Draw-Tite 36546 Instructions D'installation

Vehicle
Frame end
Vehicle suspension
mount.
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required:
Fastener Kit: 36546F
Wrenches: 13mm, 3/4", 7/8"
Use (3) spacer
washers per side,
between hitch and
.
vehicle attachment
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Remove existing inner
tailpipe hanger 8mm bolts,
and replace with supplied
8mm bolts.
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Qty. (2) Hex Bolt, M8 x 1.25 x 55mm CL 9.8
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Flat Washer 1/2"
Qty. (6)
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Hex Bolt, 1/2"-13 x 2-1/4" GR 5
Qty. (1)
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Conical Toothed Washer, 1/2"
Qty. (3)
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Hex Nut, 1/2"-13 GR 5
Qty. (1)
1. Remove existing inner tailpipe hanger 8mm bolts, and replace with supplied 8mm bolts (item 1).
2. Install forward bracket as shown. Do not tighten at this time.
3. Install three flat washers (item 2) on existing weldnut on each side. See Figure 2.
4. Raise hitch into position. Install over the 8mm bolt and existing weldnut sandwiching the flat washers between vehicle frame and hitch bar. Install 3/8" conical
and M8 hex nut. Do not tighten bolts yet.
5. Attach the hitch to the hitch bracket.
6. Tighten fasteners to required specification.
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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Bumper
Fascia
Drawbar Kit:
36061
Drawbar must be used in the
Rise position only.
Vehicle suspension
mount.
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Slide handle nut through opening
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in bottom of suspension mount.
Figure 1.
8mm bolt to replace (step 1).
Tighten 8mm-1.25 CL 9.8 bolts with torque wrench to 25 Lb.-Ft. (34 N*M)
Tighten 1/2"-13 GR 5 bolts with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
*Tighten 1/2"-13 GR 5 bolts into handle-nut to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 N*M).
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Installation Instructions
Buick LaCrosse
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Hitch type
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
Wiring Access Location:
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Hitch forward bracket.
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Tailpipe hanger.
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Qty. (2)
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Qty. (2)
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Qty. (1)
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Qty. (1)
Sheet 1 of 3
Manufacturer's Rating or
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
3500 (1589 Kg)
PC1,2
Vehicle forward
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Hex Nut, M8 x 1.25 CL 10
Conical Toothed Washer, 3/8"
Handle-Nut, 1/2"
(*Torque Spec Below)
Hex Bolt, 1/2"-13 x 1-1/2" GR 5
36546N 06-19-14
Part Numbers:
36546
90240
06167
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
300 (136 Kg)
B
Accessory Rating
Existing
weldnut.
Figure 2.
Rev. A
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05