Always wear SAFETY GLASSES
when installing hitch
Fasteners
typical
both sides
Conical Washer
Teeth side
Against hitch
1. Lower exhaust– Using an exhaust hanger removal tool, lower exhaust muffler by removing (3) rearmost rubber hangers. A spray of lubricant or soapy water
on rubber hangers makes them slide off metal pins more easily. NOTE: Be sure that exhaust is properly supported before removing rubber hangers.
2. Lower spare tire – Lower down the spare tire according to owner's manual.
3. Remove electric harness clip – Using a plastic trim tool, remove (1) electric harness clip from the bottom of frame rail on driver side, see Figure 2.
4. Install hitch – Using wire brush to clean the weldnuts if needed. Raise the hitch into position and loosely install conical washers ② and hex bolt ① to the
hitch, see Figure 1.
5. Tighten all M12 X 1.25 X 40 CL10.9 fasteners with torque wrench to 76 ft.lb. (103 N*m).
6. Reinstall spare tire and exhaust.
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: 76555, 84555, CQT76555
②
①
Figure 1
Frame rails
Weld nuts
Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch secure to the vehicle
when towing.
Sheet 3 of 15
Fastener Kit: 76555F
①
Qty. (6)
Hex bolt
M12x1.25x40 CL10.9
②
Qty. (6)
Conical washer 1/2"
Figure 2
76555NP
11-12-21
Rev. A