Reese SW16K User Manual

PIN BOX SHOWN ASSEMBLED

Equipment Required:

Fastener Kit: ST100F

Wrenches: 15/16”, 1 1/8”

Drill Bits: Not Required

White Lithium Grease, Torque Wrench

Installation Instructions

16K Sidewinder

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DEALER/INSTALLER:

(1) Provide this Manual to end user

END USER:

(1) Read and follow this Manual every time you use Sidewinder.

(2) Save this Manual for Future Reference.

(3) Pass on copies of Manual to any other users or owner.

Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle Manufacturer’s Rating,

Trailer Manufacturer’s Rating or

Max Gross

Trailer WT (LB)

SW16K, ST100-SW16K. ST200-SW16K,
ST300-SW16K, ST400-SW16K, ST500­SW16K, ST100-SW16KPOE*, ST200­SW16KPOE*, ST400-SW16KPOE*

* = Pre-Assembled

Part Numbers:

Max Pin

WT (LB)

3,200 LB16,000 LB

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8888

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*Custom Wedges are available for most fifth wheel hitch applications, to order a custom
wedge kit, see your RV Dealer or contact CPP Technical Service: 1-888-521-0510.
**Included on OEM installed units only.

INDEX

1. GUIDELINES FOR MATCHING TOW VEHICLE AND TRAILER P. 2-3

2. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS P. 4-6

3. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS P. 6-10

4. WEDGE ADJUSTMENT/SELECTION P. 7-8

5. HITCHING PROCEDURE, P. 9-11

PULL TEST, UNHITCHING PROCEDURE

6. BEFORE EACH TRIP P. 11

7. MAINTENANCE P. 11

7. NOTES P. 12

8. 5 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY P. 12

Turret (ST100, ST200, ST300, ST400, or ST500)Qty. (1)

Wear PlateQty. (1)

16K Sidewinder

Universal Wedge*Qty. (1)

5/8” Lock WasherQty. (6)

Wedge Bolt, 5/8”-11 X 1 3/4” Grade 5 Hex Bolt

Cap Bolt, 5/8” – 11 X 2” Grade 8 Hex Bolt

3/4” – 10 Hex Nut**

3/4” Lock Washer**

3/4“ Flat Washer**Qty. (4)

Outer CapQty. (1)

Upper Wear DiscQty. (1)

Pivot BushingQty. (1)

Convertible Bolts, 3/4” – 10 X 5 ½” ** Qty. (2)

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Failure to follow all of these instructions may result in death or serious injury!

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WARNING:

Rev. A02-11-09SW16KNSheet 1 of 12

Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05

Installation Instructions

16K Sidewinder

GUIDELINES FOR MATCHING TOW VEHICLE AND TRAILER

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WARNING:

Failure to check and follow tow ratings could result in tow vehicle damage or truck

and trailer separation while towing.

•Trailer and its contents together must not exceed truck, hitch and/or trailer tow ratings.

•Towing vehicle must have a manufacturer’s rated towing capacity equal to or greater than

the gross trailer weight (dry weight of the trailer plus payload of the trailer). (See Fig. 2)

•Gross weight of trailer must not exceed 16,000 pounds for this product.

•King pin weight must not exceed 3,200 pounds (See Fig. 3). If in doubt have king pin weight

measured by qualified facility.

1. Check Tow Ratings:

Vehicle Tow Rating: ________________.

16K Sidewinder Pin Box Rating:________________.

Gross Trailer Weight (Figure 2):________________.

*Trailer weight should be the lowest of these recorded ratings for safe towing conditions.

2. The Sidewinder™ pin box is designed for a maximum of 20% Gross Trailer Weight on the pin (Pin Weight). See Fig. 3

16,000 lbs.

FACTORY TRAILER + FULL
WATER TANKS + CARGO, ETC.
= GROSS TRAILER WEIGHT

Figure 2

Figure 3

20% MAX. GROSS

TRAILER WEIGHT

(PIN WEIGHT)

3. Trucks & RV Trailers come in many different configurations; Installations of 5thWheel Hitches often vary by installer, it is
necessary to check the clearances in figures 4 & 5 before hook up and towing with Sidewinder™.

Measure Distance “A”: From Center of Sidewinder™ pivot to farthest point on coach front cap.

