Horizon fitness 76144 User manual

Installation Instructions

PART NUMBERS: 76144, 84144, CQT76144

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 N/A N/A

LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY

1. Limited Lifetime Warranty (“Warranty”). Horizon Global ("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. 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.

Installation Instructions

PART NUMBERS: 76144, 84144, CQT76144

Applications:

Years Make Models

2017-Current* Jeep Compass

*Visit our website for the most up to date information

regarding application years and trim levels.

Equipment Required:

Ratchet Torque

Wrench

Safety

Glasses Sockets

8 mm

10 mm

13 mm

3/4 ‘’

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

N/A N/A

Representative Vehicle Photo

Installation Time: 40 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

Utility

Knife

Die

Grinder

Bungee

Cord

1. Loosen wheel well liners - use 8 mm and 10 mm socket to remove (3) screws and (1) plastic flange nut from wheel well liners each side.

2. Enlarge access hole –peel off (3) plastic covers from holes on the frame rails each side, see Figure 2. Locate the rearmost hole and use die grinder to enlarge the hole size big

enough to feed the bolt and spacer each side, see Figure 2. NOTE: for the models with factory tow hook, use 21 mm socket to remove M14 bolts in these locations and save them for

reinstallation

3. Lower exhaust hanger and caulk removal –use 13 mm socket to remove (1) bolt from exhaust hanger each side and lower the muffler temporarily, see Figure 2. Use a support or

bungee cord to keep muffler from getting damaged. Use utility knife to remove caulk near rear mounting holes, see Figure 3. Bend down or cut off the legs of exhaust hanger

bracket both sides for easier installation, see Figure 3.

4. Hitch installation - fishwire the carriage bolts ①and spacers ②into frame through rearmost enlarged hole and leave pull wires attached, see Figure 4. Raise hitch into position

and carefully slide it over exhaust hanger (passenger side first). Feed pull wires previously installed through bracket holes. Remove pull wires and loosely install conical washer ③

and hex nut ④to the hitch, see Figure 1. NOTE: for the models with factory tow hook, loosely secure the factory M14 bolts to the hitch attachment holes.

5. Tighten all 1/2‘’ fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M) and all M14 fasteners to 115 Lb.-Ft. (156 N*M) .

6. Reinstall exhaust hangers and all fasteners removed from wheel well liners in Step 1.

Always wear SAFETY GLASSES

when installing hitch

Rear

Frame rail

Figure 1

①② ③④

①

②

③

④

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,

Fastener Kit: 76144F

①Qty. (6) Carriage bolt

½”-13 x 1.75 GR5

②Qty. (6) Spacer

.250 x 1.0 x 2.0

Part #: 5121

③Qty. (6) Conical washer

1/2’’

Part #: 01292008

④Qty. (6) Hex nut

½-13 GR5

⑤Qty. (6) Pull wire

½-13

Part #: 5482

Installation Instructions

PART NUMBERS: 76144, 84144, CQT76144

Fasteners

typical

both sides

Exhaust

hanger bolt

Figure 2 Hole

enlargement

location

Figure 3

Conical washer

teeth side

against hitch

A. Insert bolt and

Block into frame

B. Align block on

access hole

C. Pull bolt

thru block

Figure 4

Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch

secure to the vehicle when towing.

1. Loosen wheel well liners - use 8 mm and 10 mm socket to remove (3) screws and (1) plastic flange nut from wheel well liners each side.

2. Enlarge access hole –peel off (3) plastic covers from holes on the frame rails each side, see Figure 2. Locate the rearmost hole and use die grinder to

enlarge the hole size big enough to feed the bolt and spacer each side, see Figure 2. NOTE: for the models with factory tow hook, use 21 mm socket to

remove M14 bolts in these locations and save them for reinstallation

3. Lower exhaust hanger and caulk removal –use 13 mm socket to remove (1) bolt from exhaust hanger each side and lower the muffler temporarily, see Figure 2. Use a support

or bungee cord to keep muffler from getting damaged. Use utility knife to remove caulk near rear mounting holes, see Figure 3. Bend down or cut off the legs of exhaust hanger

bracket both sides for easier installation, see Figure 3.

4. Hitch installation - fishwire the carriage bolts ①and spacers ②into frame through rearmost enlarged hole and leave pull wires attached, see Figure 4. Raise hitch into

position and carefully slide it over exhaust hanger (passenger side first). Feed pull wires previously installed through bracket holes. Remove pull wires and loosely install conical

washer ③and hex nut ④to the hitch, see Figure 1. NOTE: for the models with factory tow hook, loosely secure the factory M14 bolts to the hitch attachment holes