Draw-Tite 24865 SPORTFRAME HITCH - Manual

Installation Instructions
Ford Fusion
Mercury Milan
Lincoln MKZ
Part Numbers:
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Wiring Access Location: PC3, 4
Equipment Required: Pullwire (provided) , Lubricant or
Soapy water
Wrenches: 11/16”
1. Lower exhaust pipe by removing the rubber isolator(s) at the muffler(s) and one isolator near the rear suspension. Support the exhaust
to prevent damage. Spraying a lubricant on the metal hanger rod and the rubber isolator helps removal.
2. Using pull wires, feed spacers and carriage bolts into forward hole position (both rails). Access hole located at end of the frame rail
and before the impact bar. Leave pull wire attached. Note: It is much easier if bolt and spacer are not engaged while inserting them
into frame, refer to illustration. See Figure 2.
3. Feed the carriage bolt and spacer thru rearward slots on bottom of frame rails using the pull wires, as shown Figure 3. Note: May
need to insert the carriage bolt in on an angle. Leave the pull wires in position to assist in locating bolt when the hitch is placed in
position.
4. Raise hitch into position as shown in Figure 1. Feeding the pull wires through the holes on the bracket.
5. Remove pull wires and attach conical washers and nuts (be careful not to push fasteners back into frame rail).
6. Torque all fasteners to specifications.
7. Raise exhaust system back into position.
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Qty. (4) Carriage bolt – 7/16-14 X 1-1/4” GR 5
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Qty. (4) Washer – conical 7/16”
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Qty. (4) Spacer – 1” X 2” X 3/16”
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Qty. (4) Nut – 7/16 -14
Tighten all 7/16” 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.
2000 LB (908 Kg) Max Gross Trailer Weight
200 LB (90.8 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:
3594
Fastener Kit: 24865F
Form F206 Rev A 5605
Fastener are typical
For both sides
Fascia
Figure 2
Kink Pull wire to keep
spacer independent of bolt
Figure 3.
Forward hole
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Rearward slots
Figure 1.
Frame Rail
Access hole
24865
60282
77239
24793
U-Haul