Smittybilt JH44 Rear Hitch - Manual

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Installation Instructions
Jeep Rear Hitch (Part # JH44)
1987-2006 Jeep Wranglers
NOTE: Carefully read entire instructions thoroughly before attempting
to assemble and/or install this product.
Parts Included Qty Tools Needed
Rear Hitch 1 Drill
10 mm Bolts 8 Drill Bit Set
10 mm Lock Washers 8 Ratchet
10 mm Nuts 8 Sockets Set
10 mm Flat Washers 16 Wrench Set
12 mm Bolts 4
12 mm Lock Washers 4
12 mm Flat Washers 8
12 mm Nuts 4
Step 1: Remove the factory bumper or bumperettes. On 97-06 Models you need to remove the plastic end
guards first. (Figure 1,2)
(Figure 1) (Figure 2)
Step 2: Place the hitch up against the rear frame. Line the outer holes on the brackets with the outer holes on
frame. On 1987-95 models all of the holes will line up with holes in the frame. (Proceed to Step 5)
On 97-on models you will need to drill the inner holes. (Proceed to the next Step)