Reese 44607 PROFESSIONAL RECEIVER - Manual

Installation Instructions
Subaru Forester
Part Numbers:
87493
75650
44607
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Wiring Access Location: SUV8
Equipment Required: Metal File
Wrenches: ¾”, 10mm
Drill Bits: ½”, 3/8”
1. Lower exhaust by disconnecting (5) rubber exhaust hangers from hanger brackets.
2. Remove forwardmost heat shield screw from each frame rail and discard.
Note: When hitch is installed, heat shield will be sandwiched between frame rail and hitch
3. Remove (2) plastic plugs from existing holes in each frame rail as shown above in Figure 1 and discard.
4. Use 3/8” drill and file to modify forwardmost hole in each frame rail, as shown in Figure 2, to allow fishwiring of spacers and carriage bolts.
5. Fishwire spacer and 7/16” carriage bolt thru access hole modified in Step 4 and down thru center hole in each frame rail (see figure 3). Insert
remaining blocks and ½” carriage bolts into access holes and drop back down thru holes, making sure blocks span both sides of hole (see
Figure 4).
6. Raise hitch into position, being careful not to push fasteners into frame, and secure with conical washers and nuts.
Tighten ½-13 GR5 fasteners to 75 lb.-ft. (102 N*M)
Tighten 7/16-14 GR5 fasteners to 50 lb.-ft. (68 N*M)
7. Raise exhaust back into position and reattach exhaust hangers disconnected in step 1.
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Qty. (2) Carriage Bolt – ½-13 x 1.75 GR5
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Qty. (2) Hex Nut – ½-13
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Spacer–¼ x 1 x 3 (Square hole for ½” Carriage
Bolt)
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Qty. (2) Conical Washer – 7/16”
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Qty. (2) Carriage Bolt – 7/16-14 X 1.75 GR5
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Qty. (2) Hex Nut – 7/16-14
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Spacer–¼ x 1 x 3 (Square hole for 7/16” Carriage
Bolt)
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Qty. (2) Pull wire – ½”
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Qty. (2) Conical Washer – ½”
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Qty. (2) Pull wire – 7/16”
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.
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
Fastener Kit: 75650F
Form F206 Rev A 5605
Remove plastic plugs
From existing holes
Both sides
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3/8” dia. Drilled holes
Figure 2
Access hole modification to allow
fishwiring of block and carriage bolt
Modify this hole - both
sides to allow fishwiring-
See figure 2
Figure 3
Kink pull wire to keep
Spacer independent of bolt
Existing 7/8”
Diameter hole
in frame
Fascia
A. Insert bolt and
Block into frame
B. Align block on
access hole
C. Pull bolt thru
block
Figure 4
Fishwiring Procedure
Figure 1
Hitch type
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
Weight Distributing Not For Use With Spring Bars
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
4000 (1815 Kg) 600 (272 Kg)