Reese 44098 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER - Manual (Page 2)

Installation Instructions
Chevrolet Blazer,
GMC Jimmy,
Oldsmobile Bravada
Part Numbers:
44098
51031
1
95-97 VEHICLES
NOTE: You may have to loosen the bumper brackets and spread them apart to get the hitch installed if the holes don’t line up. There are five bolts
per bumper bracket.
1. Spare tire may need to be loosened for hitch installation.
2. Lift the hitch up along the outside of the frame. Insert the 3/4” hex head bolts with flat washers through the side of the frame. Install 3/4” flat
washers, lock washers, and nuts on the bolts. SEE DIAGRAM ABOVE.
3. Insert 12mm bolts with flat washers through the remaining holes. Install flat washer, lock washers, and nuts on the bolts. SEE DIAGRAM
ABOVE.
4. Tighten the bolts evenly so the hitch remains centered on the vehicle.
5. Torque all Fasteners to the specification listed
6. Retighten spare tire and bumper if they were loosened.
Rev. A 6-27-06 N51031 Sheet 2 of 2 z 2002, 2006 Cequent Towing Products
Nut M12 X 1.75 Qty. (4) 8 Hex Nut 3/4-10 Qty. (2) 4
Lock Washer 1/2 Qty. (4) 7 Lock Washer 3/4 Qty. (2) 3
Flat Washer 1/2 Qty. (8) 6 Flat Washer 3/4 Qty. (4) 2
Bolt M12 X 1.75 X 40 Qty. (4) 5 Hex Bolt 3/4-10 X 2.00 Qty. (2) 1
Tighten all 3/4-10 fasteners with torque wrench to 200 Lb.-Ft. (271 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.
Tighten all M12 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
2
23
4
65
87
6
Note: Fasteners typical
both sides
SERIES 51®
Warning: Do Not lubricate threads, bolt failure
may occur due to over tightening.
Warning: Do Not drill or weld to this hitch.
Important notes
Use only Towing Products supplied or approved
bolts, nuts, and washers to install this hitch.
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
400 (182 Kg) 4000 (1816 Kg)
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
600 (272 Kg) 6000 (2724 Kg) Weight Distributing
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
Hitch type
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05