Always wear SAFETY GLASSES
when installing hitch
Authorized Drawbar Kit:
3593
(Sold Separately)
Drawbar must be used in
the RISE position only.
1.
Lower muffler– Remove exhaust hanger rod from rubber isolator, do this on driver side, passenger side and forward side of muffler. Use stand to support and prevent from
damaging muffler.
2.
Remove passenger side (RH) dust panel- Using a flathead screwdriver, remove (2) plastic rivets and using 10 mm socket remove (1) nut. Return to vehicle owner.
3.
Install hitch- (a) Install carriage bolts. Remove rubber plugs in frame access holes located on the underside of the frame forward from the mounting holes. Feed 7/16" bolts ① and
spacers ② through access holes using pull wires ⑤ through mounting holes located on the outside face of the frame on both sides, see Figure 2, and leave pull wire attached. (b)
Raise hitch into position. Slide wires and bolts through mounting holes of the hitch and remove pull wire, loosely secure conical washer ③ and 7/16" nuts ④, see Figure 1
4.
Tighten all 7/16'' fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 N*M).
5.
Re-attach exhaust and re-insert rubber plugs in access holes.
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: 24976, 77976, CQT24976
Fasteners
Frame Access Hole
both sides
Figure 1
typical
Conical washer
teeth side
against hitch
Sheet 3 of 9
Fastener Kit: 24976F
①
Qty. (4)
Carriage bolt
7/16''-14 x 1.75, GR5
②
Qty. (4)
Spacer .109 x .88 x 2.00
Part #: 1204
③
Qty. (4)
Conical washer 7/16''
Part #: 01292007
④
Qty. (4)
Hex nut 7/16''-14, GR2
⑤
Qty. (4)
Pull wire 7/16''
Part #: 5481
Kink pullwire to keep spacer
independent of bolt
⑤
Figure 2
Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch
secure to the vehicle when towing.
24976N
06-18-18
Rev. A