Installation Guide

Installation Instructions
Ford Freestar
Mercury Monterey
Part Numbers:
44129
75158
87107
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required: Fishwire (Provided),
Exhaust Hanger Stretcher
Wrenches: 3/4
Drill Bits: 1/2”
Drilled hole
1. Remove exhaust pipe from exhaust hanger.
2. Fishwire the frame side mounting blocks and carriage bolts through access slots in bottom of frame rails.
3. Raise hitch into position and install conicals and hex nuts.
4. Using the hitch as a template drill one 1/2" hole in bottom side of frame rail (passenger side only).
5. Fishwire the remaining block and carriage bolt through access slots in bottom of frame rails.
6. Re-connect exhaust pipe to exhaust hanger.
Rev. B6-23-06N75158Sheet 1 of 2
z 2004, 2006 Cequent Towing Products
Conical Washer 1/2Qty. (4)
4
Lock Washer 1/2Qty. (1)
7
Block .25 X 1.50 X 2.00Qty. (2)
3
Block .25 X 1.00 X 3.00Qty. (1)
6
Block .25 X 2.00 X 2.00Qty. (2)
2
Hex Nut 1/2-13Qty. (5)
5
Carriage Bolt 1/2-13 X 1.75Qty. (5)
1
Tighten all 1/2 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
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, V.E.S.C. Regulation V-5
and SAE J684.
Fastener Kit: F75158
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
350 (159 Kg)3500 (1589 Kg)
Weight Carrying
Ball Mount
500 (227 Kg)5000 (2270 Kg)
Weight Distributing
Max Tongue
WT (LB)
Max Gross
Trailer WT (LB)
Hitch type
Wiring Access Location : SUV1, SUV2
Frame rail
Access slot
Typical both sides
Fascia
2
1
6
1
3
1
5
4
5
4
5
7
Form: F205 Rev A 5-6-05