curt 18410 User manual

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Weight Carrying Capacity
1 bike 45 lbs.
2 bikes 90 lbs.
INSTALLATION MANUAL 18410
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.
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WARNING
Never exceed the vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity.
Never exceed the product's weight capacity.
Do not modify or use this accessory for purposes other than for which it was designed.
It is the user's responsibility to adhere to all state and federal laws regarding
obstruction of vehicle lighting (i.e. brake lights, taillights, turn signals
and backup lights) and license plate when using this accessory.
A support strap is required when the rack is used with an 1-1/4" receiver hitch.
Failure to use a support strap could result in injury and / or property
damage and will void the warranty of the bike rack and trailer hitch.
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.
Remove this accessory before entering automatic car washes.
Periodic inspection of your product should be performed
to ensure all hardware and / or components remain secure.
CAUTION
This product is not designed for off-road use.
Do not install this product on a trailer or towed vehicle.
When transporting heavier bikes such as e-bikes and tilting the rack for rear vehicle
access is necessary, a team lift may be required to prevent injury and / or product damage.
Always be mindful of accessories extending beyond vehicle when operating.
Tools Required
Torque wrench Socket, 3/4"
Parts List
Item Qty Description
1 1 ActiveLink™bike rack
2 1 ActiveLink™shank assembly
3 1 Anti-rattle bolt, 1/2"-13
4 1 Flat washer, 1/2"
5 1 Lock washer, 1/2"
6 1 Hair pin clip
7 1 Anti-rattle handwheel
8 4 Hook and loop strap

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ASSEMBLY
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Parts List
Item Qty Description
1 1 ActiveLink bike rack
2 1 ActiveLink shank assembly
3 1 Anti-rattle bolt, 1/2"-13
4 1 Flat washer, 1/2"
5 1 Lock washer, 1/2"
6 1 Hair pin clip
7 1 Anti-rattle handwheel
8 4 Hook and loop strap

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Step 2
Remove the clevis pin from the
ActiveLink shank's channel (#2).
Insert the ActiveLink rack assembly (#1)
into the ActiveLink shank (#2), resting the
tube's notch on the bolt and sliding the
latch into the shank's notch as shown.
Step 1
Insert the ActiveLink shank (#2) into the vehicle
receiver tube. Secure with anti-rattle bolt (#3),
flat washer (#4) and lock washer (#5).
Tighten bolt firmly until no movement
of the shank is noticed, not to exceed
64 ft-lbs. Do not over-tighten.
Install hair pin clip (#6).
Clevis pin
Step 3
Insert the clevis pin into the
ActiveLink shank (#2), snapping
the wire loop onto the pin.
Thread the anti-rattle hand wheel (#7) into
the ActiveLink shank and tighten until no
movement of the rack's support tube is noticed.
NOTICE
Over-tightening the hand wheel
may damage the shank's insert.

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Step 6
Adjust the frame cradles to desired positions.
Position bike frame onto cradles.
Pass the hook and loop strap (#8) through the
opening in each cradle. Pass the strap over the
bike frame, through the strap's ring and secure.
Repeat for additional bike if desired.
Step 5
If the ActiveLink rack is used with an
1-1/4" receiver, a support strap is required
to be used as shown (sold separately).
Failure to use a support strap
with 1-1/4" receivers could result
in injury and / or product damage.
Step 4
Remove the clevis pin from the
ActiveLink rack assembly (#1).
Rotate the rack's arm assembly upward,
aligning the holes in the plate with those
in the square tube as shown.
Re-insert the clevis pin.

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Step 8
To return to the upright position, rotate
the rack upward until the latch snaps
over the ActiveLink shank's (#2) slot.
Re-install the clevis pin, tighten
the hand wheel and re-install the
support strap if previously installed.
Step 9
The ActiveLink rack's arm assembly
can be folded for transport or storage.
Convenient handle can be used
for tilting, carrying and storage
as well as a cable lock secure point.
Step 7
To tilt the rack for rear vehicle access, first
undo the support strap (if used) from step 5.
Loosen the anti-rattle hand wheel (#7)
and remove the clevis pin from the shank.
While supporting the rack, push upward
on the latch release lever and allow
the rack to rotate downward.
A tab on the underside of the ActiveLink
shank (#2) will engage with the bike
rack's tube to prevent disconnection.
Do not transport the bike
rack in the tilted position.