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SECTION 5: CONNECTING YOUR TRAILER TO THE BASE UNIT
IMPORTANT Before connecting the
±
Ultimate Connection base to the kingpin
coupler, make sure that the remote latch
cable is pulled out to the open position.
Failure to do so can result in the trailer not
being secured to the Ultimate Connection
base. It may also cause damage to the coupler
assembly and/or Ultimate Ball.
Every time you connect a trailer to a tow vehicle
using the Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection, you
should make sure that all bolts are tightened to
the proper torque specs. Additionally, before each
trip—and regularly during a trip—check all
hardware, bolts and nuts for wear and fatigue.
5-1. With the latch in the open position, back the
tow vehicle underneath the trailer until the Kingpin
Coupler is directly above the Ultimate Ball.
NOTE: The red ball funnel that is part of your
Kingpin Coupler allows you to easily hook up the
Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection, even when up to
3" off center.
5-2. Lower the trailer until its full weight is resting
on the Ultimate Ball, making sure that the ball is
seated completely inside the coupler block's ball
socket.
The height of the Ultimate Ball can be adjusted
to allow for trailer leveling or to help with side rail
clearance for longer pin boxes.
5-3. Secure the Coupler Block by pushing in the
remote latch handle and then locking it in place by
turning it a full 90 degrees in either direction.
IMPORTANT DO NOT FORCE THE LATCH
±
CABLE HANDLE INWARD. If the handle will not
push in fully, check to make sure that the receiver
is fully seated over the Ultimate Ball.
NOTE:
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THERE IS NEVER A NEED TO GREASE BALL OR COUPLER
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