Trailer Hitch: Service and Repair

Trailer Hitch Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the plate bracket (4), if equipped, from the hitch platform (1) bolts and the nuts (3).




2. Remove the license plate bracket assembly, if equipped, from the (5) hitch platform.
3. Remove the (6) bolts, the (1) washers, and the nuts from the hitch platform and the frame rail.
4. Remove the hitch platform from the vehicle.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the (1) hitch platform to the vehicle.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the hitch (6) bolts and the (1) washers through the frame rails and with the (2) nuts.

Tighten the hitch to the frame bolts to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).

3. Install the license plate bracket assembly, if equipped, to the hitch platform.
4. Install the bolts and the nuts.