Meyer Products FHK31038 Installation guide

Brand
Meyer Products
Model
FHK31038
Type
Installation guide

Meyer Products FHK31038 is a front-mounted hitch receiver designed for use with FORD F-150 AND F-250 4WD LD, EXPEDITION vehicles. This hitch receiver allows for the attachment of various accessories, such as bike racks, cargo carriers, and tow hooks, expanding the vehicle's functionality and versatility. With a gross load capacity of 5,000 lbs. when used as a weight-carrying hitch and a maximum line pull of 9,000 lbs. when used as a straight line pull, this hitch receiver provides ample strength for hauling and towing tasks.

Meyer Products FHK31038 is a front-mounted hitch receiver designed for use with FORD F-150 AND F-250 4WD LD, EXPEDITION vehicles. This hitch receiver allows for the attachment of various accessories, such as bike racks, cargo carriers, and tow hooks, expanding the vehicle's functionality and versatility. With a gross load capacity of 5,000 lbs. when used as a weight-carrying hitch and a maximum line pull of 9,000 lbs. when used as a straight line pull, this hitch receiver provides ample strength for hauling and towing tasks.

Parts List
DESCRIPTIONPART NUMBERQTYITEM
FISHWIRE TOOLCM-.375-FW11
CARRIAGE BOLT3/8 - 16 x 1 3/4
22
HEX FLANGE NUT3/8-16
23
.250 x 1.00 x 2.00" SQUARE HOLE SPACERCM-SP1824
GROSS LOAD CAPACITY WHEN USED AS A WEIGHT CARRYING HITCH: LBS. TRAILER WEIGHT & LBS. TONGUE WEIGHT.
GROSS LOAD CAPACITY WHEN USED AS A STRAIGHT LINE PULL: 9,000 LBS. MAX. LINE PULL.
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HAVING INSTALLATION QUESTIONS? CALL TECHNICAL SUPPORT AT
1-800-798-0813
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Curt Manufacturing Inc., warrants this product to be free of defects in material and/or workmanship at the time of retail purchase by the original purchaser. If the product is found to be defective,
Curt Manufacturing Inc., may repair or replace the product, at their option, when the product is returned, prepaid, with proof of purchase. Alteration to, misuse of, or improper installation of
this product voids the warranty. Curt Manufacturing Inc.'s liability is limited to repair or replacement of products found to be defective, and specifically excludes liability for incidental or
consequential loss or damage.
5,000 500
FORD F-150 AND F-250 4WD LD, EXPEDITION
7/29/2010
31038
60
34
30
HITCH WEIGHT: LBS.
INSTALL TIME
PROFESSIONAL: MINUTES
NOVICE (DIY): MINUTES
INSTALL NOTES:
1. Remove the factory tow hooks and set them aside with the bolts. Leave the existing nut plates inside the
frame for final hitch installation.
2. Fishwire the 3/8" carriage bolts and spacers through the frame as shown.
3. Fasten the hitch to the frame using 3/8" flange nuts.
4. Reinstall the factory tow hooks by passing the factory supplied bolts thru the hook and hitch and then into
the nut plates.
5. Torque fasteners 3/8" to 30 lb-ft. , 7/16" to 54 lb-ft. , 1/2" to 72 lb-ft. , 5/8" to 150 lb-ft.
- NO DRILLING REQUIRED
- FISHWIRE HARDWARE
- REMOVE TOW HOOKS
- TRIM SKID SHIELD
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4
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FRAME RAIL
FACTORY BOLTS
AND NUT PLATES
TOW HOOK
** skid plate may need to be notched or removed on some models. **
TOOLS REQUIRED
RATCHET
TORQUE WRENCH
6" EXTENSION
9/16" SOCKET
10mm SOCKET (DEEP)
15mm SOCKET
"FLAT" SCREW DRIVER
PAINT MARKER
TAPE MEASURE
TIN SNIPS / GRINDER
Curt Manufacturing Inc., warrants this product to be free of defects in material and/or workmanship at the time of retail purchase by the original purchaser. If the product is found to be defective,
Curt Manufacturing Inc., may repair or replace the product, at their option, when the product is returned, prepaid, with proof of purchase. Alteration to, misuse of, or improper installation of
this product voids the warranty. Curt Manufacturing Inc.'s liability is limited to repair or replacement of products found to be defective, and specifically excludes liability for incidental or
consequential loss or damage.
CABLE DAMPING
TOWELS OR JACKETS.
TOW HOOK OR
RECOVERY EYE
RETURN CABLE
SNATCH BLOCK
TREE SAVER STRAP
SOLID OBJECT
FRONT MOUNTED ACCESSORIES
1) Do not exceed front axle Gross Weight Rating (GAWR). Consult owners manual or specification plate located on
driver's door frame. Measure gross front axle weight by placing front wheels of loaded vehicle on a scale.
WARNING: Exceeding GAWR may overload the front axle and/or suspension. This could result in accident,
property damage and personal injury.
2) Reposition front mounted license plate if obstructed.
3) Do not obstruct vehicle lights.
4) Allow free air flow into grille opening.
5) Rear wheel traction may be reduced. This could effect handling. Reduce speed and drive with caution.
6) Accessories extend front of vehicle. This may reduce approach angle. Use caution when parking and maneuvering.
7) Do not obstruct driver view.
VEHICLE RECOVERY AND WINCHING TIPS
1) Use OEM tow hooks, recovery eyes or a clevis mount for attachment of a tow strap or winch cable.
WARNING: NEVER use a ball and/or ball mount as an anchor point for tow strap or winch cable.
Severe personal injury or death could result.
2) Observe winch manufacturer's recommendations, cautions and warnings.
3) Attach return cable to tow hook or recovery eye when using a snatch block (See figure 1).
CAUTION: Do not attach return cable to winch mount. This may overload winch mount and/or front mounted receiver.
RATING
For Maximum line pull rating, winch cable must not exceed:
- 15 degree angle up or down from horizontal (See Figure 2).
- 45 degree angle left or right from straight ahead (See Figure 3).
CAUTION: Exceeding the maximum line pull rating may over load winch, winch mount, and/or front mounted receiver.
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 3
FIGURE 1
***DO NOT EXCEED VEHICLE MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDED TOWING CAPACITY ***.
31038 FORD F-150 AND F-250 4WD LD, EXPEDITION
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Meyer Products FHK31038 Installation guide

Brand
Meyer Products
Model
FHK31038
Type
Installation guide

Meyer Products FHK31038 is a front-mounted hitch receiver designed for use with FORD F-150 AND F-250 4WD LD, EXPEDITION vehicles. This hitch receiver allows for the attachment of various accessories, such as bike racks, cargo carriers, and tow hooks, expanding the vehicle's functionality and versatility. With a gross load capacity of 5,000 lbs. when used as a weight-carrying hitch and a maximum line pull of 9,000 lbs. when used as a straight line pull, this hitch receiver provides ample strength for hauling and towing tasks.

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