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BX3763

2005-2015 Toyota Tacoma 

(Includes Prerunner)

Installation Instructions

292-2737 Rev. J 

Page 1 of 10 

11/19/14 

Please read BOTH these Installation Instructions and the General Instructions prior to 

installing or operating this equipment.

1.   Blue Ox

®

 towing products and accessories 

are intended to be installed by Blue Ox

®  

Dealers who are familiar with our products 

and have the equipment and knowledge 

necessary to do “fit work”. When necessary 

Blue Ox

®

 Dealers can be found at 

www.

blueox.com 

or by contacting our Customer 

Care Department at (402) 385-3051.

2.   Many Blue Ox

®

 baseplates are designed to 

use existing holes and hardware to mount 

the baseplate to the towed vehicle. Even 

though bolts are there, do not assume they 

are adequate for baseplate mounting. Always 

use hardware supplied in the hardware kit 

and existing hardware where specified in the 

installation instructions. 

Reference your vehicle owner’s 

manual for manufacturer’s towing 

specifications. 

Attachment Tab Height: 11.5”

Attachment Tab Width: 30.5"

Serial Number

If the front of your vehicle looks different 

than this, please call us at (402)385-3051.

!

Failure to read and follow these instructions 

could result in separation of the towed vehicle 

from the tow bar, causing property damage, 

loss of towed vehicle, personal injury or death.

WARNING

Bolt Size

Grade 5

Grade 8

1/4”

10

14

5/16”

19

29

3/8”

33

47

7/16”

54

78

1/2”

78

119

5/8”

154

230

3/4”

257

380

Bolt Torque Specifications 

Torque in Foot-Pounds for Inch Bolts

 

Bolt Torque Specifications 

Torque in Foot-Pounds for Metric Bolts 

Bolt Size Grade 8.8 Grade 10.9

6MM

6

8

8MM

16

22

10MM

31

40

12MM

54

70

14MM

89

117

16MM

161

230

18MM

222

318

Summary of Contents for BX3763

Page 1: ...re adequate for baseplate mounting Always use hardware supplied in the hardware kit and existing hardware where specified in the installation instructions Reference your vehicle owner s manual for manufacturer s towing specifications Attachment Tab Height 11 5 Attachment Tab Width 30 5 Serial Number If the front of your vehicle looks different than this please call us at 402 385 3051 Failure to re...

Page 2: ...pensate for vehicle manufacturer s tolerances These minor adjustments may include filing a hole slightly bending electrical rods or bending end plates The BX8869 Tail Light Wiring Kit is recommended for this vehicle Location for the BX8869 is on the driver s side tail light assembly NOTICE Handling of some cosmetic parts when installing this product may require the use of protective covers rags sp...

Page 3: ...6 x 1 Self Tapping Screw ZP 18 2 202 0005 1 2 13 Hex Nut ZP 19 2 202 0047 10 32 Hex Nut 20 2 202 0069 1 4 20 Hex Flange Whiz Lock Nut ZP 21 1 202 0102 1 4 20 Hex Nut with Nylon Insert ZP 22 2 203 0001 1 4 Flat Washer ZP 23 2 203 0005 1 2 Flat Washer ZP 24 2 203 0008 1 4 Lock Washer ZP 25 4 203 0010 3 8 Lock Washer ZP 26 6 203 0012 1 2 Lock Washer ZP 27 2 203 0054 10 Lock Washer 28 4 203 0105 12MM ...

Page 4: ...ent parts on your baseplate Do not substitute homemade or nontypical parts If a bolt is lost or in need of replacement for your safety and the preservation of your baseplate be sure to use a replacement bolt of the same grade usually grade 5 refer to parts list Repair parts may be ordered through your nearest Blue Ox dealer or distributor BX3763 2005 2015 Toyota Tacoma Includes Prerunner Installat...

Page 5: ...move the bolt using a 12MM socket and slide outer tube out The outer tubes will not be reinstalled 3 Locate the frame extension with a reciprocating saw remove the end portion of the cross member slightly so it is flush with the tab Be sure to paint edges with a high quality paint in order to prevent rusting BX3763 2005 2015 Toyota Tacoma Includes Prerunner Installation Instructions 292 2737 Rev J...

Page 6: ...allet to bend the tabs upward where the push pins were located 5 Insert the 7 8 O D spacer tube item 9 into the opening in the side of the lower extension below the frame end so it is flush BX3763 2005 2015 Toyota Tacoma Includes Prerunner Installation Instructions 292 2737 Rev J Page 6 of 10 11 19 14 DS PS DS PS ...

Page 7: ... the tab Align the forward hole of the baseplate with the existing hole of the lower extension that has the 7 8 O D spacer tube inserted Place the 1 2 x 4 hex bolts through the outside of the baseplate and hand tighten Insert the removable attachment tabs into baseplate align tabs level with the vehicle clamp end plates to frame with vise grips and tighten 1 2 hex nuts on both sides Be sure to use...

Page 8: ...On the inside of the frame remove the cap on BOTH sides of the vehicle Install 3 8 16 nut plates onto the 3 8 x 2 bolts from step 8 Fully tighten all bolts and reinstall the caps BX3763 2005 2015 Toyota Tacoma Includes Prerunner Installation Instructions 292 2737 Rev J Page 8 of 10 11 19 14 DS PS ...

Page 9: ...s to frame of vehicle Additional options may interfere with suggested mounting in this case secure the cables to a solid piece of the frame as described in the instructions included with the permanent baseplate safety cables Be sure the safety cables do not rub against any hoses or moving parts Do this on both sides of the vehicle NOTE You will have to square off the belly pan slightly prior to re...

Page 10: ...r 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 service Blue Ox campground at no charge along with enjoying a factory tour Again thank you for being our customer ...

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