Reese 44006 User Manual

SERIES 51®

Equipment Required: Pull Wire (Provided)

Fastener Kit: 44253

Wrenches: 19mm, 3/4,

Drill Bits: 1/2”

Installation Instructions

Dodge Caravan

Plymouth Voyager

Chrysler Town & Country

Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle

Hitch type

Weight Distributing

Weight Carrying

Ball Mount

Wiring Access Location: SUV1, SUV2

Warning: Do Not lubricate threads, bolt failure

Warning: Do Not drill or weld to this hitch.

Note: Blocks to be positioned between frame and bracket on both sides on 2001 models or newer only.

Part Numbers:

51062 44006

Manufacturer’s Rating or

Max Gross

Trailer WT (LB)

may occur due to over tightening.

Max Tongue

400 (182 Kg)3500 (1589 Kg)

350 (159 Kg)3500 (1589 Kg)

1 2

WT (LB)

Note: Fasteners typical both sides.

Important notes

Use only Towing Products supplied or approved bolts, locknuts, and washers to install this hitch.

1. Remove the two 12mm bolts from the bottom rear of the frame. Repeat for the other side. Retain the bolts.

2. Hold the hitch up to the frame and reinstall the bolts through the two rear holes in the brackets and into the frame. See the diagram and note above.

3. Using the remaining hole in the bracket as a guide, drill a 1/2" hole into the frame. Repeat for the other side.

4. Push the coil end of the pull wire through the hole that was drilled and bring it out the end of the frame. Place a block over the wire and screw a 1/2" carriage bolt onto the wire. Pull these down through the hole in the frame and the bracket. See the diagram. Repeat for the other side. Install 1/2" flat washers, lock washers, and nuts on the bolts.

5. Torque all fasteners to the specification listed

Carriage Bolt 1/2-13 X 2.00Qty. (2)

BlockQty. (8)

Flat Washer 1/2Qty. (2)

Existing 12mm bolts

Lock Washer 1/2Qty. (2)

Hex Nut 1/2-13Qty. (2)

3 4 5

Tighten all M12 fasteners with torque wrench to 70 Lb.-Ft. (95 N*M)

Tighten all 1/2-13 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)

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 2002, 2006 Cequent Towing Products

Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05

Rev. E6-27-0644006INSheet 1 of 1