6. Enlarge access hole/Install hitch – Use die grinder to enlarge the access hole so hardware will fit. Remove excess caulk from frame rail. Using pull wire, feed the
carriage bolt and spacer into frame rails and bracket holes from access hole. Raise hitch into position and align holes with holes in frame rail. Remove pull wires and
loosely install conical washers and hex nuts to hitch, see Figure 1.
7. Tighten all 1/2-13 Gr5 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M).
8. Trim fascia – Locate the center of fascia. Use a tape measure, marker,
and die grinder, to cut a 4.75"x4.25" notch in the bottom of fascia. See
Figure 2. Note: Be sure area is clear of all electrical wiring before trimming.