Torque Specs for 1/2 Inch Installation Bolts of Curt Class II Receiver Hitch on 2014 Ford Fusion

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I bought a Curt hitch class 2 for Ford fusion 2014. Can you tell me the torque specs for that please?

asked by: Muneeb

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Expert Reply:

We do not publish the torque specs for the hardware used in the hitch installations because the hitch manufacturers will occasionally change the hardware included with the hitch which in many cases will change the proper torque spec. Therefore, we simply refer folks to the installation instructions which the hitch manufacturers do a great job of keeping current. The Class II trailer hitch for your 2014 Fusion is part # C12091, and you can see the torque spec in step # 5 of the instructions which I've linked for you.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

When installing the Draw-Tite Class I Receiver Hitch #24897 on your 2017 Ford Fusion Energi (along with the other hitch models available for this vehicle) you will indeed want to trim the rear fascia instead of removing it completely in order to…

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Answer 2

A class II trailer hitch, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C12091 is a far better option to use on your 2016 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid even for carrying bikes with a hitch mounted bike rack. The reason for this is that it can 1) allow you to carry more…

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Answer 3

That is a confusing series of notes for Curt trailer hitch #C12091 and the 2015 Ford Fusion. Basically, the instructions call for the removal of a fascia piece. But it is possible to trim it and reinstall it hence the contradictory notes. I have…

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Answer 4

Starting with the safety chains they really need to be attached to the trailer frame and not the coupler hardware. If there is no where to attach the chains on the trailer you can weld on safety chain mounting brackets such as #MB12, #MB38, or #MB58.…

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Answer 5

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 6

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 7

Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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Answer 8

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 11

The Kuat Sherpa 2.0 #SH22G and the NV 2.0 #NV22G that you referenced are both excellent platform-style racks that will hold your bikes by the front wheels with no frame contact. These are top-of-the-line carriers and you really would not go wrong…

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Answer 12

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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