Draw-Tite 24861 SPORTFRAME HITCH - Manual

Installation Instructions
Acura CSX
Acura ILX
Part Numbers:
24861
60277
77247
24888
U-Haul
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Wiring Access Location: CSX- PC3, PC4
ILX-PC1, PC2
Equipment Required: Small screwdriver, Tape,
Utility Knife, Tape Measure & Marking Pencil.
Wrenches: 3/4, 7/8, 10mm
Tighten 1/2”-13 x 1-1/4” Hex Bolts with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 N*M) Tighten 1/2”-13 x 2-1/4” Hex Bolt to 75Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
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Qty. (2) 1/2”-13 x 1-1/4” Hex Bolt Gr.5 , (Torque to 50 Ft. Lb.) Qty. (1) 1/2-13 x 2-1/4” Hex Bolt Gr.5, (Torque to 75 Ft. Lb.)
Qty. (4) 1/2” Conical Toothed Washer Qty. (1) 1/2-13 Lock Nut
Qty. (2) 1/2”-13 Handle Nut Another Fine Cequent Performance Products Hitch
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.
Fastener Kit: 24861F
Drawbar Kit:
3593
Fascia
4
3
2
1
5
Frame
Note! Torque is
different for
bolts in to frame
than bolt
through tow
hook. See
torque spec
below.
Exhaust
Heat shield
Vehicle
frame rail
Tow
hook
2
2 4
3
2 1
3
2 1
5
Note: instructions for Acura CSX
1. Lower vehicle exhaust by removing tailpipe tangs out of rubber exhaust hanger at rear of vehicle.
2. On the Passenger’s side remove the (4) bolts that attach the exhaust heat shield to the vehicle. (Do not Discard).
3. On the Driver’s side, remove the plastic rivet and nut that hold the plastic shroud to the frame rail. (Do not Discard).
4. Raise hitch into position with frame bracket flanges between the frame rail and plastic shroud on the Driver’s side and between the frame rail and exhaust heat
shield on the Passenger’s side. Make sure that tailpipe tangs are above hitch bar while raising hitch in to place. On some vehicles it may be necessary to remove
chrome decorative ring off of end of tailpipe to allow muffler to slide sideways toward middle of vehicle to allow better wrench access.
5. Insert 1/2”-13 handle nuts through the large holes in vehicle frame rails and install fasteners as shown above.
6. Insert the 1/2-13 x 2-1/4”bolt and toothed washer through the slot in the hitch then through the vehicle tow hook and back through the hitch. Install toothed washer
on other side then locknut. (see above).
7. Pull hitch rearward as far as possible to allow muffler clearance with hitch bar on passenger’s side. Tighten all fasteners to the required torque specifications shown
below.
8. Reinstall exhaust heat shield over hitch. Heat shield may require trimming. Reattach exhaust to hanger & replace rivet and nut holding plastic shroud on driver’s
side. Reattach chrome decorative ring to tailpipe if removed.
Note: instructions for Acura ILX – Do Not lower exhaust – 2 persons install.
1. Remove appearance panel. Remove multiple fasteners (4) plastic rivets and (3) bolts. To remove the plastic rivets remove the center of the rivet with a screwdriver.
Remove the appearance panel and return it to the owner. Reinstall all fasteners removed.
2. Remove heat shield (4) bolts and trim as shown. (Do not discard).
3. Insert 1/2-13 handle nuts through the large holes in both vehicle frame rails bending the handle as shown.
4. Raise hitch into position, starting on the passenger side slide the bar on the hitch over the exhaust tail pipe pulling downward on the exhaust for additional
clearance, being careful not to scratch the fascia. Slide the hitch into position on the passenger’s side and install the ½-13 X 1-1/4” bolt and conical washer.
5. Rotate the hitch into position on the tow hook and insert the 1/2-13 x 2-1/4” bolt and toothed washer through the slot in the hitch then through the vehicle tow hook
and back through the hitch. Install toothed washer on other side then locknut. (See above).
6. Install remaining hardware on the drivers side. Pull hitch rearward as far as possible to allow muffler clearance with hitch bar on passenger’s side. Tighten all
fasteners to the required torque specifications shown below.
7. Reinstall the trimmed heat shield over exhaust.
Heat shield trim 2-1/4” x 7”
Accessory Rating A