Reese 44634 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER - Manual

Installation Instructions
Ford Transit Connect
Part Numbers:
87570
75678
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Fascia
Spare Tire Wire cable
44634
78190 (UH)
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required:
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
Hitch type
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
Weight Distributing 4,000 (1816 Kg) 400 (182 Kg)
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
3,500 (1589 Kg) 350 (159 Kg)
Wiring Access Location: SUV 1, SUV2
Muffler / Tail Pipe
Wrenches: 18 mm
Drill Bits: none
Fastener Kit: 75678F
g ,
12
Wire cable
Frame rail
Existing Weld nuts
Wire cable routing
Wire loom retainer
Forward
Right mounting
bracket
Left mounting
bracket
Hitch receiver
1. Lower spare tire. See owners manual
2. Pull wire loom retainer away from inside of right frame rail. See picture. Retainer will not be re-inserted.
3. Lift hitch into place by placing the right mounting bracket between wire loom previously pulled away and the frame. Be aware this
is above the fuel fill lines Lift left mounting bracket up into place making sure to route wire cable thru large notch in side
1 Qty. (4) Bolt – M12 x 1.75 x 45mm long CL 10.9 2 Qty. (4) Washer – 1/2” conical toothed
is above the fuel fill lines. Lift left mounting bracket up into place, making sure to route wire cable thru large notch in side
bracket between mounting holes.
4. Loosely install fasteners as shown.
5. Pull hitch rearward and up so hitch receiver is level or above. Tighten fasteners.
6. Raise spare tire back into place. Spare tire may rub against the right mounting of hitch when lifting. Check to see that the spare
tire is secure.
Ti ht ll M12 1 75 l 10 9 f t ith t h t 92 Lb Ft (125 * )
z 2009 Cequent Performance Products Sheet 1 of 3 75678N 10-2-09 Rev. C
Tighten all M12 x 1.75 class 10.9 fasteners with torque wrench to 92 Lb.-Ft. (125 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.
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05