Reese 44548 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER - Manual

Installation Instructions
Lexus GX470
Toyota 4Runner
Part Numbers:
44548
75155
70779
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required:
Wrenches: 1/2”,3/4”,10mm,12mm,13mm,17mm
Drill Bits: NONE
Other: Tin Snips, Tape
Rev. E 9-15-08 N75155 Sheet 1 of 6 z 2006, 2007, 2008 Cequent Towing Products
Cable tie Qty. (4) Hex bolt 1/2”-13 x 1.50 GR5 Qty. (2) 5
Flange Nut ¼” (Not Shown) Qty. (2) 9 Conical washer 3/8” Qty. (2) 4
Hex Bolt ¼” X 1” (Not Shown) Qty. (2) 8 Hex bolt M8 x 1.25 x 30mm CL10.9 Qty. (2) 3
Block 1/4” x 1” x 3” Qty. (2) 7 Conical washer 1/2” Qty. (6) 2
Handle nut assembly 1/2”-13 Qty. (2) 6 Hex bolt M12 x 1.25 x 40mm CL10.9 Qty. (4) 1
Tighten all 1/2” GR5 Handle nut bolts with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft (68N*M).
Tighten all M8 fasteners with torque wrench to 20 Lb.-Ft (27N*M).
Tighten all M12 fasteners with torque wrench to 68 Lb.-Ft (92N*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: F75155
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
600 (272 Kg) 6000 (2724 Kg)
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
730 (331 Kg) 7300 (3314 Kg) Weight Distributing
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
Hitch type
Wiring Access Location: SUV1, SUV2
Note! Requires removal of factory hitch if equipped.
This requires the rear fascia to be removed and reinstalled.
FIGURE 1.
For LEXUS - See next page.
FIGURE 2.
For TOYOTA Only
Tow hook, remove
and return to
customer.
Vehicle Rearward
Impact bar
Fascia tabs
Bracket tab bolting
locations.
Impact
bar
Access holes
for handle-nut
and blocks
Tape
Existing
weld-nuts
Taped
together
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