HORIZON 84557 Class 3 Trailer Hitch 2-Inch Receiver Instruction Manual

: June 9, 2024
: Horizon

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84557 Class 3 Trailer Hitch 2-Inch Receiver
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
Applications:
Equipment Required:
Installation Instructions
References
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84557 Class 3 Trailer Hitch 2-Inch Receiver
Instruction Manual

84557 Class 3 Trailer Hitch 2-Inch Receiver

WARNING

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:

Hitch Type	Max Gross Trailer Weight	Max Tongue Weight
Weight Carrying	4500 lb. (2043kg)	675 lb. (306 kg)
Weight Distributing	4500 lb. (2043kg)	675 lb. (306 kg)

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.

LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY

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 Stelvioance 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.
Obligations of Purchaser. To make a Warranty claim, contact Us at our principal address of 47912 Halyard Drive, Suite 100, Plymouth, MI 48170, 1-800-632-3290, identify the product by model number, and follow the claim instructions that will be provided. 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.
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.
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.

Applications:

Years	Make	Models
2022-Current*	Ford	Maverick

*Visit our website for the most up to date information regarding application years and trim levels.

Installation Time: 60 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.

Equipment Required:

DO NOT EXCEED LOWER OF TOWING VEHICLE MANUFACTURER’S RATING OR:

Hitch Type	Max Gross Trailer Weight	Max Tongue Weight
Weight Carrying	4500 lb. (2043kg)	675 lb. (306 kg)
Weight Distributing	4500 lb. (2043kg)	675 lb. (306 kg)

Representative Vehicle Photo

Hitch Illustration

Always wear SAFETY GLASSES when installing hitch
Conical washer teeth side against hitch

Installation Instructions

PART NUMBERS: 76557, 84557, CQT76557

Fastener Kit: 76557F

1| Qty. (2)| Carriage bolt
7/16’’-14 x 2.00, GR5
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2| Qty. (2)| Hex nut
7/16’’ -14 GR2
3| Qty. (2)| Conical washer
7/16’’
4| Qty. (2)| Spacer
.250 x 1.00 x 3.00
5| Qty. (2)| Pull wire
7/16’’
6| Qty. (1)| Bolt
M12x1.75x70mm CL 8.8
7| Qty. (4)| Conical washer
1/2″
8| Qty. (2)| Spacer
.250” x 1.50” x 3.00”
9| Qty. (1)| Spacer
.375” x 1.50” x 3.00”
10| Qty. (3)| Bolt
M12x1.75×40 CL 8.8
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A. Insert bolt and Block into frame| B. Align block on access hole| C. Pull bolt thru block

Lower exhaust muffler: Use soapy water to lubricate exhaust rubber hangers. Using exhaust removal pliers, remove (2) rubber hangers. Note: Be sure to support exhaust before removing rubber hangers.
Remove bottom appearance panel: Using 7 mm socket and flat head screwdriver, remove (8) screws and (1) rivets from bottom appearance panel on passenger side of vehicle.
Return (2) screws to vehicle owner.
Remove Bolts: Using 19 mm socket, remove (2) M12 bolts from bottom surface of chassis both side of vehicle both sides of vehicle, see Figure 3.
Install hitch: a) Feed (1) carriage bolt ① and (1) spacer ④ through the access hole using the pull wires ⑤ both side of vehicle, see Figure 1. Leave pull wires attached. Raise the hitch and feed pull wire previously installed through hitch bracket slot. Remove pull wires and loosely install (1) 7/16” conical washer ③ and (1) 7/16” hex nut ② to hitch both sides. b) Using (3) spacers ⑧⑧⑨, insert between offset bracket tab and mounting surface and loosely secure hitch using (1) M12 bolt ⑥ and (1) 1/2“ conical washer ⑦ on driver side, see Figure 1. c) Using (3) M12 bolts ⑩ and (3) 1/2“ conical washers ⑦, loosely install into remaining (3) holes to secure hitch to vehicle.
Tighten all M12 fasteners with torque wrench to 68 Ft.-Lb (92 N*M).
Tighten all 7/16‘’ fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Ft.-Lb. (68 N*M).
Trim appearance panel: Using die grinder, trim area shown in Figure 2. Reinstall appearance panel using (6) screws and (1) rivet removed in step 2.
Reinstall the rubber hangers and exhaust muffler.
Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch secure to the vehicle when towing.

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.

Lower exhaust muffler: Use soapy water to lubricate exhaust rubber hangers. Using exhaust removal pliers, remove (2) rubber hangers. Note: Be sure to support exhaust before removing rubber hangers.
Remove bottom appearance panel: Using 7 mm socket and flat head screwdriver, remove (8) screws and (1) rivets from bottom appearance panel on passenger side of vehicle. Return (2) screws to vehicle owner.
Remove Bolts: Using 19 mm socket, remove (2) M12 bolts from bottom surface of chassis both side of vehicle both sides of vehicle.
Install hitch: a) Feed (1) carriage bolt ① and (1) spacer ④ through the access hole using the pull wires ⑤ both side of vehicle. Leave pull wires attached. Raise the hitch and feed pull wire previously installed through hitch bracket slot. Remove pull wires and loosely install (1) 7/16” conical washer ③ and (1) 7/16” hex nut ② to hitch both sides. b) Using (3) spacers ⑧⑧⑨, insert between offset bracket tab and mounting surface and loosely secure hitch using (1) M12 bolt ⑥ and (1) 1/2“ conical washer ⑦ on driver side. c) Using (3) M12 bolts ⑩ and (3) 1/2“ conical washers ⑦, loosely install into remaining (3) holes to secure hitch to vehicle.
Tighten all M12 fasteners with torque wrench to 68 Ft.-Lb (92 N*M).
Tighten all 7/16‘’ fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Ft.-Lb. (68 N*M).
Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch secure to the vehicle when towing.
Trim appearance panel: Using die grinder, trim area shown. Reinstall appearance panel using (6) screws and (1) rivet removed in step 2.
Reinstall the rubber hangers and exhaust muffler.