Trailer Hitch: Service and Repair

TRAILER HITCH

REMOVAL

1. Remove rear fascia, refer to Rear Bumper.
2. Remove screws attaching trailer harness plug to trailer hitch.
3. Disconnect harness connector from harness plug.
4. Position support stands under trailer hitch.

Fig. 14:

5. Remove bolts attaching trailer hitch to frame rails (Fig. 14).
6. Separate trailer hitch from vehicle.

INSTALLATION

1. Position trailer hitch on support stands.
2. Position trailer hitch on vehicle.
3. Install bolts attaching trailer hitch to frame rails. Tighten bolts to 68 N.m (50 lbs.) torque.
4. Connect harness connector to harness plug.
5. Position harness plug in trailer hitch and install screws.
6. Install rear fascia.