Draw-Tite 24896 SPORTFRAME HITCH - Manual

Installation Instructions
Ford C-Max
Part Numbers:
24896
60318
77285
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Wiring Access Location: PC1, 2
Equipment Required: Tin Snips
Wrenches: 13mm, 11/16
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
Drawbar must be used in the
Rise position only.
Drawbar Kit:
3593
Fastener Kit: 24896F
Figure 1
Access hole
Fasteners typical
both sides
Frame rail
Frame rail
Fascia
2000 LB (908 Kg) Max Gross Trailer Weight
200 LB (90.8 Kg) Max Tongue Weight
Remove exhaust hanger – Drivers side
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7
4 5 6
Figure 2
Drill: 1/2 drill bit
Accessory Rating A
1. Lower exhaust system by removing drivers side (2) M8 bolts holding exhaust hanger and return bolts to vehicle owner. Remove the middle
exhaust hanger and save bolts.– See figure 2.
2. Trim heat shield in area where hitch side bracket mounts to the bottom of the frame – See figure 3.
3. Cut plastic isolator strips in half and apply the two halves of each strip to bottom of hitch driver side bracket between slot and large access
hole – See figure 4. Note: The isolators strips go between the exhaust hanger and side bracket.
4. Raise hitch into position and re-install driver’s side exhaust hangers using the M8-1.25 x 40mm bolts, lock washers, and flat washers on both
sides provided with hitch. Re-install middle exhaust hanger with original hardware.
5. With hitch in place use hitch as template to drill 1/2” hole in frame. Use handle nut provided to install 1/2” bolts and conical washers.
6. Torque all fasteners to specifications.
Tighten all 1/2-13 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 N*M)
Tighten all M8-1.25 CL10.9 fasteners with torque wrench to 27 Lb.-Ft. (37 N*M)
z 2012 Cequent Performance Products, Inc Sheet 1 of 3 24896N 10-4-12 Rev. A
1 1 1 1 Qty. (2) Hex bolt 1/2-13 X 1.50 GR5 5 5 5 5 Qty. (4) 5/16 Flat Washer
2 2 2 2 Qty. (2) 1/2 Conical washer 6 6 6 6 Qty. (4) 5/16 Lock Washer
3 3 3 3 Qty. (2) Handle Nut 7 7 7 7 Qty. (2) Plastic Isolators
4 4 4 4 Qty. (4) Bolt, M8-1.25 x 40mm CL10.9
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.
Form F206 Rev A 5605
Trim heat shield in area shown – Drivers side
Apply plastic isolator strips
To bottom of hitch side bracket
Diver side.
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Figure 3 Figure 4