Curt Manufacturing 18412 User manual

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INSTALLATION MANUAL 18412
Tools Required
Wrench, 3/4" --
Level of Difficulty
Easy
Installation difficulty levels are based on time
and effort involved and may vary depending on
the installer level of expertise, condition of the
vehicle and proper tools and equipment.
NOTICE
Visit www.curtmfg.com for a full-color copy of this
instruction manual, as well as helpful videos, guides and much more!
Before you begin installation, read all instructions thoroughly.
Proper tools will improve the quality of installation and reduce the time required.
Periodic inspection of your product should be performed
to ensure all hardware and / or components remain secure.
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Weight Carrying Capacity
4 bikes 180 lbs.
WARNING
The tow vehicle must be equipped with a trailer hitch with 2" reciever tube opening
Check straps for wear and replace if worn
This product is not intended for off-road use, tandems or recumbents
Do not install on a trailer or other towed vehicle
Parts List
Item Qty Description
1 1 Bike rack
2 1 ActiveLink shank
3 1 Hairpin clip
4 1 Lock washer, 1/2"
5 1 Flat washer, 1/2"
6 1 Anti-rattle bolt
7 8 Velcro strap

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ASSEMBLY
Parts List
Item Qty Description
1 1 Bike rack
2 1 ActiveLink shank
3 1 Hairpin clip
4 1 Lock washer, 1/2"
5 1 Flat washer, 1/2"
6 1 Anti-rattle bolt
7 8 Velcro strap
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Step 2
Lower the bike rack onto the ActiveLink
shank pivot. Lift the rack until it latches.
Insert the safety pin through the upright tube
and ActiveLink shank. Use the hand wheel to
tighten the upright and reduce rattling.
Step 1
Insert the ActiveLink shank into the vehicle
receiver tube. Secure with 1/2" hex head bolt,
flat washer, star washer and clip.

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Step 3
Lift the arm until it latches
and insert the safety pin.
Step 4
Install the bikes on the rack and secure with the provided velcro straps.
Note: When carrying more than one bike, be sure to alternate the directions the
bikes are facing on the rack. First bike faces right, second bike faces left and so on.
Two and Four Bike Positions
The bike rack can be used in either
a two bike or four bike position.
To fold the top arm up for two bike position,
remove the safety pin from the center pivot,
rotate the arm back and reinsert the safety pin
into the hole nearest to the pivot pin.
FOLDING FEATURES

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Storage Position
To fold the arm down for to storage position,
pull the safety pin at the top that secures
the arm in the outward position. While holding
the arm press the handle on the back
of the upright and lower the arm to
the transport / storage position.
Reinsert the safety pin
Note: It is recommended to transport and
store the bike rack with the upper arm folded
down in the four bike position as shown.
Tilting Rack Away From Vehicle
At the base, remove the safety pin from
the ActiveLink shank. Lift the small handle
on the back of the upright and tilt
the rack away from the vehicle.
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