Reese 44547 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER - Manual (Page 3)

Installation Instructions
Part Numbers:
44547
75470
87413
1. Remove (4) fascia-mounting bolts which attach fascia to trunk pan as shown in Figure 2. Retain (3) of these bolts for re-
installation (one bolt will not be re-installed and may be returned to vehicle owner). Remove (7) flanged nuts which attach plastic
trunk pan cover to trunk pan. Retain all (7) flanged nuts for re-installation of trunk pan cover.
2. Remove spare tire and tool kit from inside vehicle.
3. Remove rubber plugs from attaching holes as shown in Figure 3.
4. Cut plastic trunk pan cover as shown in Figure 2.
5. Remove inboard bumper mounting bolt and flanged nut, one each side, as shown in Figure 1 and return to vehicle owner.
6. Install M10 x 1.50 x 140mm bolts down thru bumper/bumper mounting bracket, each side, as shown in Figure 1.
Note: There will be sufficient room to use flat wrench to hold bolt head above bumper.
7. Raise hitch and plastic trunk pan cover into position as shown. Install conical washers and nuts provided with hitch to M10
fasteners installed in step 7.
8. Install 7/16 carriage bolts and ¼ x 1 x 3 blocks (sq. hole) down thru holes in spare tire well.
Note: Blocks must be oriented against rib in spare tire well as shown in Figure 3 to prevent block from turning, as well as to allow
blocks to sit flat.
9. With 7/6 x 1 x 2 block between spare tire well and hitch bar, and carriage bolt thru hole in block and slot in hitch bar, attach
conical washer and nut.
Tighten all 7/16-14 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 N*M)
Tighten all M10 x 1.50 CL10.9 fasteners with torque wrench to 53 Lb.-Ft. (72 N*M)
10. Re-install (7) flanged nuts which attach trunk pan cover to trunk pan. Reinstall (3) fascia-mounting bolts.
11. Return spare tire and tool kit inside vehicle.
Rev. D 4-24-09 75470N Sheet 3 of 9 z 2006, 2007, 2009 Cequent Performance 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.
Form: F205 Rev A 5 6 05
Note: Trunk Pan cover requires trimming. Obtain Vehicle Owner’s approval before cutting.
Figure 4
Trunk pan fastener configuration for vehicles
without cross bracing members
Fasteners Typical
Both Sides of
Vehicle.
Cut-out – See
Figure 2
Cut-out – See
Figure 2
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7
9
8
8
For Vehicles Without Cross Bracing Members
Mercedes-Benz R350
Mercedes-Benz R500
Mercedes-Benz R320 CDI
Mercedes-Benz R320 BlueTEC