Frame
rail
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required: Spray lubricant, Paint,
Pull wire (Provided)
Fastener Kit: 24817F
Wrenches: 11/16", 3/4"
Drill Bits: 1" " Hole Cut Saw
Frame Rail
Note: Fasteners typical both sides
1
Qty. (2)
Carriage bolt 7/16-14 X 1.50 Gr5
2
Qty. (2)
Conical washer 7/16
3
Qty. (2)
Hex nut 7/16-14
4
Qty. (2)
Spacer ( small sq holes)
1.
Lower exhaust system at the rubber isolator (3). Spraying a lubricant on the metal hanger rod and the rubber isolator helps
removal.
2.
Drill 1" access hole in bottom of each frame rail. See Figure 2.
3.
Feed pull wires with spacer and bolt into frame rail thru 1" drilled hole and out the attachment holes. Leave pull wire attached
4.
Paint any exposed metal.
5.
Raise hitch into position and attach as shown in Figure 1. Remove pull wires and attach conical washers and nut (be careful
not to push fastener back into frame rail). Hand tighten.
6.
Attach hitch to tow hook as shown in Figure 1. Orient the spacers with respect to the tow hook as shown.
7.
Check to assure hitch is centered on vehicle.
8.
Torque all fasteners to specifications.
9.
Raise exhaust system back into position.
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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2008 Cequent Towing Products
Installation Instructions
Suzuki SX4 Crossover
Fascia
Drawbar Kit:
Drawbar must be used in
the RISE position only.
Tow Hook
7
8
6
Figure 1
Tighten all ½ GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
Tighten all 7/16 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 N*M)
3594
1
4
Drilled Hole
2
3
Existing hole
5
5
Qty. (1)
Carriage bolt 1/2-13 X 2.00 Gr5
6
Qty. (1)
Conical washer 1/2
7
Qty. (1)
Hex nut ½-13
8
Qty. (1)
Spacer
Sheet 1 of 3
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer's Rating or
2000 LB (908 Kg) Max Gross Trailer Weight
200 LB (90.8 Kg) Max Tongue Weight
Wiring Access Location: SUV 1 & 2
Kink Pull wire to keep
spacer independent of
bolt
2" [50.8 mm]
Figure 2
1" dia. – drill
Drilling of Access Holes
24817N
6-18-08
Part Numbers:
24817
60202
77189
Rearward
of
vehicle
Rev. A