Cequent 77949 User manual

Cequent™Performance Products, Inc. Installation Instructions
PART NUMBERS: 24949, 77949, CQT24949
To pr v nt SERIOUS INJURY, DEATH or PROPERTY DAMAGE:
•ALWAYS r ad, und rstand and follow warnings and instructions
for your hitch BEFORE installation. K p for futur r f r nc .
•DO NOT cut, w ld or modify this r c iv r.
•CHECK all fast n rs ar tight and your hitch is s cur ly mount d
to your v hicl p riodically.
•ALWAYS r ad, und rstand and follow all warnings and
instructions for your v hicl and for oth r acc ssori s you will us
with your hitch BEFORE us .
•LOAD th trail r h avi r in front.
•DO NOT xc d low r of towing v hicl manufactur r’s rating or:
•ALWAYS w ar your s atb lt.
•SLOW DOWN wh n towing, NEVER xc d any post d sp d limit.
•If EXCESS SWAY occurs, tak your foot off th gas p dal and hold
th st ring wh l as st ady as possibl . DO NOT apply your
brak s and DO NOT sp d up.
Hitch Typ Max Gross Trail r
W ight
Max Tongu
W ight
W ight Carrying 2000 lb. (908 kg) 200 lb. (90 kg)
W ight Distributing X X
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
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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
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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.
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replacing a product. IN NO EVENT WILL WE BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INDIRECT,
SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES.
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purpose other than the specified use(s) stated in the product instructions is at Your own risk.
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relating to this Warranty.

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Performance Products, Inc. Installation Instructions
PART NUMBERS: 24949, 77949, CQT24949
Applications:
Y ars Mak Mod ls
2015-Current* Volkswagen Golf
Sportwagen
*Visit our website for the most up to date
information regarding application years
and trim levels.
Ratch t
Torqu
Wr nch
Saf ty
Glass s
Sock ts
10 mm
13 mm
DO NOT EXCEED LOWER OF TOWING VEHICLE
MANUFACTURER’S RATING OR:
Hitch Typ Max Gross Trail r W ight Max Tongu W ight
W ight Carrying 2000 lb. (908 kg) 200 lb. (90 kg)
W ight Distributing X X
R pr s ntativ V hicl Photo
Installation Tim : 60 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
Plastic
Trim Tools Utility
Knif
T15, T20
Torxbit
Sock t
Mark r
or tap
Hamm r
Tap
M asur
6’’ Sock t
Ext nsion
Flat H ad
Scr w Driv r Pli rs
Di
Grind r
OR

1. R mov tail lights: Open tailgate and remove panels (each side) to gain access to tail light wiring. Disconnect wiring to tail lights (push red connector to disconnect). Remove plastic retaining
screw (use pliers if needed) (1) each side. Stand to the of the side of the vehicle, holding on to tail light push rearward to remove. Both sides. Secure in safe location.
2. R mov app aranc pan l: Loosen (2) plastic bolts (M10 socket) attached to spare tire well. Remove (4) screws (T20) holding appearance panel in place. Remove and save for reinstallation.
3. R mov bolts from wh l w ll and fascia: Remove (4) plastic screws (T15) from rear under side of fascia and plastic retaining blocks (pop out with flat screw driver). Remove (4) screws (T20)
(each side) from wheel well, (3) facing the rear and (1) located at top between rear and side panels. See figure 2.
4. R mov r ar fascia: Gently pull up from the rear wheel well panel each side, unclipping the tabs inside. Work up to taillights and continue to gently remove along plastic tail light support.
Using a small screwdriver or trim tool push down on cleats between the fascia and tail lights as needed. Continue to remove along inside bottom to the trunk, lifting fascia up from bottom as
needed. Carefully pulling the fascia away from the vehicle. Use care at lower part of wheel well there are (2) fixed pins, carefully work fascia over pins (s figur 3a) .If present disconnect
any wiring harness or sensor from fascia. Both sides. Note: Use trim tool or screwdriver near corner – tight fit. See figure 3.
5. R mov bump r: Remove bumper (7) bolts (M13 socket and socket extension), lift up as needed to remove bumper. Remove and save for reinstallation.
6. Optional - Bolts for support: Run (1) bolt (item 1) through the existing weld nut from forward side of end panel. Use bolt for ease of installation. Both sides. See figure 4.
7. Install hitch and bump r: Lift hitch into position, resting on bolt installed in step 6. Raise bumper into position over hitch and install bolts (item 1) and conical washer (item 2) as
shown in figure 1. Once the hitch is secured with several fasteners to support it, remove the bolt used in step 6 and install properly. Center hitch on vehicle and tighten. If tab on
bumper interferes with installation it may be necessary to use a hammer to bend tab on bumper flush with bumper.
8. Tight n all M8 CL8.8 fast n rs with torqu wr nch to 20 Lb.-Ft. (27 N*M).
9. Trim fascia: From edge of fascia opening, measure and mark 3/4” [19.05mm] over. Measure over 2-1/2” [63.5 mm] down 1-1/4” [31.75 mm] . Carefully trim, fascia as shown in figure 5.
10. R install fascia: Lift fascia over receiver tube being careful not to scratch fascia. Starting from the center of the vehicle lineup and gently reinstall the rear fascia and all fasteners in reverse
order steps 1-4. (Note: reattach any wiring harness if 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.
Figur 2
Fast n r Kit : 24949F
① Qty. (7) Bolt
M x1.25x30 CL .
② Qty. (7) Conical washer
3/ ’’
R ar
Figur 1
Installation Instructions
PART NUMBERS: 24949, 77949, CQT24949
Prop r torqu is n d d to k p th hitch s cur to th v hicl wh n towing.
Always w ar SAFETY GLASSES
wh n installing hitch
①
②
(Conical Washer)
T th sid
against hitch
Figur 3
Figur 4
Figur 5
End panel
Authoriz d Drawbar Kit:
3590 (Sold Separately)
Drawbar must be used in the
RISE position only
Hitch
Bumper
Complete vehicle bumper not shown for clarity

