy water
Wrenches: 11/16”
Drill Bits: None Access hole
Kink pull wire to
keep block
independent of bolt
1. Insert the pull wires (item 4) into the frame rail as shown in Figure. 2. Use pull wires to feed the carriage bolts and spacers into
frame rails through access holes as shown. Leave pull wires attached.
2. Lower exhaust system at the rubber isolators(2). Spraying a lubricant or soapy water on the metal hanger rod and the rubber
isolator helps removal.
3. Raise the hitch into position by sliding the passenger side of the hitch over the top of the exhaust pipe, through the exhaust tip cut
out in the fascia. Being careful not to scratch the fascia.
4. Slide the driver’s side under the vehicle tipping if needed. Feed the pull wires through the slots in the brackets. Note; on driver’s
side to add spacer (item 5) to flange on bracket as shown figure 1.
5. Push the driver’s side rearward fastener into the frame rail (see Figure 3) leaving the pull wire attached. See Figure 3.
6. Raise into position, carefully removing the pull wires and attaching the remaining fasteners. Pull the driver’s side rearward
fastener through the frame rail and bracket.
7. Re-attach the exhaust at the rubber isolators.
8. Tighten all fasteners to the required torque specification.
Tighten all 7/16-14 GR 5 fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 N*M)
z 2013 Cequent Performance Products, Inc. Sheet 1 of 3 36527N 7-8-13 Rev. B
1 1 1 1 Qty. (4) Carriage bolt 7/16-14 X 1.75 GR5 4 4 4 4 Qty. (4) Hex nut 7/16-14
2 2 2 2 Qty. (5) Spacer ¼” X 7/8” X 3” 5 5 5 5 Qty. (4) Pull wires 7/16”
3 3 3 3 Qty. (4) Conical washer 7/16”
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.
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or Drawbar must be used in the
RISE position only.
Drawbar Kit:
36071
Fastener Kit: 36527F
Form F206 Rev B 9-17-2012
Accessory Rating B
3500 LB (1589 Kg) Max Gross Trailer Weight
300 LB (136 Kg) Max Tongue Weight
Frame rail
1
2
3
4
5
Access hole
Figure 1.
Figure 2.
Figure 3.
Tape spacer to the
hitch bracket if needed
Spacer
Fascia
Frame rail
Channel
inside the
frame rail
Exhaust
hanger
Exhaust not shown
for clarity
Rearward of
vehicle