End panel
Bumper beam
Existing M10 Flange Nut
(2) Places
Figure 1
Remove taillights - Open tailgate. Remove plastic cover near taillight, using a phillips head screwdriver, remove (2) push-pin rivets holding cover to taillight housing, both sides. Using a
1.
10mm socket, remove (2) screws from taillight and remove taillight by gently pulling rearward. Disconnect the wiring and set taillight aside, both sides.
Remove fascia - a.) Using a flat head screw driver, remove (3) plastic push-pin rivets from along bottom center edge of fascia.
2.
b.) Using a flat head screw driver, remove (1) plastic push-pin rivet from outer bottom edge of fascia near wheel well, both sides.
c.) Using a flat head screw driver, from inside the rear wheel well, remove the top rivet located just below the seam of bumper fascia. (1) per side. Do not remove the bottom (2) rivets from
wheel well area. Note: The factory rivets cannot be reused. Four (4) replacement rivets are supplied, (2) required, (2) spare.
d.) Using a plastic trim tool, starting at the outer ends near wheel well, carefully remove the fascia by gently pulling rearward while releasing the clips holding the fascia.
e.) If equipped, disconnect all wiring harnesses from fascia and carefully set fascia aside.
Remove bumper beam – using a 14mm socket with extension, remove (2) M10 flange hex nuts and (4) M10 hex bolts from bumper beam. If equipped, disconnect the blind spot monitor
3.
wire from top of bumper beam. Set bumper beam aside. Keep hex flange nuts for hitch installation. Return factory hex bolts to vehicle owner. See Figure 1.
Apply sealant - apply silicone sealant to both hitch bracket mounting surfaces. See Figure 2.
4.
Install Hitch and Bumper beam - Raise hitch and bumper beam into position aligning holes with studs and weldnuts in end panel. See Figure 1. Loosely reinstall the (2) existing M10 flange
5.
nuts onto the studs, and (4) M10 hex bolts provided with hitch into weldnuts in end panel. If equipped, reconnect blind spot monitor wire to top of bumper beam.
6.
Tighten all M10-1.25 CL8.8 fasteners with torque wrench to 42 Lb.-Ft. (57 N*M)
Trim fascia –Locate the center of the fascia. Using a tape measure, marker, and utility knife, cut a notch in the bottom of fascia approximately 4'' wide by 3-5/8" tall.
7.
See Figure 3. Note: Be sure area is clear of all electrical wiring before trimming.
Reinstall fascia – Reconnect all wiring first. Then reinstall the fascia using original push-pin rivets removed in step 2. Next, using a plastic rivet gun, install (1) rivet to hold fascia at the rear
8.
wheel well location removed in step 2.
Reinstall taillights – reinstall taillights and taillight covers using original fasteners and reconnect all wiring removed in step 2.
9.
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: 76333, 84333, CQT76333
Existing M10-1.25 Stud
(2) Places
②
Fasteners
①
typical
both sides
Not included
Figure 2
M10-1.25 weldnuts in End Panel
(4) Places
Area to trim
4"
Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch secure to the vehicle when towing.
Sheet 3 of 24
Fastener Kit: 76333F
Hex Bolt
①
Qty. (4)
M10 X 1.25 X 35 CL8.8
Conical washer 3/8"
②
Qty. (4)
Part no. 01292006
Plastic Rivet
③
Qty. (4)
(2 required)
Always wear SAFETY GLASSES
when installing hitch
C L
3-5/8"
Bottom View Fascia
76333NP
03-02-20
Figure 3
Rev. A