FOR INSTALLATION WITH
M5 MOUNTING LEGS
TO INCREASE THE GAP BETWEEN TRAILER AND TRUCK CAB by 1-1/2".
The center section has an option to increase the gap between the trailer front and the truck cab by 1-1/2" by rotating the center
section 180 degrees. Whenever possible, it is recommended to locate the king pin ahead of truck rear axle and maintain proper
1.
Remove the head by pulling the spring clips off the head retainer pins. Then pull the head retainer pin out of the head.
NOTICE: A slight push down on the head will help to pull the head retainer pin out.
2.
Lift the head off and set aside.
3.
Remove the bolts holding the legs on the center section and rotate the center section (all vehicles), OR disconnect the
feet from the bed and rotate the center section and leg assembly (not possible with RAM vehicles).
4.
Re connect the center section or the center section and leg assembly per the installation instructions of that portion.
5.
Remove the logo/rating cover by gently prying the two lower plastic retainers with the cover away from the center section.
Avoid scratching the paint by using plastic auto trim tools. The top will pivot and pull away once the cover rotates up
enough.
6.
Re-install on the other side (truck rear) by reversing the above process.
7.
Remove the head springs by removing the 1/4" bolt (7/16" socket) and flip them from right to left. When installed properly,
the springs should be pointing up towards the truck cab and tighten to 7-8 ft-lbs. Springs will flex freely.
8.
Re apply grease to the head and center section interface and re-install the head per instructions.
CAUTION: Place hands or fingers on either side of the pivot interface to prevent pinching.
9.
Re-install head retainer pins and clips per head instructions.
Pinch
Area
Grease points
Head spring
assembly
Logo/Rating cover
Plastic retainers
©
2017 Horizon Global America Inc.
Product Instructions
M5 HEAD & CENTER SECTION
truck cab clearance.
CAUTION: Avoid getting fingers pinched in pinch point areas.
Shown in factory location with offset towards cab of truck
Head springs
FIG. 18
30884N
Page 3 of 33
Part Number:
30892 & 30884
Sight holes to
help spring clip
installation
Grease points
Pinch
point
area
10/25/2017
Rev. A