Always wear SAFETY GLASSES
when installing hitch
Conical Washer
Teeth side
Against hitch
3.5"
Figure 2
1.) Remove the Fascia
a.) Using a drill and a 5/32" drill bit, remove the (3) rivets located inside the wheel well on each side of the vehicle, and the (4) rivets located inside the trunk
opening. Note: a 5/32" allen bit may be useful to remove the rubber trunk stopper to allow access to the rivets located near the brake lights.
b.) Using an 7mm socket, remove (1) screw from the top side of the wheel well on each side of the vehicle.
c.) Using a flat blade screw driver, remove the (4) push pins located underneath the trunk opening, at the top of the fascia.
d.) Remove the fascia
2.) Lower the exhaust using exhaust removal pliers, detach the (2) exhaust hangers on each side of the vehicle. Note: make sure that the exhaust system is supported
prior to lowering the exhaust. Note: use of spray lubricant may be useful in removing exhaust hangers.
3.) Remove bumper beam. Using a 13mm socket, remove the (3) nuts holding the bumper beam on each side of the vehicle. Remove all wiring from bumper beam and
return bumper beam to customer.
4.) Insert hitch into frame rails and install fasteners. Once hitch is in position, attach the carriage bolt to the pull wire. Feed the pull wire through the block and then
the frame rail and out the attachment holes. Make sure the blocks are aligned properly and do not overlap, (3) fastener assemblies per side.
5.) Tighten all 1/2-13 Gr5 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M)
6.) If equipped with reverse sensors: Use cable ties to secure the wiring harness to the hitch cross tube.
7.) Trim the fascia according to figure 2.
8.) Raise exhaust back into place and replace fascia by reversing the process in step 1.
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: 76225, 84225, CQT76225
Pull wire access location
5
Figure 1
4
2
3
Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch secure to the vehicle when towing.
Sheet 3 of 18
76225NP
Fastener Kit: 76196F
①
Qty.(6)
Pull wire 1/2
Part no. 5482
②
Qty. (6)
Conical Tooth
Washer 1/2"
Part no. 01292008
Qty. (6)
Hex Nut
3
1/2-13 GR 5
Qty. (6)
Block 1/4" x 1.0" x 3.0"
4
Part no. 3022
Qty. (6)
Carriage Bolt
5
1/2 – 13 x 1.75
Qty. (1)
Cable Tie
6
Part no. 0827080-00
Qty (10)
Rivet Plastic Expansion
7
Part no. 110269
1
Kink pullwire to keep spacer
independent of bolt
Fasteners
typical
both sides
11-7-17
Rev. A