Cequent Performance Products CQT76046 User manual

Cequent™Performance Products, Inc.
www.cequentgroup.com
Technical Assistance: 800-632-3290
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Installation Instructions
PART NUMBER: CQT76046
©2016 Cequent™ Performance Products, Inc. - Printed in Mexico Sheet 1 of 3 76046N 4-27-16 Rev. A
To prevent SERIOUS INJURY, DEATH or PROPERTY DAMAGE:
•ALWAYS read, understand and follow warnings and instructions
for your hitch BEFORE installation. Keep for future reference.
•DO NOT cut, weld or modify this receiver.
•CHECK all fasteners are tight and your hitch is securely mounted
to your vehicle periodically.
•ALWAYS read, understand and follow all warnings and
instructions for your vehicle and for other accessories you will use
with your hitch BEFORE use.
•LOAD the trailer heavier in front.
•DO NOT exceed lower of towing vehicle manufacturer’s rating or:
•ALWAYS wear your seatbelt.
•SLOW DOWN when towing, NEVER exceed any posted speed limit.
•If EXCESS SWAY occurs, take your foot off the gas pedal and hold
the steering wheel as steady as possible. DO NOT apply your
brakes and DO NOT speed up.
Hitch Type Max
Gross Trailer
Weight
Max Tongue
Weight
Weight Carrying 4500 lb. (2043 kg) 675 lb. (306 kg)
Weight Distributing 5000 lb. (2270 kg) 675 lb. (306 kg)
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LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
1. Limited Lifetime Warranty (“Warranty”).Cequent Performance Products, Inc. ("We",
“Us” or “Our”) warrants to the original consumer purchaser only ("You" or “Your”) that the
product will be free from material defects in both material and workmanship, ordinary wear
and tear excepted. The Warranty is valid only if (a) the products are returned to Us for
inspection and testing; (b) Our inspection discloses to Our satisfaction that any alleged
nonconformance are material and have not been caused by misuse, neglect, wear and tear,
improper installation, unsuitable storage, improper repair, alteration, or accident; and (c) the
products were installed, maintained and used in accordance with Our instructions. THE
WARRANTY IS MADE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED (OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY OF TITLE AS PROVIDED BY THE
UNIFORM COMMERCIAL CODE IN EFFECT IN MICHIGAN), INCLUDING
WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SAID WARRANTIES BEING EXPRESSLY
DISCLAIMED.
2. Obligations of Purchaser. To make a Warranty claim, contact Us at our principal address of
47912 Halyard Drive, Suite 100, Plymouth, MI 48170, 1-800-632-3290, identify the product
by model number, and follow the claim instructions that will be provided. Any returned
product that is replaced by Us becomes our property. You may be responsible for return
shipping costs. Please retain your purchase receipt to verify date of purchase and that You
are the original consumer purchaser. The product and the purchase receipt must be provided
to Us in order to process Your Warranty claim.
3. Exclusive Remedy. Product replacement is Your sole and exclusive remedy under this
Warranty. We shall not be liable for service or labor charges incurred in removing or
replacing a product. IN NO EVENT WILL WE BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INDIRECT,
SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES.
4. Assumption of Risk. You acknowledge and agree that any use of the product for any
purpose other than the specified use(s) stated in the product instructions is at Your own risk.
5. Governing Law. This Warranty gives You specific legal rights, and You also may have
other rights which vary from state to state. This Warranty is governed by the laws of the
State of Michigan, without regard to rules pertaining to conflicts of law. The state courts
located in Oakland County, Michigan shall have exclusive jurisdiction for any disputes
relating to this Warranty.
Rev 9/2014

Cequent™Performance Products, Inc.
www.cequentgroup.com
Technical Assistance: 800-632-3290
[e-mail]
Applications:
Years Make Models
2017-Current* Chrysler Pacifica
*Visit our website for the most up to date
information regarding application years
and trim levels.
Equipment Required:
Ratchet Torque
Wrench
Safety
Glasses Socket
DO NOT EXCEED LOWER OF TOWING VEHICLE
MANUFACTURER’S RATING OR:
Hitch Type Max Gross Trailer Weight Max Tongue Weight
Weight Carrying 4500 lb. (2043 kg) 675 lb. (306 kg)
Weight Distributing
5000 lb. (2270 kg) 675 lb. (306 kg)
Representative Vehicle Photo
©2016 Cequent™ Performance Products, Inc. - Printed in Mexico Sheet 2 of 3 76046N 4-27-16 Rev. A
Installation Time: 45 min.
The time listed above is the average time
for professional installers. If you do not
feel comfortable performing this
installation on your own or are in need of
assistance, please contact a professional
installer.
Hitch Illustration
Front of
Vehicle
6’’ Socket
Extension
Flat
Head Screw
Driver
Installation Instructions
PART NUMBER: CQT76046
7/8’’
8mm
10mm
Exhaust
Removal
Pliers
Tin
Snips

Always wear SAFETY GLASSES
when installing hitch
Fastener Kit: 76046F
①Qty. (6) Carriage Bolt
½”-13 x 1.75 Gr8
②Qty. (6) Conical washer
1/2 ’’
l
Qty. (2) Block
1/4 ’’ x 1” x 3”
m
Qty. (6) Hex Nut
½”-13 Gr8
n
Qty. (4) Block
1/4 ’’ x 1” x 2”
o
Qty. (6) Pull wire
½”
Installation Instructions
PART NUMBER: CQT76046
©2016 Cequent™ Performance Products, Inc. - Printed in Mexico Sheet 3 of 3 76046N 4-27-16 Rev. A
1. Remove Underbody Panel –Remove (9) M8 fasteners and (5) M10 nuts and (2) plastic push-on fasteners (unscrew with standard screwdriver while pulling down on panel). Set the panel aside.
2. Lower exhaust –Pry off (2) rearmost rubber exhaust hangers using exhaust removal pliers or other suitable tool (spray with soapy water to make this easier). Be sure to support exhaust system to prevent
damage.
3. Remove Heat Shield –Remove the (2) remaining M10 nuts (one nut is above the muffler). Set the heat shield aside.
4. Fishwire rearward bolts - Using the fishwire method (Figure 4) install the carriage bolts and 2” long blocks through the access hole and into the rearward attachment holes, be careful the blocks are not
overlapping each other, leave pullwires attached.
5. Fishwire forward bolts - Using the reverse fishwire method (Figure 5) install the carriage bolts and 3” long blocks into the forward attachment holes, leave pullwires attached.
6. Install hitch - Raise hitch into position, passenger side first over the muffler, guide the fishwire ends through the attachment holes, remove pullwire and install the conical washers (teeth side toward
hitch) and ½” hex nuts onto the carriage bolts. Assure no wires or other items have been pinched between hitch and vehicle frame.
7. Tighten all hitch fasteners with torque wrench to 110 Lb.-Ft. (149 N*M)
8. Trim heat shield –Trim heat shield according to Figure 2. Reinstall remaining portion of heat shield
9. Reinstall exhaust hangers –Raise exhaust back into position and reinstall all exhaust hangers.
10. Trim underbody panel - Trim underbody panel according to Figure 3. Reinstall underbody panel.
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.
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Figure 1
Access Hole
Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch secure to the vehicle when towing.
Frame Rail
Conical Washer
Teeth side against
hitch
Figure 3
A. Insert bolt and
Block into frame
B. Align block on
access hole C. Pull bolt thru
block
④
②
③
Figure 2
Kink pullwire to keep
spacer independent of bolt ⑤
①
④
②
Figure 4
Figure 5