CURT 31077 Installation Manual

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31077 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Safety glasses should be worn at all times while installing this product
.
YEARS:
2016 NISSAN
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WEIGHT CARRYING:
MAKE: STYLE:
TRAILER WEIGHT: TONGUE WEIGHT:
PRO INSTALL TIME: NOVICE INSTALL TIME:
IF YOU ARE HESITANT TO UNDERT AKE
THIS TASK ON YOUR OWN, CONTACT AN AUTHORIZED
CURT INSTALLER FOR ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE.
MIN.20 MIN.40
INSTALLATION REQUIRES:
17mm 19mm
SOCKET
9"
SOCKET
EXTENSION
RATCHET
5000
500
MODEL:
LBS. LBS.
TITAN XD TRUCK
GROSS LOAD CAPACITY WHEN USED AS A STRAIGHT LINE PULL:
INSTALLATION TIPS:
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN INSTALLATION, READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY.
2. TO EASE INSTALLATION, 2 PEOPLE MAY BE REQUIRED.
3. USING PROPER TOOLS WILL GREATLY IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF THE INSTALL AND REDUCE THE TIME REQUIRED.
4. NEED HELP OR HAVE SOME QUESTIONS? CALL TECHNICAL SUPPORT AT 800.798.0813
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY:
EASY MODERATE CHALLENGING
EASY
9,000 LBS MAX.
VEHICLE PHOTO:
TORQUE
WRENCH
19mm
SOCKET TORQUE
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WELDNUT CLEANING MAY
REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO
BE REQUIRED
HITCH ILLUSTRATION:
SAFETY
ADAPTER
PERIODICALLY CHECK THIS RECEIVER HITCH TO ENSURE ALL FASTENERS ARE TIGHT AND ALL STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS ARE SOUND
CURT Manufacturing LLC. warrants this product to be free of defects in material and/or workmanship at the time of retail purchase by the original purchaser. If the product is found to be defective, CURT Manufacturing LLC. may repair or replace the product at their option, when the product is returned, prepaid, with proof of purchase. Alteration to, misuse of, or improper installation of this product voids the warranty. CURT Manufacturing LLC.'s liability is limited to repair or replacement of products found to be defective, and specifically excludes liability for incidental or consequential loss or damage.
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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.
GLASSES
NO DRILLING REQUIRED
MAKE SURE YOUR HITCH MATCHES
12/1/2016
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INSTALLATION WALKTHROUGH:
Parts List
DESCRIPTIONPART NUMBERQTYITEM
HEX BOLTM12 - 1.25 x 50 HEX41
CONICAL TOOTHED WASHER1/242
FW, 12, ZPFW1223
.500 x 1.25 x 2.50" ROUND HOLE SPACERCM-SP5244
DRIVER SIDE FRAME RAIL
EXISITING M12 WELD
NUTS IN FRAME
(BOTH SIDES)
2
PASSENGER SIDE FRAME RAIL
3
1
1. Remove two (2) hex bolts and one (1) tow loop from bottom of each frame rail and return to vehicle owner. These will be replaced with the included M12 hardware.
NOTE:
CM-SP52 spacers will only be used for installation on
PRO4X models. For all other models, follow remaining
4
instructions disregarding use of CM-SP52 spacers.
2. Insert one (1) hex bolt, one (1) 1/2" conical toothed washer and one (1) CM-SP52 through rear end of each side plate slot. Slide hitch in over tow loop plate. Loosely insert hex bolt into forward most weldnut in each frame.
TOW LOOP (BOTH SIDES)
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INSTALLATION WALKTHROUGH:
3. Slide hitch rearward into position. Place one (1) 1/2" flat washer on top of one (1) CM-SP52 and set on top of each side plate aligned with rear most hole.
4. Insert one (1) M12 hex bolt with one (1) 1/2" conical toothed washer through side plate, CM-SP52 spacer and 1/2" flat washer into each rear most weldnut.