Measure Distance “X”: From King Pin to the rear of the truck cab.

If Distance “X” + 24” is Greater Than Distance “A” Towing up to 90º or More is possible.

80% GROSS

TRAILER WEIGHT

Figure 4

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Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05

Installation Instructions

16K Sidewinder

GUIDELINES FOR MATCHING TOW VEHICLE AND TRAILER – CON’T

CAUTION: A minimum clearance between the bumper and trailer (Measured at the same height) of 2 ft. is
recommended. Due to Vehicle and RV Trailer variations; it is necessary to check this clearance. If the clearance is
less than the minimum, this can be done after installation by making a slow turn, in a controlled driving environment
(i.e. closed parking lot, grass field, etc.) with the aid of an observer to watch for interference.

4. The Height of the hitch and pin box should be adjusted so the trailer is approximately level as it is towed. Allow

approximately 6 in. clearance between the top of the bed and the underside of the front of the trailer for pitch and yaw

of the trailer (See Figure 6). For off-road use allow more clearance between pickup walls and trailer.

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Figure 5

Figure 6

CAUTION:

The Measurements in figures 4, 5 & 6 are guidelines, If your measurements are close to these numbers, re-check clearances.

If vehicle and/or trailer has any added bed vanity accessories (i.e. fairings, air dams, ground effects, bed rails, etc.)
additional dimensioning and clearance checks have to be made. CPP is not responsible for damage incurred due to
disregarding these clearance checks.

WARNING:

• Cequent Performance Products does not recommend the use of a Sidewinder™ or 5thAirborne Sidewinder™

with the Curt Q5 Fifth Wheel Hitch.

• B&W 5thWheel Hitches may only be used with a Sidewinder™ or 5thAirborne SidewinderTMif hardware is

added to the bed of the truck and the 5thWheel Hitch which may void the B&W warranty.

• The Reese Trail Boss 5thWheel Head, part number 30050 is not compatible with any SidewinderTMproducts.

• Do not use a lube plate with Sidewinder™ & 5thAirborne Sidewinder™

WARNING:
Avoid putting any part of your body under the trailer or between the truck and trailer. Unexpected or
accidental movement of the truck or the trailer can cause serious injury or death

•If you must place any part of your body under the trailer or between the truck and trailer you MUST
perform ALL of the following steps:

•Check that the truck transmission is in park

•Check that the emergency brake is set

•Block in front of and behind all trailer tires

•Check that the trailer landing gear are resting on firm ground

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Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05

Installation Instructions

uring pivot. (Figure 9)

16K Sidewinder

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS – For Pre-Assembled OEM Models use this section as a point of reference.

1. Before removing the original pin box, take note of the number of bolts used attaching the existing pin box to the

mounting wing set. Cequent Performance Products recommends using at least the same number of bolts upon

installation as removed from the original pin box. (Figure 7)

Mounting Wing Set

Figure 7

2. Check all boxes for all components listed in figure 1.

3. Remove the existing pin box, taking care to remove any necessary wiring and/or break away switch if attached to the

pin box. (If removed, the break away switch must be reinstalled after installation is complete)

4. Install the turret inside the mounting wings (Figure 8). Cequent Performance Products recommends replacing the

mounting bolts, nuts, and lock washers with the same size & grade as the bolts removed from the original pin box.

Torque all bolts to the proper value listed in table 1.

Bolt Diameter Torque

90 ft-lbs1/2” Bolts GR5

150 ft-lbs5/8” Bolts GR5

275 ft-lbs3/4” Bolts GR5

Table 1

Lowest Point on Wings

Bottom of Turret

Figure 8

Note: Installing the front bolts first may ease alignment.

Figure 9

CAUTION: The bottom of the turret must extend below the lowest point on the wings to allow the arm to clear d

4. Install pivot bushing into the turret as shown in figure 10. Applying white lithium grease to the inner tube of the turret may

ease assembly. Install wear plate onto sidewinder arm (Figure 11), be sure to place the chamfer facing down

(Figure 12). Apply white lithium grease to the surfaces shown in figure 13, be sure to coat the entire surface.

Figure 11

Apply White

Lithium Grease

Figure 13

Figure 10 Figure 12

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The chamfer on the wear plate Must face down as shown

Rev. A02-11-09SW16KINSheet 4 of 12

Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05