Always wear SAFETY GLASSES
when installing hitch
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①
Frame Rail
②
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m
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Fasteners
Figure 1
typical on
both sides
1. Remove screws from fascia - Use T15 torxbit to remove (2) screws (with clips) from the bottom of the fascia. NOTE: If underbody panel is present, use M10 socket
to remove (3) plastic nuts from the forward edge of the underbody panel. Use a T25 remove (4) screws from the rearward edge of the underbody panel. Return to
vehicle owner.
2. Loosen wheel well liner – Use T25 torxbit to remove (2) screws from bottom of driver side wheel well liner. Use T25 torxbit to remove (4) screws from the driver
side wheel well liner. Use T25 torxbit to remove (1) screw from inside wheel well liner. Repeat this process for passenger side
3. Remove taillight cover/light – Use plastic trim tools to remove the plastic taillight cover from the driver side. Use T25 torxbit remove (2) screws behind the cover
that was removed. Gently disconnect the taillight from the vehicle and set aside. Repeat this process for passenger side.
4. Remove plastic cover – Use flat head screwdriver to remove plastic cover below driver side taillight. Use T30 torxbit to remove (1) screw from under plastic cover.
Repeat this process for passenger side.
5. Remove fascia - Use plastic trim tools to remove the fascia starting at the outer edges near the wheel wells and gently pull the fascia. Carefully set the fascia aside
for reinstallation.
6. Enlarge access hole/Install hitch – Use die grinder to enlarge the access hole so hardware will fit. Remove excess caulk from frame rail. Using pull wire, feed the
carriage bolt and spacer into frame rails and bracket holes from access hole. Raise hitch into position and align holes with holes in frame rail. Remove pull wires and
loosely install conical washers and hex nuts to hitch, see Figure 1.
7. Tighten all 1/2-13 Gr5 fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 N*M).
8. Trim fascia – Locate the center of fascia. Use a tape measure, marker, and die grinder, to cut a 4.75"x4.25" notch in the bottom of fascia. See Figure 2. Note: Be
sure area is clear of all electrical wiring before trimming.
9. Reinstall the fascia, fasteners, wheel trims, taillight cover and taillights removed in Step 1-5.
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: 76547, 84547, CQT76547
Trim area
Access hole
Conical washer
teeth side
against hitch
CL
4.75"
4.25"
Figure 2
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Kink pullwire to keep spacer
independent of bolt
Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch secure to the vehicle when towing.
Sheet 3 of 18
Fastener Kit: 76547F
①
Qty. (4)
Carriage Bolt
½-13x1 ¾ " GR5
②
Qty. (2)
Spacer
¼ "x1"x 3"
Qty. (2)
Spacer
l
¼ "x1"x 2"
Qty. (4)
Conical washer 1/2"
m
Qty. (4)
Hex nut
n
1/2'', GR5
Qty. (4)
Pullwire 1/2''– 13
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A. Insert bolt and
B. Align block on
access hole
Block into frame
76547NP
10-1-21
C. Pull bolt
thru block
Rev. A