Reese 33031 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER User Manual
Installation instructions, Part numbers
Installation Instructions
Ford Explorer - 4 door
Mercury Mountaineer
Lincoln Aviator
Part Numbers:
33031
75132
87417
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required:
Wrenches: 7/8”, 15mm, 18mm
Drill Bits: None
1.
Remove (3) existing bumper bracket nuts if present, and (3) M12 or M14 bolts from each side of frame.
2.
Fishwire carriage bolts and blocks through end of frame.
3.
Raise hitch into position and loosely install conical washers and nuts.
4.
Vehicles with 14mm factory fasteners: Reinstall factory M14 fasteners.
Vehicles with 12mm factory fasteners: install and torque supplied M12 fasteners and reinstall factory M12 nuts.
Note! Do not use both hitches at the same time. This may overload and cause damage to vehicle.
Tighten all M12 fasteners with torque wrench to 92 Lb.-Ft., 125 N*M
Rev. B
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N75132
Sheet 1 of 3
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2006 Cequent Towing Products
1/2” – 13 X 1.75 GR5 Carriage Bolt
Qty.
(2)
1/2” – 13 Hex Nut
Qty.
(2)
1/2” Conical Washer
Qty.
(8)
1/4” X 1-1/2” X 2” Block
Qty.
(2)
M12 X 1.75 X 45mm, CL10.9 Hex Bolt
Qty.
(6)
Tighten all M14 fasteners with torque wrench to 148 Lb.-Ft., 201 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: F75132
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
500lb, 272kg
5000lb, 2724kg
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
800lb, 363kg
8000lb, 3632kg
Weight Distributing
Max Tongue
Weight
Max Gross
Trailer Weight
Hitch type
Wiring Access Location: SUV1, SUV2
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
Tighten all 1/2” fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft., 102 N*M
1
2
3
4
5
Frame rail
Factory hitch
Hitch fits under factory hitch
Frame rail
Factory hitch bracket
Existing weldnuts-typical
3
4
2
5
Typical both sides
1
2
For vehicles with 14mm factory
bolts - Reinstall 14mm bolts.
Typical both sides