Always wear SAFETY GLASSES
when installing hitch
④
Fasteners
typical
both sides
Conical washer
teeth side
against hitch
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: 76599, 84599, CQT76599
Access Hole
③
②
①
Figure 1
①
②
③
④
⑤
Kink pullwire to keep spacer
⑤
Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch
secure to the vehicle when towing.
Sheet 3 of 21
76599NP
Fastener Kit: 76599F
Qty. (4)
Carriage bolt
7/16''-14 x 1.25, GR5
Qty. (4)
Spacer .109 x .88 x 2.00
Qty. (4)
Conical washer 7/16''
Qty. (4)
Hex nut 7/16''-14, GR2
Qty. (4)
Pull wire 7/16''
independent of bolt
Figure 2
04-25-22
Rev. A