Draw-Tite 36447 FRAME HITCH - Manual

Installation Instructions
Ford Edge
Lincoln MKX
Part Numbers:
36447
90164
06525
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required: ½” Pull wire (Provided), Tin Snips
Wrenches: 3/4”, 5.5mm, 8mm
Drill Bits: None
Ford Edge
Fascia
Figure 1
1. Lower exhaust system at the (3) rear rubber isolators.
2. Disconnect the fascia center support (1 screw) and carefully push it toward the impact bar and out of the way. Reinstall screw.
3. Remove both heat shields (3 screws) and a plastic insert each side.
4. Trim both heat shields as shown. Figure 2.
5. Using the kink wire (see Figure 3) method for feeding fasteners attach carriage bolt and block to the pull wire. Feed forward
fasteners into place on both rails using the access hole at the end of the frame rail. On the outside end of both rails there is a
wide notch to make this process easier. Feed rearward fasteners into location using the same method. Note: Make sure
spacer are sitting flat on the rails and not on existing weld nuts.
6. Replace trimmed heat shields using the remaining inboard fasteners and plastic insert.
7. Raise hitch into position over the exhaust. Sandwiching the heat shield between the hitch and the rail.
8. Loosely attach fasteners as shown, center hitch on vehicle and tighten fastener to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M).
9. Raise exhaust system (3) places back into position.
Rev. C 3-21-07 36447N Sheet 1 of 3 z 2007 Cequent Towing Products
Spacer ¼ X 1 X 3 Qty. (4) 4 Conical Washer Qty. (4) 2
Hex Nut ½-13 Qty. (4) 3 Carriage Bolt ½-13 X 1.500 GR5 Qty. (4) 1
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: 36447F
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
Wiring Access Location: SUV1 & SUV2
2
3
1
4
Rail
Figure 2
Figure 3
Trim both heat shields.
As shown
Kink Pull wire to keep spacer
independent of bolt
Frame rail
Access hole at end
of rails
Rubber isolator
Rubber isolator
Trim both heat shields.
Leave enough to sandwich
between frame and hitch
Forward hole
Fasteners typical both sides.
3500 LB (1589 Kg) Max Gross Trailer Weight
300 LB (136 Kg) Max Tongue Weight
Drawbar must be used in the
Rise position only.
Drawbar Kit:
36051
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05