Reese Towpower 51232 Instructions D'installation

Frame rail
Spare Tire
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required: Pullwires (provided)
Fastener Kit: 51232F
Wrenches: 10mm, 18mm, 22mm 5/8"
Drill Bits: none
Note: Fasteners typical both sides
Frame rail
Existing
weldnuts
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Installation for vehicles with O.E.M. Class 2 Integrated Hitch/Bumper
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Qty. (6) Carriage Bolt 7/16 -14 X 1.75 GR5
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Qty. (6) Block
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Conical Washer 7/16"
Qty. (6)
Installation for vehicles with O.E.M. Class 2 Integrated Hitch/Bumper. (Figure 1) – Without O.E.M. hitch, see next page (figure 4)
1. Remove existing bolts from inside frame rails. Return to owner.
2. Relocate existing electrical bracket. Remove (2) screws and shift the bracket toward the drivers side using the inside screw hole on bracket
and outside weld nut (See Figure 3).
3. Raise hitch into position and install conical toothed washers and hex bolts into the existing weldnuts.
4. Using the pullwire feed carriage bolts and blocks thru access slot in end of the frame as shown in Figure 1. Using the kink pullwire to keep
block independent of bolt (See Figure 2). Feed the pullwire thru the existing slot and hitch.
5. Attach conical toothed washer and hex nuts.
Note: Do Not use both Hitches at the same time. This may overload and cause damage to vehicle.
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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Installation Instructions
Ford Escape
Mercury Mariner
Fascia
Mazda Tribute
1-1/4" O.E.M. Hitch
(Not on all Vehicles)
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Figure 1.
Tighten all M12 CL10.9 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
Tighten all M14 CL10.9 fasteners with torque wrench to 115 Lb.-Ft. (156 N*M)
Tighten all 7/16 - 14 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 N*M)
(Includes Hybrid)
(Includes Hybrid)
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Hitch type
Weight Distributing
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
Wiring Access Location: SUV1, SUV2
WARNING: If vehicle is equipped with O.E.M. hitch
DO NOT use both Hitches at the same time. This may
overload and cause damage to vehicle.
Access slot
both sides
Existing O.E.M.
Hitch/Bumper
Before
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Electrical
bracket.
After
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Qty. (6) Hex Nut 7/16 - 14
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Qty. (4) Bolt M12 X 1.75 X 45 CL10.9 OR M14 X 2.0 X 45 CL10.9
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Conical washer 5/8"
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Sheet 1 of 6 51232N
Part Numbers:
51232
97232
Manufacturer's Rating or
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
5000 (2270 Kg) 500 (227 Kg)
3500 (1589 Kg) 350 (159 Kg)
Kink pullwire to keep
blocks independent of
bolt.
Figure 2.
O.E.M. hitch
O.E.M. hitch
Figure 3.
6-27-12
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
Existing
O.E.M.
Hitch/Bump
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Rev.A