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Rear
Existing
flange nuts
1.
Fascia removal – use 7 mm socket and T-15 stardriver to remove (10) bolts and (4) screws, 1 bolt each side is hidden behind the wheel well liner. see Figure 2.
2.
Fascia removal – Gently remove the fascia and unplug wiring. Set bumper fascia aside.
3.
Bumper beam removal – Use 15 mm socket to remove (8) flange nuts, attaching bumper to end panel, and then slide exhaust bracket off of the 2 lower studs then remove bumper beam, see Figure 3.
4.
Hitch installation – raise the hitch and align the attachment holes on hitch with studs on the end panel. Raise the bumper beam and sandwich the hitch, re-align the exhaust bracket with the 2 lower studs.
see Figure 1. Reuse the flange nuts and loosely fasten them.
5.
Tighten all fasteners with torque wrench to 53 Lb.-Ft. (72 N*M)
Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch secure to the vehicle when towing.
6.
Reinstall the wiring, fasteners, fascia, in steps 1 and 2. (Trim center, inside, lower edge of fascia in area of the hitch if necessary.) The hitch is intentionally designed to be close to the fascia at the center.
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: 24938, 77326, CQT24938
(Sold separately)
Drawbar Kit: 3593
Drawbar must be used in the
RISE position only.
Bumper end
panel
Bumper
beam
Figure 1
Sheet 3 of 15
24938NP
Figure 2
Figure 3
2/14/16
Rev. A