Draw-Tite 24882 SPORTFRAME HITCH - Manual

Installation Instructions
Chevrolet Cruze
Buick Verano
Part Numbers:
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Wiring Access Location: Cruze PC3, 4
Verano
Equipment Required: Pliers, Lubricant
Wrenches: 13mm, 11/16”
Access hole
Frame rail
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
Drawbar must be used in the
RISE position only.
Drawbar Kit:
3593
Fastener Kit: 24882F
24882
60299
77269
2000 LB (908 Kg) Max Gross Trailer Weight
200 LB (90.8 Kg) Max Tongue Weight
Note: Fasteners typical
both sides
1 1 1 1
2 2 2 2
3 3 3 3
4 4 4 4
5 5 5 5
Fascia
Buick Verano shown
Speed nut (3) this one located forward or
exhaust. Access hole under the heat shield in
this area.
Heat shield Speed nut
Forward
attachment
hole
Forward
attachment
hole
Access hole in
this area
Bolt to lower exhaust
on Buick Verano
Feed pull wire into attachment
hole and out access hole as shown
Forward of
vehicle
Exhaust pipe
Forward of vehicle
Figure 4.
Figure 1.
Note: Buick Verano has a different exhaust configuration. Due to this issue the heat shield needs to be lowered or trimmed to allow
access to the attachment holes in the frame rail. Driver’s side only.
1. Lower exhaust on Buick Verano by removing the bolt on the exhaust hanger. See Figure 1. Remove exhaust hanger bracket
(Spraying a lubricant on the metal hanger rod and the rubber isolator helps removal).
2. Buick Verano the heat shield needs to be lowered or trim to allow access to the attachment holes in the frame rail. Remove (3)
speed nuts using a screwdriver or pliers, (2) located at rear of heat shield and (1) forward of muffler. See Figure 2.
3. Install fasteners (item 1 & 4) using the pull wire provided. Leave pull wire attached. On Buick Verano driver’s side, gain access to
hole by trimming heat shield or lowering until fastener are in place. See Figure 3.
4. Raise hitch into position, by raising the hitch over the exhaust (on Buick Verano slide the hitch into position over the exhaust from
the rear of the vehicle). Sandwiching the heat shield between the hitch and the frame rail on the Buick Verano. Feed pull wire
through slots on the hitch.
5. Push the hitch against the frame rails and remove pull wires, and attach conical washers and nut (be careful not to push fastener
back into frame rail). Center hitch on vehicle. See Figure 4.
6. Torque all fasteners to specifications shown below.
7. Reinstall exhaust hanger and heat shield if lowered.
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2012 Cequent Performance Products, Inc Sheet 1 of 3 24882N 2-28-12 Rev. A
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.
Form F206 Rev A 5605
Tighten all 7/16-14 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 N*M)
1 1 1 1 Qty. (4) Carriage Bolt – 7/16-14 x 1.250 GR5 4 4 4 4 Qty. (4) Hex Nut – 7/16-14
2 2 2 2 Qty. (4) Spacer .125 X .900 X 3.00 5 5 5 5 Qty. (4) Pull Wire
3 3 3 3 Qty. (4) Conical Toothed Washer – 7/16”
Buick Verano shown
hole and out access hole as shown
Figure 2.
Figure 3.