Reese 44645 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER - Manual

Installation Instructions
Ford F-150
Part Numbers:
75691
87583
44645
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Bumper bracket
Bumper
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required:
Wrenches: Open end 3/4 wrench & 7/8”
Fastener Kit: 75691F
Manufacturer’s Rating or
Hitch type
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
Weight Distributing 12,000 (5448 Kg) 1200 (545 Kg)
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
6000 (2724 Kg) 600 (272 Kg)
Wiring Access Location: PC3
Bumper
bracket
4
23
Bumper bracket one piece.
Shown broken for clarity
Round spacer
washer (Item 4) fits
into slot on bumper
bracket
Hitch side
32
4
2
12
3
5
N F i l
bracket.
Item 4 must be sandwiched
inside slot on bumper
bracket.
1
2
2
Figure 1
Figure 2
Removal of the spare tire can make installation easier, however, removal not necessary.
1 Qty. (4) Hex bolt, 1/2-13 X 2.0 Gr5 4 Qty. (2) Spacer round
2 Qty. (8) Conical washer 5 Qty. (2) Spacer ¼” X 2.50 X 1.75
3 Qty. (4) Hex nut, 1/2-13
Note: Fasteners typical
both sides
12
Hitch uprights
1. Raise hitch into position as shown in Figure 1. Use fasteners to attach the hitch uprights to the bumper bracket.
2. Attached remaining fasteners as shown. Item 4 must be sandwiched inside slot on bumper bracket. The hitch brackets and
the vehicle bracket will be drawn together.
3. Torque all fasteners to specifications shown below.
4. Reinstall spare tire, if it was removed prior to hitch installation. Make sure spare tire does not contact bolts.
z 2010 Cequent Performance Products Sheet 1 of 3 75691N 3-12-10 Rev. A
Tighten all 1/2 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft (102 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