Trailfx 69527b User manual

Class I Receiver Hitch

Part No. 69527B

Fits: 2008 - Current Nissan Rogue Select

Gross Load Capacity Max. Trailer Weight (lbs) Max. Tongue Weight (lbs)

Weight Carrying 2000 200

Weight Distributing N/A N/A

ALIGN THE HITCH AS DESIRED AND TIGHTEN ALL M10 FASTENERS

TO 30 - 35 ft. - lbs., AND THE M12 FASTENERS TO 60 - 65 ft.-lbs.

REMOVE CONTENTS FROM BOX. VERIFY ALL PARTS ARE PRESENT.

READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING INSTALLATION.

60 min CUTTING NOT

REQUIRED

DRILLING NOT

REQUIRED

PARTS LIST:

Item Qty Part Description Tools Needed

11Hitch assembly 18mm Socket

21Driver side mounting bracket 16mm Socket

31Passenger side mounting bracket Ratchet

46M12 Cap screw 18mm wrench

56M12 Split lock washer 16mm wrench

66M12 Flat washer Torque wrench

78M10 Cap screw

88M10 Split lock washe

98M10 Flat washer

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

1. Starting at the rear underside of the vehicle, remove the origi-nal tow

loop from the unibody channel. This will be replaced after product is

installed.

FIGURE

TOW LOOP

FIGURE

3. Refer to the above fastener detail illustration (Figure 2) for the fas-teners.

First, loosely attach the driver and passenger side mount-ing brackets to

the vehicle unibody channel using the supplied M12 cap screws, split lock

washers, and flat washers. Do not fully tight-en at this time.

4. With the mounting brackets loose, attach the main hitch assem-bly to

each mounting bracket using the supplied M10 cap screws, M10 split

lock washers, and M10 flat washers. Do not fully tighten at this time.

5. Adjust all components as desired. Tighten M12 fasteners to 60-65 lb-ft &

M10 fasteners to 30-35 lb-ft.

COMPLETE INSTALLATION

What's the difference between weight carrying & weight distribution?

Weight Carrying is a towing situation where all of the tongue weight is carried directly on the rear of the tow vehicle and on the hitch. Weight Distribu-

tion is a towing situation whereby use of a weight distributing hitch, some or all of the tongue weight is evenly distributed throughout from the rear to

the front of the tow vehicle.

Can I weld my hitch to the frame?

Never weld a hitch to the frame. This can weaken both the hitch and the frame of your vehicle.

Will drilling in my frame void my warranty?

Each vehicle manufacturer has specifics regarding their warranty. To determine if drilling or modifying your frame voids your warranty, it is best to call

your local dealer, or contact the vehicle manufacturer.

Can I substitute the supplied hardware for a hitch with something else?

Unless authorized by a professional installer or manufacturer of the product, substituting hardware that is supplied with the hitch is not

recommended. Supplied hardware is tested to meet the capacity of the hitch, and substituting it out without authorization could void your warranty

and cause the hitch to fail.

The hardware supplied is too large for my existing weld nuts in my vehicle frame; do I have the incorrect hardware?

On vehicles that are more than a couple years old or that are used in a geographical location that truly experiences all four seasons, it is absolutely

necessary to thoroughly clean the weld nuts. On newer vehicles excessive under body spray can also inhibit the bolt from threading. Use a penetrat-

ing lubricant to deteriorate the excessive rust that can accrue over years of travel over rain-soaked and salty roads. Then clean thoroughly with a wire

brush until the bolt is allowed to thread cleanly into the weld nut.

What is a “fishwire”?

A “fishwire” is a small wire device that allows you to “fish” or pull hardware through an enclosed frame or bumper tube.

PRODUCT CARE

Look for Scratches and Pitting. Dents and dings will break through the powder coating and leave the bare metal open to the elements.

Routinely check hitch for scratches or missing paint. When bare metal is showing, it is essential to touch up the hitch to prevent rusting.

If you notice rust, you can lightly sand the hitch and touch it up with paint to stop the rust from growing.

Use a Hitch Cover to keep moisture and road debris out of the receiver opening and inhibits rust from beginning inside hitch.

MAXIMUM TOWING/CARRYING CAPACITY:

Receiver Hitches will have a visible tow rating label affixed directly on the product.

User should never exceed the vehicle manufacturer’s maximum tow and weight rating regardless of the capacity of the hitch.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES WILL VOID WARRANTY AND MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR INJURY TO OTHERS

AS WELL AS VEHICLE DAMAGE.

INSTALLATION:

Closely follow all Installation Instructions for the proper installation of product. Improper installation can result in death, serious injury, and/or product and

vehicle damage.

In the operation of these products, it is imperative to observe precautions for your personal safety and the safety of others.

Failure to follow these instructions could lead to death, personal injury, and / or property damage. Do not modify this product.

FASTENERS:

All supplied fasteners must be utilized and installed in accordance with the installation instructions and apply torque to the specifications as defined.

DOUBLE CHECK ALL FASTENERS BEFORE INITIAL USE, AND PERIODICALLY IN THE FUTURE TO ENSURE PROPER FUNCTION AND SAFE-

TY.

DRILLING:

Most products do not require drilling for installation. If drilling is defined as required, use caution when drilling a vehicle. FAILURE TO REVIEW AN AR-