Lippert Curt 18415 User manual

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Weight Carrying Capacity
With 2" ActiveLink™
shank (#18402)
500 lbs. /
227 kg
With 1-1/4" ActiveLink™
shank (#18401)
350 lbs. /
159 kg
INSTALLATION MANUAL 18415
Tools Required
Open wrench, 17mm Torque wrench
Socket, 17mm --
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.
Do not carry loads wider or deeper than the carrier.
Periodic inspection of your product should be performed
to ensure all hardware and / or components remain secure.
Mild automotive detergent may be used to clean the product. Do not use dish detergent, abrasive
cleaners, abrasive pads, wire brushes or other similar products that may damage the finish.
To help prevent damage to the product or vehicle, refer to the specified
torque specifications when securing hardware during the installation process.
Parts List
Item Qty Description
1 1 Cargo carrier frame
2 1 ActiveLink™shank assembly
3 1 Mounting tube
4 2 Support bracket, driver side
5 2 Support bracket, passenger side
6 4 Eye bolt, M10
7 6 Lock nut, M10
8 2 Hex bolt, M10 x 70mm
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WARNING
Never exceed the vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity.
Do not exceed maximum weight capacity of 500 lbs. when using 2" receiver tube.
Distribute the weight evenly on platform when hauling a load.
Do not carry loads taller, wider or deeper than the cargo carrier. Do not carry flammable items
on carrier or allow exhaust fumes to blow directly on your cargo. This is a fire hazard.
Always use caution when in reverse (R) to help avoid personal injury.
Loads must be evenly distributed.
Never use as a step or platform - injury may result.
Do not use to carry flammable items or allow exhaust
fumes to blow directly on items in the carrier – fire hazard.
Do not use to transport people.
Do not block brake lights or turn signals.
A support strap is required when bike racks or cargo carriers are 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 cargo carrier.

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Parts List
Item Qty Description
1 1 Cargo carrier frame
2 1 ActiveLink™shank assembly
3 1 Mounting tube
4 2 Support bracket, driver side
5 2 Support bracket, passenger side
6 4 Eye bolt, M10
7 6 Lock nut, M10
8 2 Hex bolt, M10 x 70mm

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Step 2 - Securing to the Vehicle
Insert the ActiveLink™shank
into the reciever of the vehicle.
Tighten the anti-rattle bolt to a recommended
torque value of 50 ft-lbs. for operational use.
Slide the shank of the carrier assembly
into the channel of the ActiveLink™shank,
seating the cutout of the mounting tube
over the button head bolt.
Align the mounting tube pin hole with the
pin hole on the shank and insert the pin
to secure the mounting tube to the shank.
Hand tighten the crank-knob on the
passenger side of the ActiveLink™shank.
Step 3 - Storing the Cargo Carrier
Flip the cargo carrier over and line up
the tube sleeve with the pin hole on the
ActiveLink shank. Pin to secure the
cargo carrier in the stored position.
Step 1 - Carrier Assembly
Align the mounting holes in the support
brackets and the mounting tube. Place
an M10 hex bolt (#8) through the support
bracket (#4, #5) and mounting tube (#3)
and secure using an M10 lock nut (#7).
Place the cargo carrier frame (#1)
on a flat surface facing down.
Align the mounting holes in the support
bracket with the holes in the carrier frame.
Place an M10 eye bolt (#6) through
the support bracket and carrier frame.
Secure the support brackets to the
carrier frame with an M10 lock nut.
Tighten all M10 hardware to 12 ft-lbs.
NOTICE
Overtightening hardware may
cause damage to product or hardware.