Reese 44530 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER - Manual

Installation Instructions
Volkswagen Touareg
Part Numbers:
44530
75363
82301
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required:
Wrenches: 18mm, 7/8”, T-25, T-27
Drill Bits: ½”
1. Remove rear fascia as shown in figure 2:
a. Remove tail lights by removing 2 screws, each side, inside lift gate opening and carefully pulling tail light straight back.
b. Remove 2 screws, each side, which fasten fascia under tail light.
c. Remove 5 screws inside each wheel well.
d. Remove access panel from bottom of fascia and return to vehicle owner.
e. Remove 4 screws from bottom of fascia.
f. Carefully pull fascia straight back to remove.
2. Remove bumper by removing 4 bolts each side, which secure bumper to rear vehicle panel. Retain bolts for hitch/bumper installation.
3. Raise hitch and bumper into position as shown, sandwiching hitch between vehicle end panel and bumper. Before tightening, position hitch so that
center bracket contacts bottom surface of steel bumper as shown in figure 1.
4. Using hitch as a template, drill 2 holes into bumper thru holes in hitch center bracket.
Note: Hitch installation can be made easier with a "cutter" type drill bit.
5. Install carriage bolts and block thru holes in bumper (drilled in step 4) and down thru holes in hitch center bracket. Install lock washers and nuts.
6. Reinstall fascia.
Rev. E 1-12-09 75363N Sheet 1 of 3 z 2005, 2008, 2009 Cequent Towing Products
Hex nut ½” Qty. (2) 4 Block ¼” x 1” x 3” Qty. (2) 2
Lock washer ½” Qty. (2) 3 Carriage bolt ½” x 1 ¾” Qty. (2) 1
Tighten all ½-13 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft.
Tighten all M12 CL8.8 fasteners with torque wrench to 68 Lb.-Ft.
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: 75363F
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
600 (272 kg) 6000 (2 724 kg)
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
600 (272 kg) 6000 (2 724 kg) Weight Distributing
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
Hitch type
Wiring Access Location: SUV3, SUV4
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
Plastic Fascia
Vehicle Bumper
FIGURE 2
Vehicle
Bumper
Hitch Center
Bracket
Existing
Bolt
8 Places
Vehicle End Panel
FIGURE 1 FIGURE 1
Note: Hitch installation can be made easier
with a "cutter" type drill bit.