Pro Series 97085 User Manual [en, es, fr]

2007-2010 Patriot bumper

fascia

2011 & Later Patriot and
Compass fascia To be trimmed.

Hitch Shown In Proper Position

Equipment Required:

Fastener Kit: 51085F
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.

Installation Instructions

Jeep Compass*, inc. Rallye Package

Jeep Patriot*, inc. optional tow hook

*2011 and Later Jeep Patriot and Compass

Optional tow

hook

Rallye Bumper

fascia

Vehicle frame
bushing typical

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 Distributing

Weight Carrying

Ball Mount

Wiring Access Location: SUV1, SUV2

Vehicle frame

Rail

1

3

4

1

2

4

Part Numbers:

51085
97085

Max Gross

Trailer WT (LB)

Do NOT Use With Spring Bars

3500 (1 589 Kg) 350 (159 Kg)

Max Tongue

WT (LB)

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 Qty. (2) 5/8” Conical Washer

1

Qty. (2) 5/8” Lock Washer Qty. (4) M14 x 2.0 Hex Nut

2

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 inboard 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.

Tighten all M14-2 fasteners with torque wrench to 100 Lb.-Ft. (136 N*M)

Optional tow hook

Reattach existing 10mm

bolt to bumper

3

4

Figure 1

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.

z 2011, 2012 Cequent Performance Products

Sheet 1 of 6 51085N 07/24/12 Rev. F

Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05

Installation Instructions

Part Numbers:

Jeep Compass*, inc. Rallye Package

Jeep Patriot*, inc. optional tow hook

Note 2.

Compass Rallye Package

It is necessary to trim bumper

fascia. Obtain vehicle owners

approval for cutting plastic fascia

before installing hitch!

See diagram.

Rear view of Rallye showing
section of fascia to trim out

Jeep Compass Rallye Model

51085
97085

*2011 and Later Jeep Patriot and Compass
models require fascia trimming for hitch
installation. Obtain vehicle owner approval
before cutting.

COMPASS

Shown with hitch in place.

COMPASS

Cut up to cross hatch pattern in fascia

Figure 2

Frame

Ground

Figure 4

** X (from ground to bottom of frame) must be
measured to double check placement of cut. X-5
inches is the distance measured from the ground
to the top of the fascia cut.

Center Line of
Vehicle

Fascia Tabs

Ref 2”(51mm) **

3” (76mm)

1-1/2” (38mm)

6-5/8” (168mm)

Fascia Cut Line

Fascia Tabs

Figure 3

Fascia Trimming Diagram for
2011 & Later Jeep Patriot and Compass Models

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.

z 2011, 2012 Cequent Performance Products

Sheet 2 of 6 51085N 07/24/12 Rev. F

Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05