Trailer Hitch: Service and Repair

Trailer Hitch Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.




2. Disconnect the trailer wiring harness.
3. Remove the rear fascia. Refer to Fascia Replacement - Rear Bumper (Service and Repair) in Bumpers.




4. Remove the trailer hitch mounting bolts from the frame rails.
5. Remove the trailer hitch from the vehicle.



Installation Procedure

1. Position the trailer hitch to the vehicle.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Install the trailer hitch mounting bolts to the frame rails.

Tighten the bolts to 261 N.m (195 lb ft).

3. Install the rear fascia. Refer to Fascia Replacement - Rear Bumper (Service and Repair) in Bumpers.




4. Connect the trailer wiring harness.
5. Lower the vehicle.