Reese 45297 TITAN RECEIVER - Manual

Installation Instructions
Ford F-250, F-350, F-450
Part Numbers:
45297
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required:
Wrenches: 21mm,24mm
Drill Bits: NONE
1. LOWER SPARE TIRE
2. REMOVE ELECTRICAL PLUG MOUNTING BRACKET, VIBRATION DAMPENER, AND FACTORY HITCH IF EQUIPPED. (Large breaker bar may
be required).
3. INSERT THE BOLTS AND WASHERS INTO THE FRAME.
4. RAISE HITCH INTO PLACE AND FINGER TIGHTEN WASHERS AND NUTS.
5. -WORKING ON ONE SIDE AT A TIME, LOOSEN THE BOLTS FROM THE BUMPER MOUNTING BRACKET TO THE BUMPER ENOUGH TO
SLIDE IN THE 3/16” SPACERS (Item 5). ADJUST THE BUMPER LOCATION BEFORE RE-TIGHTENING OF THESE BOLTS. REPEAT ON
OTHER SIDE
6. PLACE A BLOCK OF WOOD BETWEEN NEW HITCH AND BUMPER TO SUPPORT BUMPER FOR NEXT STEP.
7. -WORKING ON ONE SIDE AT A TIME, REMOVE THE NUTS AND BOLT PLATES ATTACHING THE BUMPER MOUNTING BRACKET TO THE
FRAME. SLIDE THE VERTICAL ATTACHMENT(ITEM 4) BETWEEN THE TWO AND RE-INSTALL THE FACTORY BOLT PLATES AND NUTS.
ADJUST THE BUMPER LOCATION BEFORE RE-TIGHTENING OF THESE BOLTS. REPEAT ON OTHER SIDE
8. USING THE HOLE PATTERN IN THE ELECTRICAL MOUNT TAB, DRILL NEW HOLES IN THE FACTORY ELECTRICAL BRACKET AND
SECURE. FASTENERS NOT INCLUDED.
9. TIGHTEN ALL FASTENERS
10. RAISE SPARE TIRE.
Tighten all M12 fasteners with torque wrench to 92 Lb.-Ft. (125 n*m)
z 2008, 2009 Cequent Towing Products Sheet 1 of 3 45297N 3-25-09 Rev. A
1
Qty. (12) BOLTS – M14 X 2.00 X 45MM CL 10.9
4
Qty. (2) VERTICAL ATTACHMENT PLATES
2
Qty. (24) WASHER - CONICAL
5
Qty. (4) SPACERS – 1 X 2 X 3/16”
3
Qty. (12) NUTS – M14 X 2.00
Tighten all M14 fasteners with torque wrench to 115 Lb.-Ft. (156 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.
Fastener Kit: 45297F
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
Hitch type
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
Weight Distributing 18,000 (8172kg) 2,500 (1135kg)
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
18,000 (8172kg) 2,000 (908kg)
Wiring Access Location: PU1,PU2
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
2
3
5
2
3
2
FASTENERS TYPICAL
BOTH SIDE
1
2
1
EXISTING BOLT
PLATES
EXISTING
NUTS
BUMPER MOUNTING
BRACKETS
4
HOLES FOR RE-MOUNTING
VIBRATION DAMPENER IF EQUIPPED.
ELETRICAL
MOUNTING TAB
INSTALL ONE
SIDE AT A TIME