Installation Manual

ManualsBrandsB&W Trailer Hitches ManualsAutomotiveB and W GNRK1116 - Turnover Ball Gooseneck Hitch - 2017-19 Ford Super Duty 2WD - Head and Rails - Complete Kit

Replace spare tire If the spare tire was removed

prior to installing the hitch, replace it at this time.

Retract the pin. Pull the handle out all the way until it

stops then slide it toward the cab. The handle should

stay in this position. The latch should only be put in

this open position when inverting the 2−5/16" ball or

installing a B&W towing accessory.

PREPARE FOR TOWING

Always be sure that latch pin is fully engaged in the

socket before towing.

Inspect hardware connections before towing to be

sure that they are secure.

Measure and determine turning clearance with cab

before towing unfamiliar trailers. Additional products

for increasing turning clearance are available from

B&W.

When inverting the ball, inspect the ball’s relationship

with the truck’s differential and drive line to ensure

proper clearance. DO NOT INVERT THE BALL

WHEN HAULING HEAVY LOADS ON 2 WHEEL

DRIVE TRUCKS. A plug for the socket is available

from B&W so that the ball may be removed and the

socket may be covered when hauling heavy loads.

Periodically grease the corners on the square shank of

the 2−5/16" ball.

Operating the tow vehicle while the latch is in the

open position may allow the handle to come into

contact with the rear tire. This may damage the tire

or the handle and could lead to serious injury or

death.

Lubricate 2−5/16" ball.

Apply a light coating of grease

to the corners on the square shank of the 2−5/16" ball.

Engage pin.

Move handle toward rear of truck until the

handle retracts and engages the 2−5/16" ball.

When installed properly the latch pin will pass

through the 2−5/16" ball and fully engage through

both walls of the hitch receiver. Failure of the pin to

engage the ball and hitch properly could result in a

loss of attachment between the trailer and the tow

vehicle.

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE

Modify fender liner. If a fender liner is present that

restricts the movement of the handle, it is

recommended that it be modified by cutting a relief

slot or hole to allow the handle to move freely. If the

liner was removed for installation, reinstall at this time.

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The handle operates in a very tight space within the

wheel well of the truck. Use caution when operating

the handle so that your hands and fingers do not

get injured on the sharp edges of the truck, or by

getting pinched against the frame due to the force

of the spring loaded latch pin.

1117 − 09 01 2017