Reese 44584 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER - Manual

Installation Instructions
Acura RDX
Part Numbers:
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required:
Wrenches: ¾, 19mm
Drill Bits: None
Rev. A 7-27-07 75563N Sheet 1 of 3 z 2007 Cequent Towing Products
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: 75563F
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
Wiring Access Location: SUV1, SUV2
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
Tighten all 1/2-13 GR 5 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
½ Handle Nut Qty. (2) 4 ½ Conical Toothed Washer Qty. (4) 2
M12 X 1.25 X 40mm CL 10.9 Qty. (2) 3 Hex bolt ½-13 x 1.75 GR5 Qty. (2) 1
1. Raise hitch into position and align the slots of the receiver with the weldnuts in the frame rail.
2. Install the M12 X 1.25 X 40mm bolts and conical toothed washer through the hitch and into the weldnuts.
3. Insert the handle nuts through the large hole in the vehicle frame rail as shown above.
4. Install the ½-13 X 1.75 bolts and conical toothed washers.
Frame Rail
Tighten all M12 X 1.25 CL 10.9 fasteners with torque wrench to 115 Lb.-Ft. (156 N*M)
Fascia
Existing Weldnut
– Both Sides
75563
87449
44584
400 (182 Kg) 4000 (1816 Kg)
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
Not For Use With Spring Bars Weight Distributing
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
Hitch type
2
3
2
1
4
Note: Fasteners typical
both sides