5. Secure all M12 fasteners with socket wrench. A 19mm end wrench may be used to secure forward most bolt.
6. Torque all M12 fasteners to 86 ft-lbs. Use a 19mm socket torque adapter to torque front bolts.
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31077 NISSAN TITAN XD
***DO NOT EXCEED VEHICLE MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDED TOWING CAPACITY * **.
FRONT MOUNTED ACCESSORIES
1) Do not exceed front axle Gross Weight Rating (GAWR). Consult owners manual or specification plate located on driver's door frame. Measure gross front axle weight by placing front wheels of loaded vehicle on a scale.
WARNING: Exceeding GAWR may overload the front axle and/or suspesion. This could result in accident, property damage and personal injury.
2) Reposition front mounted license plate if obstructed.
3) Do not obstruct vehicle lights.
4) Allow free air flow into grille opening.
5) Rear wheel traction may be reduced. This could effect handling. Reduce speed and drive with caution.
6) Accessories extend front of vehicle. This may reduce approach angle. Use caution when parking and maneuvering.
7) Do not obstruct driver view.
VEHICLE RECOVERY AND WINCHING TIPS
1) Use OEM tow hooks, recovery eyes or a clevis mount for attachment of a tow strap or winch cable.
WARNING: NEVER use a ball and/or ball mount as an anchor point for tow strap or winch cable. Severe personal injury or death could result.
2) Observe winch manufacturer's recommendations, cautions and warnings.
3) Attach return cable to tow hook or recovery eye when using a snatch block (See figure 1).
CAUTION: Do not attach return cable to winch mount. This may overload winch mount and/or front mounted receiver.
RATING
For Maximum line pull rating, winch cable must not excee d:
- 15 degree angle up or down from horizontal (See Figure 2).
- 45 degree angle left or right from straight ahead (See Figure 3).
CAUTION: Exceeding the maximum line pull rating may over load winch, winch mount, and/or front mounted receiver.
TOW HOOK OR RECOVERY EYE
CABLE DAMPING TOWELS OR JACKETS.
FIGURE 1
RETURN CABLE
SNATCH BLOCK
TREE SAVER STRAP
SOLID OBJECT
FIGURE 2
Curt Manufacturing LLC., warrants this product to be free of defects in materia l and/or workmanship at the time of retail purchase by the original purchaser. If the product is found to be defecti ve, Curt Manufacturing LLC., may repair or replace the product, at their option, when the product is returned, prepaid, with proof of purchase. Alteration to, misuse of, or improper installation of this product voids the warranty. Curt Manufacturing LLC.'s lia bility is limited to repair or replacement of products found to be defective, and specifically excludes liability for incidental or consequential loss or damage.
FIGURE 3
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31077
NISSAN TITAN XD
12/1/2016
GROSS LOAD CAPACITY WHEN USED AS A WEIGHT CARRYING HITCH: LBS. TRAILER WEIGHT & LBS. TONGUE WEIGHT.
GROSS LOAD CAPACITY WHEN USED AS A STRAIGHT LINE PULL: 9,000 LBS. MAX. LINE PULL.
WARNING: *** DO NOT EXCEED VEHICLE M ANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDED TOWING CAPACITY. ***
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HAVING INSTALLATION QUESTIONS? CALL TECHNICA L SUPPORT AT 1-877-287-8634
5,000 500
23
1/2 FLAT WASHER
TOOLS REQUIRED
17mm/19mm SOCKET
9" EXTENSION
RATCHET
19mm SOCKET TORQUE ADAPTER
TORQUE WRENCH SAFETY GLASSES
Parts List
HEX BOLTM12 - 1.25 x 50 HEX41
CONICAL TOOTHED WASHER1/2"42
FW, 12, ZP
.500 x 1.25 x 2.50" ROUND HOLE SPACERCM-SP5244
DRIVER SIDE
DESCRIPTIONPART NUMBERQTYITEM
FRAME RAIL
EXISTING M12 WELD
NUTS IN FRAME
(BOTH SIDES)
2
1
PASSENGER SIDE FRAME RAIL
3
4
HITCH WEIGHT: LBS.
INSTALL TIME
PROFESSIONAL: MINUTES
NOVICE (DIY): MINUTE S
INSTALL NOTES:
- NO DRILLING REQUIRED
- WELDNUT CLEANING
29
20
45
VEHICLE TOW LOOP (BOTH SIDES)
INSTALLATION STEPS
1. Remove two (2) hex bolts attaching tow loop and one (1) tow loop from bottom of each frame rail and return to vehicle owner. These will be replaced with the included M12 hardware.
