Reese 24872 Instructions D'installation

Frame rail
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Fastener Kit: 24872F
Equipment Required: Tin Snips
Wrenches: 13mm, 11/16
Remove exhaust hanger – Both sides
Figure 2
Trim heat shield in area shown – Both sides
Figure 3
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Qty. (2) Carriage bolt 7/16-14 X 1.50 GR5
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Qty. (2) Block, ¼ x 7/8 x 3.00
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Qty. (2) 7/16 Conical washer
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Qty. (2) Hex nut 7/16-14
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Qty. (4) Bolt, M8-1.25 x 40mm CL10.9
Lower exhaust system by removing (2) M8 bolts holding exhaust hanger and return bolts to vehicle owner, both sides – See figure 2.
1.
Trim heat shield in area where hitch side bracket mounts to the bottom of the frame – See figure 3.
2.
Cut plastic isolator strips in half and apply the two halves of each strip to bottom of hitch side brackets between slot and large access hole –
3.
See figure 5. Note: The isolators strips go between the exhaust hanger and side bracket.
4. Raise hitch into position and re-install exhaust hangers using the M8-1.25 x 40mm bolts, lock washers, and flat washers provided with hitch.
5. Using pull wire, install block and 7/16 carriage bolt through access hole in hitch and bottom of frame and through hole on side of frame.
Note: It is much easier if bolt and spacer are not engaged while inserting them into frame -See Figure 4
6. Install conical toothed washer and hex nut onto carriage bolt, both sides.
7. Torque all fasteners to specifications.
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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2011 Cequent Performance Products, Inc
Installation Instructions
(All except ST model)
Fascia – 5 Door
Fascia – Sedan
Drawbar Kit:
Drawbar must be used in the
Rise position only.
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Apply plastic isolator strips
To bottom of hitch side bracket
Both sides
Figure 5
Tighten all 7/16-14 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 N*M)
Tighten all M8-1.25 CL10.9 fasteners with torque wrench to 27 Lb.-Ft. (37 N*M)
Ford Focus
3593
Wiring Access Location: Sedan PC3, 4, 5-Door PC1, 2
Frame rail
Figure 1
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Qty. (4) 5/16 Flat Washer
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Qty. (4) 5/16 Lock Washer
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Qty. (2) Pull wire 7/16
Qty. (2) Plastic Isolators
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Sheet 1 of 3 24872N
Part Numbers:
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
Kink pull wire to keep
block independent of bolt
Access hole
Fasteners typical
both sides
1 2 3 4
5 6 7
06-16-11
Form F206 Rev A 5605
24872
60290
77256
3"
Figure 4
Rev. B