Reese SW16K SIDEWINDER - Manual (Page 3)

Installation Instructions
16K Sidewinder TM
4. The Height of the hitch and pin box should be adjusted so the trailer is approximately level as it is towed. Allow
approximately 6 in. clearance between the top of the bed and the underside of the front of the trailer for pitch and yaw
of the trailer (See Figure 6). For off-road use allow more clearance between pickup walls and trailer.
Rev. A 02-11-09 SW16KIN Sheet 3 of 12 z 2009 Cequent Performance Products
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
GUIDELINES FOR MATCHING TOW VEHICLE AND TRAILER – CON’T
Figure 6
Figure 5
The Measurements in figures 4, 5 & 6 are guidelines, If your measurements are close to these numbers, re-check clearances.
If vehicle and/or trailer has any added bed vanity accessories (i.e. fairings, air dams, ground effects, bed rails, etc.)
additional dimensioning and clearance checks have to be made. CPP is not responsible for damage incurred due to
disregarding these clearance checks.
CAUTION: A minimum clearance between the bumper and trailer (Measured at the same height) of 2 ft. is
recommended. Due to Vehicle and RV Trailer variations; it is necessary to check this clearance. If the clearance is
less than the minimum, this can be done after installation by making a slow turn, in a controlled driving environment
(i.e. closed parking lot, grass field, etc.) with the aid of an observer to watch for interference.
CAUTION:
WARNING:
• Cequent Performance Products does not recommend the use of a Sidewinder™ or 5
th Airborne Sidewinder™
with the Curt Q5 Fifth Wheel Hitch.
• B&W 5
th Wheel Hitches may only be used with a Sidewinder™ or 5 th Airborne Sidewinder TM if hardware is
added to the bed of the truck and the 5 th Wheel Hitch which may void the B&W warranty.
• The Reese Trail Boss 5
th Wheel Head, part number 30050 is not compatible with any Sidewinder TM products.
• Do not use a lube plate with Sidewinder™ & 5
th Airborne Sidewinder™
WARNING:
Avoid putting any part of your body under the trailer or between the truck and trailer. Unexpected or
accidental movement of the truck or the trailer can cause serious injury or death
•If you must place any part of your body under the trailer or between the truck and trailer you MUST
perform ALL of the following steps:
•Check that the truck transmission is in park
•Check that the emergency brake is set
•Block in front of and behind all trailer tires
•Check that the trailer landing gear are resting on firm ground