Reese 45299 User Manual [en, es, fr]

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NOTE;
WITH THIS HITCH INSTALLED
THE STEP BUMPER IS NO LONGER ABLE
TO BE USED AS A TOWING POINT.

Installation Instructions

Dodge 2500/3500 Pickup

Must have pick-up chassis
Spring mount (as shown
above the frame).

Hitch type

Bumper

Weight Distributing

Weight Carrying

Ball Mount

Part Numbers:

45299

Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle

Manufacturer’s Rating or

Max Gross

Trailer WT (LB)

18000 (8172 kg) 2500 (1135 kg)

18000 (8172kg) 2000 (908 kg)

Max Tongue

WT (LB)

Hitch Shown In Proper Position

Equipment Required: WOOD BLOCKS

Fastener Kit: 45299F
Wrenches: m16,m18,m21, 3/8”
Drill Bits: 9/16”

EXISTING
M14 BOLTS

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2010 MODEL
EXISTING
BUMPER
CORNER
BRACE

BUMPER

ATTACHMENT

(NOT REQUIRED ON 03-09)

2010 – CURRENT

MODEL

ATTACHMENT

10

CENTER BUMPER
ATTACHMENT

BED ATTACHMENT
HOLE

#4

#3

LONG BED
FRAME

DRILL ONE HOLE

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Wiring Access Location: PU3, PU4

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SHORT BED
FRAME

DRILL 2
HOLES

03-09 MODEL
EXISTING
BUMPER
CORNER
BRACE

EXISTING M14 HANDLE NUT (03-09 MODEL)

M14 FLANGED NUT (2010 MODEL)

VIBRATION DAMPENER

(ON CERTAIN MODELS ONLY)

FIGURE 1

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Tighten M12 hitch fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)

Tighten M14 and 1/2” fasteners with torque wrench to 100 Lb.-Ft. (136 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.

© 2010, 2011 Cequent Performance Products

Qty. (4) HEX NUT – M14 X 2.00
Qty. (4) CONICAL WASHER – 5/8”
Qty. (6) HEX NUT – M12 X 1.75

Qty. (14) CONICAL WASHER – 1/2”

Qty. (4) CARRIAGE BOLT – 1/2”-13 X 1-3/4” GR 8

TOP HOLE – BUMPER
ATTACHMENT

Qty. (2) BLOCK – 1-1/2 X 3-1/2 X 1/4”

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Qty. (4) HEX NUT – ½-13 GR 2H

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Qty. (2) FISH WIRE – 1/2”

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Qty. (4) HEX BOLT – M12 X 1.75 X 45mm CL 10.9

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Qty. (3) BLOCK – SPACER 1/2 X 1-1/2 X 5-3/4

Tighten M12 bed fasteners with torque wrench to 85 Lb.-Ft. (115 N*M)

Tighten all M10 fasteners with torque wrench to 42 Lb.-Ft. (57 N*M)

Sheet 1 of 6 45299N 12-9-11 Rev. B

2003-09 MODEL
ATTACHMENT

Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05

EXISTING
M12 BOLTS

BOSS

Installation Instructions

Dodge 2500/3500 Pickup

Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle

Hitch type

Weight Distributing

Weight Carrying

Ball Mount

TAB / SLOT

Manufacturer’s Rating or

Max Gross

Trailer WT (LB)

18000 (8172 kg) 2500 (1135 kg)

18000 (8172kg) 2000 (908 kg)

Part Numbers:

45299

Max Tongue

WT (LB)

BUMPER
ALIGNMENT PEG

FRAME RAIL
BUMPER
ATTACHMENT

Figure 2

(2003-2009 model shown)

1. Lower spare tire for ease of installation.

2. Remove 6 of the rear most bed attachment bolts. These can be accessed thru large holes in bottom of frame or suspension mounts.
Leave the two forward most bed bolts tight. (Total of eight bed bolts)

3. Raise back of bed up and place a 2” thick wooden block between frame and #3 bed attachment location.

4. Remove license plate to access two bolts for next step.

5. Protect and then remove the bumper by removing 6 to12 bolts (depending on model year).

• (03-09) Two M12 bolts and one M14 bolt from the inner bumper corner brace to the bumper / hitch attachment - per side.

• (03-09) One M12 bolt from the frame rail bumper attachment to the bumper – per side.

• (2010) Two M12 bolt from the frame rail bumper attachment to the bumper – per side.

• (all years) Two M12 bolt at the license plate area – uncovered in step 4.

6. Set bumper aside for re-installation later.

7. Remove the bumper / hitch structure.

• (03-09) Remove the last two M14 bolts at the frame rail.

• (2010) Remove three M14 bolts at the frame rail.

• The structure will need to be rotated up and pulled back to clear boss and tab / slot engagements. See figure 2.

8. Lower bed and reinstall the bed bolts.

9. Raise hitch into position and use two forward most M14 bolt (2 per side) to hold it in place.

10. Using the hitch as a template, mark and drill 9/16” holes in bottom of frame.

11. Fish wire the ½” carriage bolts and block into place thru the end of the frame. Attach 1/2” washers and nuts finger tight.

12. If equipped, remove the vibration dampener from OEM unit and install on this unit (as shown in figure 1).

13. To ease the installation of the bumper, loosen the two bolts per side at the inner and outer corner brace (03-09 model only).

14. Raise bumper into position and attach with bolts from step 5.

15. Install the remaining fasteners per figure 1.

16. Measure the gap between bumper and tail gate and adjust for even gap. Tighten fasteners.

17. Raise spare tire.

18. Give the OEM bumper / hitch structure to customer in case hitch is removed.

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.

© 2010, 2011 Cequent Performance Products

EXISTING BUMPER / HITCH
STRUCTURE

FRAME RAIL

Sheet 2 of 6 45299N 12-9-11 Rev. B

Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05