Draw-Tite 24866 SPORTFRAME HITCH - Manual

Installation Instructions
Volkswagen Jetta
Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
Volkswagen Golf Wagon (Canada only)
Part Numbers:
60283
24866
77249
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Equipment Required: 7/16” Pull Wire (Provided),
Tape, and Sealant
Wrenches: Torx ® 25, 10mm,
13mm,11/16”, 3/4”
Drill Bits: NONE
1. Remove plastic fascia from underneath the passenger side of vehicle by removing the (2-3) Torx ® 25 screws and (2) plastic hex nuts. Return plastic fascia cover
to owner.
2. Remove the (2) remaining Torx ® 25 screws from the underside of vehicle fascia (do not discard). Not present on 2011 sedan.
3. Lower the exhaust by removing the rubber exhaust isolator ahead of the axle and the (2) bolts from the exhaust hanger bracket. Support as required.
4. Bend the two small tabs of the exhaust bracket up (fig. 2). Lower fuel vapor canister on passenger side (if present).
5. Using a pull wire, feed the 7/16” carriage bolt and spacer (Item 10 & 11) through access slot in the passenger side frame. Leave pull wire attached. Bend the
handle nut (Item 3) and insert into passenger side frame over the center hole. Tape spacer (Item 9) to inside of side bracket.
6. Rotate the exhaust bracket out of the way and raise the hitch into place. Thread the 7/16 pull wire through spacer and side bracket as your are lifting the hitch.
7. Install M12 bolt and washer (Item 1 & 2) as shown. Rotate exhaust bracket back into place and install (2) M8 bolts and washers (Item 12 & 13). Remove 7/16 pull
wire and install 7/16” nut and washer (Item 7 & 8) as shown.
8. Remove spare tire and driver’s side forward rubber plug from spare tire well. Install 1/2” bolt and spacer (Item 5 & 6) as shown with sealant (not provided) to
prevent exhaust and water from entering. Install 1/2” nut and washer (Item 4 & 2) as shown.
9. Tighten fasteners as specified. Reinstall spare tire, fuel vapor canister, exhaust isolator, and fasteners removed that are required for fascia attachment.
Tighten all 7/16” fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 n*m)
© 2011 Cequent Performance Products, Inc Sheet 1 of 3 24866N 5-26-11 Rev. B
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Qty. (1) Hex Bolt M12 x 1.25 x 30mm CL 8.8
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Qty. (1) Conical Washer 7/16”
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Qty. (2) Conical Washer 1/2” r
Qty. (1) Spacer .438 x 1.00 x 2.00
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Qty. (1) Handle Nut M12
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Qty. (1) Carriage Bolt 7/16-14 x 2.00
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Qty. (1) Hex Nut 1/2” 11 Qty. (1) Spacer - .188 x 1.00 x 3.50
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Qty. (1) Carriage Bolt 1/2- 13 x 2.00 GR 5 12 Qty. (2) Hex Bolt M8 x 1.25 x 40mm CL 8.8
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Qty. (1) Spacer .25 x 1.50 x 3.00 13 Qty. (2) Conical Washer 3/8”
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Qty. (1) Hex Nut 7/16 - 14
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Tighten all 1/2” fasteners with torque wrench to 75 Lb.-Ft. (102 n*m)
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.
Fastener Kit: 24866F
Form: F205 Rev B 11-11-2010
Wiring Access Location: (sedan) PC 3&4,
(wagon) SUV 3&4
2000 LB (908 kg) Max Gross Trailer Weight
200 LB (91 kg) Max Tongue Weight
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
Drawbar must be used in the
rise position only.
Drawbar Kit:
3593
FUEL VAPOR
CANISTER
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BEND TABS UP
(STEP 4)
EXHAUST HANGER
BRACKET
ACCESS SLOT
Tighten all M8 fasteners with torque wrench to 20 Lb.-Ft. (27 n*m) Tighten all M12 fasteners with torque wrench to 68 Lb.-Ft. (92 n*m)
Fig. 2
Fig. 1
SPARE TIRE
WELL
FASCIA