Reese 44088 User Manual
SERIES 51®
Frame rail
Installation Instructions
Jeep Cherokee
Part Numbers:
51001
Jeep Wagoneer (Downsized Model)
Fascia
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
44088
Manufacturer’s Rating or
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required: Chisel, Pullwire (provided)
Fastener Kit: 51001-051
Wrenches: 18mm, 3/4, 13/16, 7/8
Drill Bits: None
Impact bar
Hitch type
Weight Distributing
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
Trailer WT (LB)
Wiring Access Location: SUV1, SUV2
Max Gross
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
500 (227 Kg)5000 (2270 Kg)
300 (136 Kg)3500 (1589 Kg)
Frame
See Figures 2, 3, 4 & 5 for
Frame rail
proper fastener combinations
Kink pullwire
to keep block
independent
of bolt
Example of Pullwire Procedure
Figure 1.
Note: Five (5) installation options are possible depending on vehicle configuration refer to Figures 2, 3, 4 and 5.
1. Remove all but a thin layer of undercoating from attaching surfaces. Also, grind or chisel off small aluminum rivet heads if present on attaching
surfaces. This will ensure side brackets will sit flat against the frame.
2. Option A
1996 and earlier vehicles equipped with frame mounted, closed sides, steel skid shield.
A. Remove rear skid shield mounting bolt and loosen the forward skid shield mounting bolt, each side so that the skid shield is lowered about 1/4”.
Note: DO NOT REMOVE
B. Raise hitch into position, putting the receiver flange between the frame and the skid shield.
C. Install four (4) M12 bolts with lock washers provided (the rearmost attachment has a hardened flat washer between receiver flange and lock
D. At this time, remove forward skid shield mounting bolts. Place two (2) 1/2” flat washers as spacers between frame and skid shield and reinstall
Option B
1997 and later vehicles equipped with frame mounted, closed sided, steel skid shield:
A. Remove the rear skid shield bolts on each side. Drill hole thru skid shield being careful not to damage weldnut in frame.
B. Raise hitch into position placing the hitch over the skid shield flanges.
C. Install four (4) M12 bolts with conical washers provided (the rearmost attachment has a hardened flat washer between receiver flange and lock
Option C
Vehicles equipped with frame mounted tow hook on driver’s side:
A. Remove tow hook and tow hook bracket; Return component to vehicle owner. Mount driver’s side of receiver using M12 bolts as shown in
Option D
Vehicles not equipped with frame mounted, closed sided, steel skid shield or frame mounted tow hook:
A. Using pullwire feed 1/4 X 1-1/2 X 2 blocks (Item 9 & 10) and carriage bolts through end of frame and into existing holes. Raise hitch into position
Option E
Vehicles with passenger side exhaust hanger studs;
A. Remove (2) nuts from exhaust hanger . Rubber hanger in front of rear axel can be detached to allow exhaust pipe to drop further.
B. Install hitch using M12 bolts to existing weld nuts or 1/2-13 bolts with blocks to open holes as shown.
C. Attach exhaust hanger to studs with original nuts.
Note
: Use pullwire to feed blocks through end of frame in orientation shown in Figure 4. Removal of bumper (4 bolts per side) may ease process.
3. Install all remaining fasteners as shown.
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.
– See Figure 2.
forward mounting bolt at this time or skid shield will come off:
washer). Each side as shown is Figure 1.
existing M12 fastener.
– See Figure 5
washers), each side as shown in Figure 5.
– See Figures 2 & 3
Figure 1. Mount passenger side of receiver as shown in Figure 3.
– See Figure 3
and attach per Figure 3.
– See Figure 4
Tighten 1/2 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
Tighten 1/2 Handle Nut fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 N*M)
Tighten M12 CL 8.8 fasteners with torque wrench to 68 Lb.-Ft. (92 N*M)
z 2001, 2002, 2006 Cequent Towing Products
Rev. B8-15-06N51001Sheet 1 of 2
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
Closed sided steel skid shield
1996 and earlier vehicles
Figure 2
Option A
Option B Driver’s side
only
Frame rail
Used as spacers
Existing M12
bolt
Existing weld nut bar both sides
with closed sided skid shield.
Existing driver’s side only with
tow hook.
11
7
2
2
2
1
9
6
1
6
1
9
6
5
6
Frame rail
Figure 3
Option C Passenger only
Option D
1
2
3
4
Carriage Bolt 1/2-13 X 1.75Qty. (6)
Conical Washer 1/2Qty. (6)
Hex Nut 1/2-13Qty. (6)
Hex Bolt 1/2-13 X 1.50Qty. (2)
5
6
Hex Bolt M12 X 1.75 X 40Qty. (8)
Figure 4
Viewed from under vehicle
looking up
2
2
3
2
3
3
Passenger’s side
frame rail
5
4
Rear
of
vehicle
7
8
9
11
Driver’s side
frame rail
8
Insert through end of frame. Note: Leave
pullwires attached to carriage bolts until lock
washers and nuts are installed. This will
allow bolts to be pulled through receiver after
receiver is positioned around fuel tank.
Flat Washer (Hardened)Qty. (2)
Nut Assy-Handle 1/2-13Qty. (2)
Block 1/4 X 1-1/2 X 2Qty. (4)
Block 1/4 X 1-1/2Qty. (2)
Flat Washer 1/2 (Used as a Spacer)Qty. (4)Lock Washer 1/2Qty. (2)
Option D –
Exhaust hanger
8
stud and nut. Typical
Option E –
Exhaust hanger
stud and nut. Typical
9
Typical
Note: Proper orientation of blocks is
necessary to insure fastener alignment
Frame rail
Note: Closed sided steel skid
shield is between frame rail
and receiver.
Closed sided steel
skid shield 1997
and later vehicles
Existing M12 bolt
DO NOT REMOVE
Figure 5
Option B
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 2001, 2002, 2006 Cequent Towing Products
Skid shield must be drilled.
Do Not damage weldnut
2
6
2
6
2
6
5
6
Existing weld nut bar both sides
with closed skid shield.
7
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05
Rev. B8-15-06N51001Sheet 2 of 2
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