Cequent Performance Products 75679 Instructions D'installation

Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required: Lubricant or Soapy water
Fastener Kit: 75679F
Wrenches: 18mm, 19mm, 6" Ratchet
Extension ( Ford Flex)
Exhaust hanger bracket
Rubber Exhaust Hanger
Spray some lubricant on the
rubber exhaust hangers and then
use a screwdriver or pry bar to use a screwdriver or pry bar to
remove all of the rubber hangers.
Support the system while you
remove all of the hangers
1
Qty. (4) Hex Bolt M12 x 1.75 x 40mm CL8.8
Note: On the Lincoln MKT and Ford Flex EcoBoost model have duel exhaust, repeat instruction listed below to the passenger side
exhaust.
1. Lower exhaust by removing two (2) bolts which attach exhaust hanger bracket to driver's side frame rail. Return to owner.
Note: Re attachment of exhaust hanger bracket may be made easier by removing rubber exhaust hanger from hanger bracket. Note: Re-attachment of exhaust hanger bracket may be made easier by removing rubber exhaust hanger from hanger bracket
2. Detach the rubber isolator from the front exhaust hanger located forward of muffler, just behind rear axle. Be careful not to allow
muffler to fall under their own weight. Spraying a lubricant on the metal hanger rod and the rubber isolator helps removal.
3. Rotate the hitch into position over the exhaust and align the slots to the existing weld nuts. Reattach exhaust hanger bracket to
underside of hitch bracket (as shown). On models with dual exhaust, do this on both sides of vehicle. Install fasteners as shown
above.
4. Tighten all fasteners to the required torque specification.
5. Raise exhaust back into position and reattach to rubber isolators. Spraying a lubricant or soapy water on the metal hanger rod
and the rubber isolator helps.
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, 2010 Cequent Performance Products
Installation Instructions
Ford Flex EcoBoost
Fascia
Vehicle Frame
1
2
Tighten all M12 x 1.75 CL8.8 fasteners with torque wrench to 68 Lb.-Ft. (92 N*M)
Ford Flex
Lincoln MKT
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Hitch type
Weight Distributing
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
Wiring Access Location: SUV1, SUV2
Fasteners Typical Both Sides of Vehicle
2
Qty. (4) Conical Toothed Washers ½"
Sheet 1 of 3
Part Numbers:
78189
Manufacturer's Rating or
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
4000 (1816 Kg.)
4000 (1816 Kg.)
Existing
Weldnuts
75679N 4-7-10
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
75679
87571
44636
U-Haul
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
400 (182 Kg.)
400 (182 Kg.)
Rev. B