WARNING - Rigid Hitchassets.rigidhitch.com/Blue_Ox/DH1400.pdf · 2014. 5. 19. · 10 2 101-7040 frame clamp 40 degree, dh 11 8 201-0799 1/2-13 x 3 1/4 hex bolt, gr5, zp 12 2 102-6918

DH14002007-14 Toyota Tundra

Crew Cab Limited 1/2 TonInstallation Instructions

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Please read these instructions in their entirety before attempting to install or operate this equipment.

The Diamond Hitch is rated to 30,000 lbs. Gross Towing Weight and 7,500 lbs. Tongue Weight.

!Refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual for maximum towing

capacity. DO NOT overload your vehicle - failure to follow vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations could result in damage to your

vehicle, personal injury or death.

WARNING

Failure to read and follow these instructions could result in separation of the trailer from the truck, causing property damage, loss of towed vehicle,

personal injury or death.

WARNING!



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1. Clamp Z brackets in place to insure ball location prior to cutting hole in bed of truck.

2. Insure vertical clearance for the ball when in the stored position by verifying it will not hit brake lines etc.

3. Donotuseanyopenflameunderthetruckbedtocutorweld.Thereisextremedangerofexplosionorfire.

4. Vehicle must be securely blocked and brakes set before beginning to work underneath the vehicle.

5. Do not clamp hitch over any wiring or brake lines.

6. Always make sure trailer is loaded slightly tongue heavy. Do not pull a trailer that is lighter on the tongue end.

7. Theinstallermustinstructtheoperatoronproperballinstallationandlockingprocedures.

8. Be sure the user receives all instructional materials.

! WARNINGS

If the Diamond Hitch is in an accident, it must be replaced. DO NOTuseitagain!Anaccidentcancauseunseendamageand

using it again could result in more damage or serious injury. DO NOTusetheDiamondHitchifitisdamagedormissingparts.



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Important:Use only genuine factory replacement parts on your Diamond Hitch. Do NOT substitute homemade or non-typical parts. If a bolt is lost or in need of replacement, for your safety and the preservation of your hitch, be sure to use a replacement bolt of the same grade (In most cases it will be Grade 5, please reference the parts list above). Replacement parts may be ordered through your nearest Blue Ox® Dealer or Distributor.

Parts ListRef. No. Qty. Part # Description

1 1 61-6569 WLDM’T, DH CROSSMEMBER 27 INCH 2 14 202-0072 1/2-13 HEX FLANGE WHIZ LOCK NUT, ZP 3 4 202-0143 1/2-13 ESSNA JAM NUT, ZP 4 16 203-0005 1/2 FLAT WASHER, ZP 5 FRAME RAIL 6 6 201-0011 1/2-13 X 1 1/4 HEX BOLT GRD.5, ZP 7 4 201-0068 1/2-13 X 1 3/4 HEX BOLT GRD.5, ZP 8 2 61-6567 WLDM’T, BRACKET, DH1400 9 5 202-0094 1/2-13 HEX NYL. INS. LOCK NUT, ZP10 2 101-7040 FRAME CLAMP 40 DEGREE, DH11 8 201-0799 1/2-13 X 3 1/4 HEX BOLT, GR5, ZP12 2 102-6918 Z PLATE, TOYOTA, DH13 2 201-0803 7/16-14 X 6 X 2.5 SQ U-BOLT, GR5 ZP14 1 299-0506 BALL, CHROMED, DIAMOND HITCH15 4 202-0128 7/16-14 NYLON LOCK NUT16 4 222-0091 SPRING, COMP, .60 X 2 L X .04917 4 201-0051 1/2-13 X 1 1/2 HEX BOLT GRD.5, ZP



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3. On the driver’s side beside the frame well behind the tire, use a 13MM socket to remove two bolts. Set aside for later reinstallation.

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4. On the topside of the bed, measure from the rear of the bed (not the tailgate) forward 40 3/4”. From side to side in the center of the rib, measure 25” and mark.

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4B

1. Using the jack handle tool, remove the spare tire as per the truck’s owner’s manual.

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2. To assure not drilling the ball hole into the wrong location: On the underside of the bed measure from the rear of the bed (not the tailgate) forward 40 3/4” to insure the location of the ball is approximately 1” in front of the center line of the axle and check for Z-Bracket and frame clamp mounting clearances.

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6. On the backside of step 1, remove the four Phillips screws and bust out the bolts that are tack welded (gray arrows).

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7. On the passenger side only, using the 10MM

socket remove the two bolts and the heat shield, They will not be replaced.

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9. Using a 17/32” drill bit, drill the center hole where we took the nut out. Do this on both sides.

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8. Drop the exhaust out of the way by sliding the rubber hangers off of the mount pins. Supplied rubber hangers will be reinstalled later.

8B

5. Drill a 4” hole with the hole saw in the area marked in Step 4.

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11. On the driver’s side, use a 13MM socket to remove the four bolts from the tank in front of the rear end. Remove the tank. Set aside to be reinstalled later.

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13. Bolt the Z bracket to the outside angle bracket using 1/2-13 x 1 3/4” hex bolts, three 1/2” flat washers and 1/2-13 jam nuts. Then install the other two 1/2-13 x 3 1/4” hex bolts with 1/2-13 whiz nuts and tighten up.

14. Drill the other two holes. Install 1/2-13 x 1 1/4” hex bolts with 1/2-13 whiz nuts.

12. Start two 1/2-13 x 3 1/4” hex bolts with 1/2-13 whiz nuts.

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10. Loosely attach the end plate until the cross member is installed, using 1/2-13 x 1 1/4” hex bolts with 1/2-13 whiz nuts. Do this on both sides.

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15. Bolt the box back on use a 1/2” nylon insert lock nut. Put the spare tire back on.

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BE SURE TO USE LOCTITE® RED ON ALL BOLTS BEFORE TIGHTENING. TIGHTEN ALL BOLTS ACCORDING TO TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.

17. After everything is in place, apply Loctite Red on all the bolts and torque to 75 ft. lbs. Start with the six holding the Z bracket first, go back and forth from side to side. Then go to the U-bolts, apply Loctite Red and torque to 75 ft. lbs. Do this to both sides of the vehicle.

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16. Replace the muffler hanger in front of the muffler.

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18. Using a 13MM socket loosen the bracket and tip so that the ball has clearance. Also insert three 3/8” washers behind the bracket to add space.

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1. Align pin (see grey arrow) with slot in hitch (see white arrow). Drop into receiver cylinder and depress locking tab.

12. Twist the ball 30 degrees clockwise while lifting

slightly until ball drops into position and locking tab snaps in place.

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Installing the Inverta Ball

1. Push in the locking tab and then lift and rotate the ball assembly counterclockwise. Continue rotating and lifting until the ball stud clears the receiver cylinder.

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Removing the Inverta Ball

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1. Align pin with storage slot in hitch.

2. Push in the locking tab and let the ball assembly drop into the receiver cylinder.

3. Pull the ball straight up to remove it from the stored position.

Storing the Inverta Ball

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exceptional customer care throughout your lifetime with our products. Our team is here to assist you

with any questions you may have regarding the performance of your product. Simply call

(402) 385-3051 and you can speak with our customer care team.

Additionally, please visit our website to see which rallies our Destination America team will be attending.

For a nominal fee, our service technician will service your towing system to ensure it’s in proper working condition. Also as a commitment to our customers, should you visit our factory you can stay at our full

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