Draw-Tite 24767 SPORTFRAME HITCH - Manual

Installation Instructions
Cadillac CTS & CTS-V
Cadillac STS
Part Numbers:
77143
24767
60830
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Wiring Access Location: 03-04 CTS:PC3
05-06 CTS & CTS-V: PC3,PC4
05-06 STS: PC3,PC4
Equipment Required: Sealant
Wrenches: 11/16
Drill Bits: 1/8 & 1/2
1. Lower muffler(s) by removing (2) rearmost exhaust hangers and (1) forward exhaust hanger.
2. Inside trunk, remove the spare tire cover. Remove the plastic protection liner located at the rear of the trunk by removing the (4) net tie downs.
Remove the spare tire or storage bin to gain better access to the carpet. To remove storage bin use a long thin blade screwdriver to pry back
the edges of the retainer washer, then firmly pull straight up on the storage bin. Roll the carpet and padding back to expose the bare metal
floor of the trunk pan.
3. Raise hitch into position, being careful not to scratch the fascia. On dual exhaust it is a tight fit. Raising one bracket between the trunk pan
and exhaust, slide the other bracket over second exhaust from the front. Align the rear edge of the side bracket on the hitch flush against the
frame end panel. Check the location of the hitch on the vehicle.
4. Using the hitch as a template mark and center punch the (2) holes on both sides.
5. Lower hitch. Drill 1/8 pilot hole up through bottom of trunk pan at center punched locations. Check hole alignment under vehicle and adjust if
necessary. Enlarge holes to 1/2.
6. Position plate over holes inside trunk and insert the carriage bolts through plate and trunk pan (do not install over carpet). Trim the padding
under the carpet if necessary to allow the plate and carpet to lie flat.
NOTE: SEAL ALL HOLES DRILLED IN VEHICLE TO PREVENT
ENTRY OF EXHAUST FUMES INTO TRUNK.
7. Raise hitch back into position over carriage bolts and install lock washers and hex nuts as shown. Tighten all 7/16-14 GR5 fasteners to 50 LB-FT.
8. Roll carpet and padding back in place, replace the spare tire or storage bin (to reinstall retainer washer after hitch installation is complete use
deep socket) and reinstall spare tire cover. Reinstall the plastic protection liner removed in Step 2.
9. Reinstall the all exhaust hangers removed in Step 1.
Rev. A 2-13-06 24767N Sheet 1 of 3 z 2006 Cequent Towing Products
Hex Nut 7/16-14 Qty. (4) 4 Plate Qty. (2) 2
Lock Washer 7/16 Qty. (4) 3 Carriage Bolt 7/16-14 X 1-1/2 Qty. (4) 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.
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: 24767F
2000 LB (908 Kg) Max Gross Trailer Weight
200 LB (90.8 Kg) Max Tongue Weight
CTS Fascia
STS Fascia
Frame end panel
Trunk pan
Plate
Drilled holes
Inside of trunk
wheel well
Frame rail
Muffler
(Single on some CTS)
Roll carpet and padding back
to expose bare metal floor of
trunk pan
Plates
Rear edge of side bracket
1
2
3
4
Fasteners typical both sides
NOTE: SEAL ALL HOLES DRILLED
IN VEHICLE TO PREVENT
ENTRY OF EXHAUST FUMES
INTO TRUNK.
Form F206 Rev A 5605