Cequent Performance Products 36423 Instructions D'installation

2007-2010 Patriot bumper
fascia
2011 & Later Patriot and
Compass fascia To be trimmed.
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required:
Fastener Kit: 36423F
Wrenches: 22mm, 16mm-tow hook option
Drill Bits: 5/8"- Only needed to reinstall
tow hook on Patriot with optional tow hook.
Cutting Tool: Needed to trim
bumper fascia on Compass Rallye and
2011 & later Patriot and Compass.
Note 1.
Patriot with optional tow hook
On Jeep Patriot with optional tow
hook on Driver's side it is
necessary to remove tow hook.
Check with vehicle owner
to see if they want tow hook
reinstalled. To reinstall hook it is
necessary to press/drive existing
knurled neck bolts out of hook
and drill out with 5/8" drill.
Reinstall hook by using supplied
M14 bolts following steps below.
Qty. (4) M14 x 120 x 2 Hex Bolt
1
5/8" Lock Washer
Qty. (2)
2
NOTE: Lowering exhaust may ease installation. To lower exhaust, remove rubber hanger from hanger bracket. Spraying a lubricant or soapy water
on the metal hanger rod and the rubber isolator helps removal.
1.If vehicle has optional tow hook see Note 1. above. For Compass Rallye see Note 2 and Figure 2. Check with vehicle owner. For 2011 and
later Jeep Patriot and Compass models. Fascia trimming is required for hitch installation. Obtain vehicle owners approval before cutting. See
Figure 3 and figure 4 for fascia trimming diagrams.
** 2011 model has 2" vertical fascia trim (measured from the bottom of the fascia lip). Mark fascia with non-permanent marker. Re-confirm fascia cut
height by using figure 4 procedure and mark height from ground on fascia. Cut the lower of the two marks.
1.Place M14 hex bolts into vehicle bushings from the outboard side of the vehicle frame rails. Leave bolt ends flush with the i n board side of frame
rails.
2.Raise hitch into position and push M14 hex bolts through hitch frame brackets to support the hitch.
3.Attach remaining hardware as shown above.
5.On Compass Rallye Package only. Use hitch receiver tube as a guide to cut a 2-1/4" wide by 2" high piece out of bumper fascia to allow clearance
for ball mounts. See Figure 2.
6.Raise exhaust back into position if lowered prior to hitch installation.
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
Optional tow
hook
Jeep Compass*,
Jeep Patriot*,
Drawbar Kit:
36061
(Sold separately)
Drawbar must
Be used in the
Rise position
only
Rallye Bumper fascia
Vehicle frame
bushing typical
Optional tow hook
Reattach existing 10mm
bolt to bumper
Tighten all M14-2 fasteners with torque wrench to 100 Lb.-Ft. (136 N*M)
Rallye Package
inc.
optional tow hook
inc.
*2011 and Later Jeep Patriot and Compass
models require fascia trimming for hitch
installation. Obtain vehicle owner approval
before cutting.
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle Manufacturer's Rating or
Hitch Type
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
Wiring Access Location: SUV1, SUV2
Vehicle frame
Rail
1
3
4
1
2
4
5/8" Conical Washer
Qty. (2)
3
Qty. (4) M14 x 2.0 Hex Nut
4
Sheet 1 of 6 36423N
Part Numbers:
36423
90156
06428
Max Tongue
Max Gross Trailer
WT (LB)
WT (LB)
3500 (1589 kg) 300 (136 kg)
Figure 1
12-01-15
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
Rev. K