Draw-Tite 36284 FRAME HITCH - Manual

Installation Instructions
Subaru Legacy Sedan
Subaru Legacy Wagon
Subaru Legacy Outback
Part Numbers:
06287
36284
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Wiring Access Location: PC1, PC2
Equipment Required:
Wrenches: 12mm, 11/16, ¾, 7/8
Drill Bits: None
1. Lower carbon canister and bracket from passenger side frame rail.
2. Remove the four (4) plastic caps from bottom of frame rails. Fishwire carriage bolts and blocks through access hole in bottom of
frame as shown in Figure 1.
Note: On driver’s side, side bracket attaches to the outboard side of the tie-down bracket. On passenger’s side, side bracket
attaches to the inboard side of the tie-down bracket.
3. Raise hitch into position. Loosely install hex nuts and conical toothed washers onto forward most fasteners. Install hex bolts and
blocks as shown in Figure 1.
Note: On passenger’s side, place additional block between hitch and tie-down bracket. See Figure 2.
4. Reinstall large plastic caps into access holes removed in step 2. Reattach carbon canister and bracket.
Tighten all ½-13 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
Rev. D 12-6-07 N36284 Sheet 1 of 3 z 1999, 2001, 2003, 2004, 2007 Cequent Towing Products
Hex Nut 7/16-14 Qty. (2) 8 Hex Nut ½-13 Qty. (2) 4
Conical Toothed Washer 7/16 Qty. (2) 7 Lockwasher 1/2 Qty. (2) 3
Spacer ¼ x 1 x 3 Qty. (2) 6 Spacer ¼ x 1 x 2 Qty. (5) 2
Carriage Bolt 7/16-14 x 1-1/2 GR5 Qty. (2) 5 Hex Bolt ½-13 x 2-1/4 GR5 Qty. (2) 1
Tighten all 7/16-14 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 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.
3500 LB (1589 Kg) Max Gross Trailer Weight
300 LB (136 Kg) Max Tongue Weight
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
Drawbar must be used in the
Rise position only.
Drawbar Kit:
36061
Fastener Kit: K36284
Form F206 Rev A 5605
Frame Rail
Fascia
Optional Drawbar (Sold Separately)
For Legacy Outback Only 36053
Drawbar must be used in the RISE
Position only.
Hitch
Tie-Down Bracket
*Passenger’s side requires
two (2) ¼ x 1 x 2 spacers
Item
2
Figure 2 Figure 1
Access Hole
Frame Rail
Note: Fasteners Typical Both Sides
8765
*
43221
Side Bracket
90176