Horizon Global 76398 Instrucciones De Instalación página 3

Always wear SAFETY GLASSES
when installing hitch
1. Lower spare tire – Lower and remove spare tire from vehicle. The tire release is located underneath storage compartment in the back of the vehicle.
2. Remove underbody panel - Remove the driver side rear plastic cover, located underneath the vehicle, remove plastic push pins and nuts.
3. Lower exhaust – Lower exhaust by removing the (3) rearmost rubber hangers. Be sure to support the exhaust before removing hangers.
4. Remove rubber plug – Remove one (1) rubber plug from bottom of each frame rail. Do not install hitch on top of rubber plugs.
5. Install hitch – Raise hitch into position, raising the passenger's side hitch bracket above the exhaust first, then raise the driver's side into position.
6. Install fasteners – Loosely install six (6) M12 bolts and 1/2" conical washers into existing weldnuts in frame rails, (3) per side. See Figure 1.
7. Bolt tightening sequence: - First, only hand tighten bottom bolts (1 per side), snug until hitch mounting surface is flush against bottom of frame, both sides. -
Next, tighten (4) horizontal attachment bolts, (2) per side, with torque wrench as specified so hitch brackets are flush against the inside of frame rails, both
sides. - Final, torque bottom bolts to proper specification. 76 Lb.-Ft. (103 N*M)
Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch secure to the vehicle when towing.
8. Raise exhaust - Raise exhaust back into position and reattach rubber hangers.
9. Reinstall underbody panel - Reinstall underbody panel removed earlier.
10. Reinstall spare tire – Reinstall spare tire and make sure it is seated properly.
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.
©2021 Horizon Global™ Corp - Printed in Mexico
Installation Instructions
PART NUMBERS: 76398, 84398, CQT76398
②
①
②
②
①
①
Figure 1.
Frame rail
Fasteners
typical
both sides
Sheet 3 of 24
Fastener Kit: 76398F
① Qty. (6) Hex Bolt
M12 X 1.25 X 40mm
② Qty. (6) Conical washer 1/2"
Conical washer
teeth side
against hitch
76398NP 1-28-21 Rev. A