Cequent Performance Products 51185 Instructions D'installation

Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required:
Fastener Kit: 51185F
Wrenches: 18mm, 19mm & 3/4
Saturn Vue: Open end 3/4 wrench,
Equinox: 6" Ratchet Extension
Drill Bits: None
Frame Rail
1
Qty. (6) Hex Bolt M12
2
Qty. (6) Conical Washer
3
Qty. (2) Carriage Bolt 1/2-13
1. If present, remove the tie down brackets from vehicle frame rail. Return bolts and tie down bracket to owner.
2. Remove the fascia door on the Equinox.
3. Raise the hitch into position; lifting the bumper mounting bracket over the fascia (where needed). Secure with M12 bolts and conical washers into
the existing weld nuts.
4. Hand tighten all bolts.
5. Saturn Vue: Pull carriage bolts and small blocks thru end of the bumper and feed through the bumper mounting bracket using the pull wire.
Attach conical washer and nut. As shown Figure 1.
Chevrolet Equinox, Pontiac Torrent install the M12 bolts and conical washer through the bumper mounting bracket into the existing
weld nuts in the bumper, as shown Figure 2.
6. Tighten all 1/2-13 GR5 fastener with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. Tighten all M12 CL8.8 fasteners with torque wrench to 68 Lb.-Ft.
7. Replace the fascia door on the Equinox.
Note: Due to different configuration of the vehicle there will be extra hardware left over.
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.
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2009 Cequent Performance Products
Installation Instructions
Chevrolet Equinox
Pontiac Torrent
Fascia Saturn Vue
Drawbar Kit:
36051
Drawbar must be used in the
RISE position only.
Existing Weld Nuts
Pull Wire
See Step 5
Figure 1.
Pull Wire blocks
Sheet 1 of 3
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer's Rating or
3500 LB (1589 Kg.) Max Gross Trailer Weight
300 LB (136 Kg.) Max Tongue Weight
Wiring Access Location: Chevrolet SUV3
4
Qty. (2) Hex Nut 1/2-13
5
Qty. (2) Block 1-1/2 X 2
6
Qty. (1) Pull Wire
51185N
Part Numbers:
51185
Pontiac SUV3
Saturn SUV1, SUV2
Fasteners typical both sides.
Bumper
Existing Weld Nuts
Bumper Mounting Bracket
Figure 2.
Existing Weld Nuts
8-28-09 Rev. A
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05