Reese 44661 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER User Manual

Installation instructions, Jeep compass, Jeep patriot

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Installation Instructions

Jeep Compass*,

inc.

Rallye Package

Jeep Patriot*,

inc.

optional tow hook

Part Numbers:

75712
87606
44661

75224

U-HAUL

2007-2010 Patriot bumper

fascia

Optional tow

hook

*2011 and Later Jeep Patriot and Compass
models require fascia trimming for hitch
installation. Obtain vehicle owner approval

75224

U-HAUL

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

Do NOT Use With Spring Bars

Weight Carrying

Ball Mount

3500 (1 589 Kg)

525 (238 Kg)

hook

Rallye Bumper

fascia

installation. Obtain vehicle owner approval
before cutting.

2011 & Later Patriot and
Compass fascia To be trimmed.

Equipment Required:

Wrenches: 22mm, 16mm-tow hook option

Drill Bits: 5/8”- Only needed to reinstall
tow hook on Patriot with optional tow hook.

Fastener Kit: 75712F

Wiring Access Location: SUV1, SUV2

Vehicle frame

Rail

Vehicle frame

1

2

Cutting Tool: Needed to trim
bumper fascia on Compass Rallye and
2011 & later Patriot and Compass.

1

3

4

Vehicle frame
bushing typical

1

2

4

2011 & later Patriot and Compass.

Note 1.

Patriot with optional tow hook

On Jeep Patriot with optional tow

Optional tow hook

Reattach existing 10mm

bolt to bumper

On Jeep Patriot with optional tow

hook on Driver’s side it is

necessary to remove tow hook.

Check with vehicle owner

to see if they want tow hook

reinstalled. To reinstall hook it is

necessary to press/drive existing

knurled neck bolts out of hook

and drill out with 5/8” drill.

Reinstall hook by using supplied

Figure 1

Qty. (4)

M14 x 120 x 2 Hex Bolt

Qty. (2)

5/8” Conical Washer

Qty. (2)

5/8” Lock Washer

Qty. (4)

M14 x 2.0 hex Nut

1

2

3

bolt to bumper

4

Reinstall hook by using supplied

M14 bolts following steps below.

1.

If vehicle has

optional tow hook see Note 1. above. For Compass Rallye see Note 2 and Figure 2. Check with vehicle owner. For 2011

and later Jeep Patriot and Compass models. Fascia trimming is required for hitch installation. Obtain vehicle owners approval before

cutting. See Figure 3 and figure 4 for fascia trimming diagrams.

Tighten all M14-2 fasteners with torque wrench to 100 Lb.-Ft. (136 N*M)

cutting. See Figure 3 and figure 4 for fascia trimming diagrams.

** 2011 model has 2” vertical fascia trim (measured from the bottom of the fascia lip). Mark fascia with non-permanent marker. Re-confirm fascia cut

height by using figure 4 procedure and mark height from ground on fascia. Cut the lower of the two marks.

1.

Place M14 hex bolts into vehicle bushings from the outboard side of the vehicle frame rails. Leave bolt ends flush with the inboard side of

frame rails.

2.

Raise hitch into position and push M14hex bolts through hitch frame brackets to support the hitch.

3.

Attach remaining hardware as shown above.

4.

On Compass Rallye Package only. Use hitch receiver tube as a guide to cut a 2-1/4” wide by 2” high piece out of bumper fascia to allow

clearance for ball mounts. See Figure 2.

© 2010, 2011, 2012 Cequent Performance Products

Sheet 1 of 6

75712N

6-15-12

Rev. F

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

Tighten all M14-2 fasteners with torque wrench to 100 Lb.-Ft. (136 N*M)

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