Trailer Hitch: Service and Repair
RECEIVER KIT-TRAILER TOWREMOVAL
1. Remove the rear bumper.
2. Remove the rear cab to frame bolts (3) and rebound cushions (2) to remove the front hitch bolt.
3. Support trailer hitch on a suitable lifting device.
4. Disconnect the trailer electrical wiring electrical connector.
5. Remove the bolts (3 and 5) and nuts (2) attaching trailer hitch (4) to frame rails (1).
6. Separate trailer hitch (4) from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Position trailer hitch on vehicle.
2. Install the bolts and nuts (2, 3 and 5) attaching trailer hitch to frame rail and tighten to 183 N.m (135 ft.lbs.).
3. Connect the trailer wiring electrical connector.
4. Install the rear body rebound cushions (2) and cab mounting bolts (3) and tighten to 81 N.m (60 ft.lbs.).
5. Install the rear bumper.