Draw-Tite 24877 SPORTFRAME HITCH - Manual

Installation Instructions
Volkswagen Beetle
Volkswagen Beetle TDI (Turbo Diesel)
excludes gas Turbo and all convertible models
Part Numbers:
Hitch Shown In Proper Position
Wiring Access Location: PC3 & 4
Equipment Required:
Wrenches: 12mm. 11/16”
Frame rail
Figure 1.
1. Remove existing exhaust hanger bolt on driver side frame rail. Retain for use in passenger frame rail.
2. Run M12 bolts into the forward bolt hole on passenger side rail to clear threads and remove.
3. Install 7/16 carriage bolt and spacer as shown using the reverse pullwire method as shown in Fig. 3. Leave
pullwires attached.
4. Feed pullwires through the rearward holes on the hitch.
5. Raise hitch into position as shown. On the drivers side rail slide the heat shield (if applicable) and exhaust
hanger into position on top of the hitch bracket and install the bolt and conical and spacer item 7 through the
hanger, heat shield and hitch bracket. See Fig. 1 & 2 On passenger side rail reuse the bolt removed in step 1.
6. Using forward bolts to hold the hitch in place remove pullwires and attach conical washers and hex nut.
7. Tighten all fasteners to the required torque specification.
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Sheet 1 of 3 24877N 2-14-13 Rev. C
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Qty. (2) 7/16-14 X 2.00 Carriage bolt GR5
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Qty. (1) M12 X 1.50 X 45 CL 10.9
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Qty. (2) Spacer .25 X 1.00 X 3.00
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Qty. (1) 1/2” Conical washer
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Qty. (2) 7/16” Conical washer
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Qty. (1) Spacer .25 X 1 X 1.50
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Qty. (2) 7/16-14 Hex hut
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Qty. (2) 7/16 Pullwire
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.
Do Not Exceed Lower of Towing Vehicle
Manufacturer’s Rating or
Drawbar must be used in the
RISE position only.
Drawbar Kit:
3594
Fastener Kit: 24877F
Form F206 Rev A 5605
24877
60294
77264
24774
U-Haul
2000 LB (908 Kg) Max Gross Trailer Weight
200 LB (90.8 Kg) Max Tongue Weight
Tighten all M12 CL10.9 fasteners with torque wrench to 90 Lb.-Ft. (120 N*M)
Tighten all 7/16 GR5 fasteners with torque wrench to 50 Lb.-Ft. (68 N*M)
Example of
pullwire procedure
Reverse pullwire technique
Figure 3.
Rearward
Heat shield
(Not on TDI)
Exhaust hanger
Frame rail
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Fascia
Hitch bracket
Figure 2.
Existing
bolt from
Driver’s
side
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Existing weldnuts –
both sides
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