Reese 44531 User Manual [en, es, fr]

Vehicle Bumper

Plastic Fascia

Hitch Shown In Proper Position

Equipment Required: Utility Knife

Fastener Kit: 75371F or 87403F Wrenches: 8mm, 10mm, 18mm, 11/16”, T-20 Drill Bits: ½”

C-Clamps

Installation Instructions

BMW X3

Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle

Hitch type

Weight Distributing

Weight Carrying

Ball Mount

Manufacturer’s Rating or

Max Gross

Trailer WT (LB)

Part Numbers:

75371 44531 87403

Max Tongue

WT (LB)

400 (182 Kg)4,000 (1816 Kg)

350 159 Kg)3,500 (1589 Kg)

Access Door

FIGURE 1

NOTE: Consult with owner before trimming fascia.

1. Remove rear fascia as shown in Figure 1

2. Trim the fascia.

a. On 2004 and 2005 models, remove access door from bottom of fascia and return to vehicle owner. b. Open tail gate, remove corner trim pieces, and remove 2 screws, 1 on each side. c. Remove 2 screws inside each wheel well. Pull wheel well plastic away from fascia and remove 3 more screws, each

side. d. Remove 1 screw and 2 plastic nuts from bottom of fascia. e. Carefully pull fascia straight back to remove.

a. 2004 and 2005 Models: trim inner fascia as shown in Figure 2A

door. Trimming of the outer fascia is not required. b. 2006 Models: trim the outer and inner fascia as shown in Figure 2B

bracket, use the 9-1/2” wide profile. When installing a hitch without an electrical bracket, use the 6-1/2” wide profile. In

both cases, measure about the fascia centerline as shown. c. On newer models more extensive inner fascia trimming required for proper fit. As shown in Figure 5.

FIGURE 2A

2004 and 2005 Models

FIGURE 2B

2006 Models

Hitch With

Electrical Bracket

Hitch Without

Electrical Bracket

. Trim the inner fascia to same profile as the access

. When installing a hitch that has an electrical

Trim Here

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 2005, 2007, 2008 Cequent Towing Products

Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05

Rev. D6-10-0875371NSheet 1 of 6

Vehicle Bumper

Installation Instructions

BMW X3

Part Numbers:

75371 44531 87403

FIGURE 3

ENLARGED VIEW

Drill Bumper Here

Bumper Bracket

Hitch

Vehicle Bumper

Threaded Hole

FIGURE 5

Existing M12 Nuts 4 Places

FIGURE 4

On newer models more extensive inner fascia trimming required for proper fit. See Enlarged View.

3. Remove bumper by removing 2 nuts each side, which secure bumper to rear vehicle panel. Retain nuts for hitch/bumper installation.

4. Clamp the hitch and the bumper to each other off of the vehicle. Align the mounting holes on the hitch and the bumper, as shown in Figure 3 using the holes in the bumper bracket as a template.

5. Feed the u-bolt through the bumper bracket and the bumper. Fasten in place as shown in Figure 3

6. Raise hitch and bumper into position as shown in Figure 4, sandwiching hitch between vehicle end panel and bumper. Attach using 4 nuts removed in Step 3.

7. Reinstall fascia.

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.

U-bolt, 3/8”Qty. (1)

Conical Washer, 3/8”Qty. (2)

. Make sure that the threaded hole in the bumper is on the passenger side. Drill two holes in the bumper,

Tighten all 3/8-16 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 30 Lb.-Ft (41 N-m).

Tighten all M12 CL8.8 fasteners with torque wrench to 68 Lb.-Ft (92 N-m).

z 2005, 2007, 2008 Cequent Towing Products

Lockwasher, 3/8”Qty. (2)

Hex nut 3/8”Qty. (2)

, finger tight.

Rev. D6-10-0875371NSheet 2 of 6

Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05

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