Reese 33025 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER - Manual

Installation Instructions
Toyota Tacoma
Part Numbers:
44051
33025
Equipment Required:
Wrenches: 9/16, 3/4, 18mm, 19mm, #45 Torx ®
Drill Bits: None
1
Frame
1. Remove (2) two center Torx head bolts from bottom of bumper (3/8” bolts).
2. Remove (1) one nut from existing bumper bracket bolt at location shown above.
3. Set angle bracket in place over existing bumper bolt as shown.
4. Raise hitch up to frame and align rearmost holes in frame and bracket, install 1/2” hex head bolt with 1/2 “ toothed washer through angle
bracket, frame, and hitch bracket. Loosely apply 1/2” flanged locknut. This will hold receiver in place.
5. Install 3/8” hex bolt with 3/8” lock washer and 3/8” toothed washer, through strap on the end of the hitch box from bottom and into bumper
where torx head bolts were removed (See diagram on other side).
6. Install 1/2” hex head bolt with 1/2” toothed washer through angle bracket, frame and hitch in forward hole in frame. Install 1/2” flanged locknut
on the bolt.
7. Reinstall nuts on 12mm bumper bracket bolts.
8. It may be necessary to remove the rubber muffler hanger so that the nut above the exhaust can be torqued.
9. Tighten all fasteners.
Rev. A 6-27-06 N33025 Sheet 1 of 1 z 2002, 2006 Cequent Towing Products
Flat Washer 3/8 Qty. (2) 6 Hex Nut 1/2-13 Qty. (4) 3
Lock Washer 3/8 Qty. (2) 5 Conical Washer 1/2 Qty. (8) 2
Bolt 3/8-16 X 1.50 Qty. (2) 4 Bolt 1/2-13 X 1.75 Qty. (4) 1
Tighten all 3/8” fasteners with torque wrench to 35 Lb.-Ft. (47 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: F33025
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
500 (227 Kg) 5000 (2270 Kg)
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
550 (250 Kg) 5500 (2497 Kg) Weight Distributing
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
Hitch type
Wiring Access Location: PU1, PU2
Tighten all 1/2” fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
Tighten all 12mm fasteners with torque wrench to 85 Lb.-Ft. (115 N*M)
Existing 12mm
bumper bracket bolt
(see Note 2)
Frame angle bracket
is inside frame on
both sides
2
2
3
4
5
6
1
2
3
2
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05