NOTE:
CM-SP52 spacers will only be used for installation on PRO4X models. For all other models, follow remaining instructions disregarding
use of CM-SP52 spacers.
2. Insert one (1) hex bolt, one (1) 1/2" conical toothed washer and one (1) CM-SP52 through rear end of large slot in each side plate. Slide hitch in over tow loop plate. Loosely insert hex bolt into forward most weldnut in each frame.
3. Slide hitch rearward into position. Place one (1) 1/2" flat washer on top of one (1) CM-SP52 and set on top of each side plate, aligned with rear most hole.
4. Insert one (1) M12 hex bolt with one (1) 1/2" conical toothed washer through side plate, CM-SP52 spacer and 1/2" flat washer into each rear most weldnut.
5. Secure all M12 fasteners with socket wrench. A 19mm end wrench may be used to secure forward most bolt.
6. Torque all M12 fasteners to 86 ft-lbs. Use a 19mm socket torque adapter to torque front bolts.
PERIODICALLY CHECK THIS RECEIVER HITCH TO ENSURE THAT ALL FASTENERS
ARE TIGHT AND THAT ALL STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS ARE SOUND.
CURT Manufacturing LLC., warrants this product to be free of defects in material and/or workmanship at the time of retail purchase by the original purchaser.
Scan
If the product is found to be defective, CURT Manufacturing LLC., may repair or replace the product, at their option, when the product is returned, prepaid,
for more
with proof of purchase. Alteration to, misuse of, or improper installation of this product voids the warranty. CURT Manufacturing LLC.'s liability is limited to
information
repair or replacement of products found to be defective, and specifically excludes liability for inciden tal or consequential loss or damage. 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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31077 NISSAN TITAN XD
***DO NOT EXCEED VEHICLE MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDED TOWING CAPACITY ***.
FRONT MOUNTED ACCESSORIES
1) Do not exceed front axle Gross Weight Rating (GAWR). Consult owners manual or specification plate located on driver's door frame. Measure gross front axle weight by placing front wheels of loaded vehicle on a scale.
WARNING: Exceeding GAWR may overload the front axle and/or suspension. This could result in accident, property damage and personal injury.
2) Reposition front mounted license plate if obstructed.
3) Do not obstruct vehicle lights.
4) Allow free air flow into grille opening.
5) Rear wheel traction may be reduced. This could effect handling. Reduce speed and drive with caution.
6) Accessories extend front of vehicle. This may reduce approach angle. Use caution when parking and maneuvering.
7) Do not obstruct driver view.
VEHICLE RECOVERY AND WINCHING TIPS
1) Use OEM tow hooks, recovery eyes or a clevis mount for attachment of a tow strap or winch cable.
WARNING: NEVER use a ball and/or ball mount as an anchor point for tow strap or winch cable. Severe personal injury or death could result.
2) Observe winch manufacturer's recommendations, cautions and warnings.
3) Attach return cable to tow hook o r recovery eye when using a snatch block (See figure 1).
CAUTION: Do not attach return cable to winch mount. This may overload winch mount and/or front mounted receiver.
CABLE DAMPING TOWELS OR JACKETS.
RETURN CABLE
SNATCH BLOCK
TOW HOOK OR RECOVERY EYE
FIGURE 1
RATING
For Maximum line pull rating, winch cable must not exceed:
- 15 degree angle up or down from horizontal (See Figure 2).
- 45 degree angle left or right from straight ahead (See Figure 3).
CAUTION: Exceeding the maximum line pull rating may over load winch, winch mount, and/or front mounted receiver.
TREE SAVER STRAP
SOLID OBJECT
FIGURE 2
CURT Manufacturing LLC., warrants this product to be free of defects in material and/or workmanship at the time of retail purchase by the original purchaser. If the product is found to be defective, CURT Manufacturing LLC., may repair or replace the product, at their option, when the product is returned, prepaid, with proof of purchase. Alteration to, misuse of, or improper installation of this product voids the warranty. CURT Manufacturing LLC.'s liability is limited to repair or replacement of products found to be defective, and specifically excludes liability for incidental or consequential loss or damage.
FIGURE 3
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