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Always wear SAFETY GLASSES
when installing hitch
Authorized Drawbar Kit:
3593 (Sold Separately)
Drawbar must be used in
the RISE position only.
Figure 3
A. Insert bolt and B. Align block on
Block into frame access hole
Figure 4
Lower Exhaust – Remove the 3 rearmost rubber hangers to lower the exhaust. Be sure to support the exhaust to avoid damage.
1.
2. Remove heat shield - Using a 10mm socket, remove the nuts that hold the heat shield to the vehicle. Trim the heat shield in the area where the hitch contacts the framerail (dimensions
are approximate.) See Figure 2
Remove caulk – Using a scraper remove framerail caulk in the area the hitch will contact.
3.
Mark drilling position – Raise the hitch into position aligning the rearmost hole in the hitch bracket with rear attachment hole in the framerail and mark the location for drilling the forward
4.
attachment hole, set hitch aside.
Drill access / attachment hole – Using a 1" holesaw, drill the access hole in the frame.
5.
Fishwire fasteners – Using the fishwire technique in Figure 3, install the rearmost fastener through the drilled access hole (each side), then using the reverse fishwire technique in Figure
6.
4 install the forward fastener (each side) leave fishwires attached.
Install hitch – Reinstall trimmed heatshield. Raise hitch into position, aligning the holes in the hitch bracket with the installed bolts (use caution not to push fasteners into framerail).
7.
Remove fishwires, install conical washers (teeth side toward hitch) and nuts.
8. Tighten all fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 N*M)
9. Reinstall exhaust hangers– reinstall the (3) exhaust hangers to return the exhaust to the original position.
Note: check hitch frequently, making sure all fasteners and ball are properly tightened. If hitch is removed, plug all holes in trunk pan or other body panels to prevent entry of water and exhaust fumes. A hitch or ball which
has been damaged should be removed and replaced. Observe safety precautions when working beneath a vehicle and wear eye protection. Do not cut access or attachment holes with a torch. This product complies with safety
specifications and requirements for connecting devices and towing systems of the state of New York, V.E.S.C. Regulation V-5 and SAE J684.
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Installation Instructions
PART NUMBERS: 24983, 77983, CQT24983
Frame rail
Drilled Hole
C. Pull bolt
thru block
Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch secure to the vehicle when towing.
Conical washer
teeth side
against hitch
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Figure 1
Sheet 3 of 9
Fastener Kit: 24983N
Qty. (4) Carriage Bolt
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7/16"-14 x 1.50 GR5
Qty. (4) Spacer
k
.250 x .875 x 3.00
P/N – HE-2370-000
Qty. (4) Conical washer 7/16"
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P/N - 01292007
Qty. (4) Hex Nut
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7/16"-14 GR2
n Qty. (4) Fish Wire 7/16"
P/N - 5481
3"
7"
Figure 2
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24983N 5-12-19 Rev. A