Reese SW16K SIDEWINDER User Manual
Installation instructions, 16k sidewinder, Part numbers
Installation Instructions
16K Sidewinder
TM
Part Numbers:
SW16K, ST100-SW16K. ST200-SW16K,
ST300-SW16K, ST400-SW16K, ST500-
SW16K, ST100-SW16KPOE*, ST200-
SW16KPOE*, ST400-SW16KPOE*
* = Pre-Assembled
PIN BOX SHOWN ASSEMBLED
Equipment Required:
Wrenches: 15/16”, 1 1/8”
Drill Bits: Not Required
White Lithium Grease, Torque Wrench
INDEX
1. GUIDELINES FOR MATCHING TOW VEHICLE AND TRAILER P. 2-3
2. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
P. 4-6
3. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
P. 6-10
4. WEDGE ADJUSTMENT/SELECTION
P. 7-8
5. HITCHING PROCEDURE,
P. 9-11
PULL TEST, UNHITCHING PROCEDURE
6. BEFORE EACH TRIP
P. 11
7. MAINTENANCE
P. 11
7. NOTES
P. 12
8. 5 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
P. 12
Rev. A
02-11-09
SW16KN
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2009 Cequent Performance Products
3/4“ Flat Washer**
Qty. (4)
Outer Cap
Qty. (1)
Upper Wear Disc
Qty. (1)
Pivot Bushing
Qty. (1)
Convertible Bolts, 3/4” – 10 X 5 ½” **
Qty. (2)
5/8” Lock Washer
Qty. (6)
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Wedge Bolt, 5/8”-11 X 1 3/4” Grade 5 Hex Bolt
Qty. (2)
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Cap Bolt, 5/8” – 11 X 2” Grade 8 Hex Bolt
Qty. (4)
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3/4” – 10 Hex Nut**
Qty. (2)
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3/4” Lock Washer**
Qty. (2)
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Universal Wedge*
Qty. (1)
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16K Sidewinder
TM
Qty. (1)
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Wear Plate
Qty. (1)
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Turret (ST100, ST200, ST300, ST400, or ST500)
Qty. (1)
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Fastener Kit: ST100F
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle Manufacturer’s Rating,
Trailer Manufacturer’s Rating or
3,200 LB
16,000 LB
Max Pin
WT (LB)
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
DEALER/INSTALLER:
(1) Provide this Manual to end user
END USER:
(1) Read and follow this Manual every time you use Sidewinder.
(2) Save this Manual for Future Reference.
(3) Pass on copies of Manual to any other users or owner.
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WARNING:
Failure to follow all of these instructions may result in death or serious injury!
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*Custom Wedges are available for most fifth wheel hitch applications, to order a custom
wedge kit, see your RV Dealer or contact CPP Technical Service: 1-888-521-0510.
**Included on OEM installed units only.