1. R mov tail lights: Open tailgate and remove panels (each side) to gain
access to tail light wiring. Disconnect wiring to tail lights (push red connector
to disconnect). Remove plastic retaining screw (use pliers if needed) (1) each
side. Stand to side holding on to tail light push rearward to remove. Both
sides. Secure in safe location.
2. R mov app aranc pan l: Loosen (2) plastic bolts (M10 socket) attached to
spare tire well. Remove (4) screws (T20) holding appearance panel in place.
Remove and save for reinstallation.
3. R mov bolts from wh l w ll and fascia: Remove (4) plastic screws (T15)
from rear under side of fascia and plastic retaining blocks (pop out with flat
screw driver). Remove (4) screws (T20) (each side) wheel well, (3) facing the
rear and (1) located at top between rear and side panels. See figure 2.
4a. R mov r ar fascia: Gently pull up from the rear wheel well panel each side,
unclipping the tabs inside. Work up to taillights and continue to gently remove
along plastic tail light support. Using a small screwdriver or trim tool push down on
cleats between the fascia and tail lights as needed. Continue to remove along inside
bottom to the trunk, lifting fascia up from bottom as needed.
Figur 2

5. R mov bump r: Remove bumper (7) bolts (M13 socket and socket
extension), lift up as needed to remove bumper. Remove and save for
reinstallation.
6. Optional - Bolts for support: Run (1) bolt (item 1) through the existing weld
nut from forward side of end panel. Use bolt for ease of installation. Both sides.
See figure 4.
4b. R mov r ar fascia: Carefully pulling the fascia away from the vehicle. Use care at lower part of wheel well there are (2) fixed pins (see figure 3a), carefully work
fascia over pins. If present disconnect any wiring harness or sensor from fascia. Both sides. Note: Use trim tool or screwdriver near corner – tight fit. See figure 3.
Figur 3
Figur 4
Figur 3a

9. Trim fascia: From edge of fascia opening, measure and mark 3/4” [19.05mm]
over. Measure over 2-1/2” [63.5 mm] down 1-1/4” [31.75 mm] . Carefully trim,
fascia as shown in figure 5.
10. R install fascia: Lift fascia over receiver tube being careful not to scratch
fascia. Starting from the center of the vehicle lineup and gently reinstall the rear
fascia and all fasteners in reverse order steps 1-4. (Note: reattach any wiring
harness if removed)
8. Tight n all M8 CL8.8 fast n rs with torqu wr nch
to 20 Lb.-Ft. (27 N*M).
Prop r torqu is n d d to k p th hitch s cur to
th v hicl wh n towing.
7. Install hitch and bump r: Lift hitch into position, resting on bolt installed in step 6. Raise bumper into
position over hitch and install bolts (item 1) and conical washer (item 2) as shown in figure 1. Once the hitch
is secured with several fasteners to support it, remove the bolt used in step 6 and install properly. Center
hitch on vehicle and tighten. If tab on bumper interferes with installation it may be necessary to use a
hammer to bend tab on bumper flush with bumper.
2-1/2” [63.5 mm]
1-1/4” [31.75 mm]
3/4”
[19.05 mm]
Figur 5
Tab
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