Authorized Drawbar Kit:
3593
(Sold Separately)
Drawbar must be used in the
RISE position only.
Bumper beam
Rear
Existing
M8-1.25 flange nuts
(6) Places
Always wear SAFETY GLASSES
when installing hitch
1.
Remove fascia
a.) using a 7 mm socket, remove (1) screw inside of rear wheel well, and (5) screws holding splash guard to fascia, both sides.
b.) using a flat head screw driver, remove (2) plastic retainers at the bottom center of Fascia.
c.) using a Phillips head screw driver, remove (2) screws holding tail lights to vehicle, both sides. Gently pull taillights rearward. Unplug wiring harness or remove bulbs from taillight
housings. NOTE: Red wire is Top, Yellow wire is Center, and Blue wire is Bottom. See Figure 2.
d.) using a Phillips head screw driver, remove (2) screws holding fascia to vehicle, (1) per side.
e.) using a plastic trim panel tool, gently remove the plastic fascia starting at the wheel wells first. See Figure 3.
Remove bumper beam – using a 13mm socket with extension, remove (6) flange nuts attaching bumper beam to end panel. See Figure 1.
2.
Hitch installation – raise hitch and bumper beam into position aligning holes with studs on the end panel. Sandwich the hitch between bumper beam and end panel. See Figure 1.
3.
Reinstall fasteners - Loosely reinstall the existing (6) flange nuts onto studs in end panel, (3) per side.
4.
5.
Tighten all fasteners with torque wrench to 20 Lb.-Ft. (27 N*M)
Trim and reinstall fascia & splash guards – measure, mark, and trim fascia as shown in figure 4. Reinstall fascia and splash guards.
6.
Reinstall taillights and wiring – reconnect the wiring and reinstall the taillights using the original (4) philips head screws, (2) per side.
7.
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: 24941, 77328, CQT24941
End panel
Figure 1
Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch secure to the vehicle when towing.
NOTE: Fascia tabs are
not centered on
vehicle. DO NOT
measure from tabs to
locate area to trim.
C L
CENTERLINE OF BUMPER
3-1/4"
Figure 4
Bottom View of Bumper Fascia
Sheet 3 of 18
Figure 2
Figure 3
2-1/4"
24941NP
4-14-17
Rev. B