curt 13532 User manual

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Weight Carrying Capacity
Tongue weight (TW) 150 lbs.
INSTALLATION MANUAL 13532
Tools Required
Ratchet Torque wrench
Socket, 8mm Tape measure
Socket, 12mm Rotary tool
Socket, 15mm Tape
Socket, 3/4" Cut-off wheel
Socket extension, 3" --
* For a tools reference guide visit
curtmfg.com/trailer-hitch-installation
Level of Difficulty
Difficult
Installation difficulty levels are based on time
and effort involved and may vary depending on
the installer level of expertise, condition of the
vehicle and proper tools and equipment.
WARNING
Never exceed the vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity.
Not intended for towing use
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety glasses should be worn at all times while installing this product.
NOTICE
Visit www.curtmfg.com for a full-color copy of this
instruction manual, as well as helpful videos, guides and much more!
Before you begin installation, read all instructions thoroughly.
Proper tools will improve the quality of installation and reduce the time required.
This installation requires:
• Temporary removal of underbody panels
• Trimming of lower bumper fascia
Periodic inspection of the trailer hitch should be performed to ensure all
mounting hardware remains tight and structural components are secure.
To help prevent damage to the product or vehicle, refer to the specified
torque specifications when securing hardware during the installation process.
Parts List
Item Qty Description
1 1 Accessory mount
2 1 Mounting bracket, driver-side
3 1 Mounting bracket,
passenger-side
4 4 Carriage bolt, 1/2"
5 4 Serrated-flange nut, 1/2"
6 6 Hex nut, M12
7 6 Flat washer, 1/2"
8 6 Conical-toothed washer, 1/2"
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ASSEMBLY
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VEHICLE FRAME
CONICAL TOOTHED WASHER ORIENTATION
HITCH SIDE PLATE
HEX BOLT
CONICAL TOOTHED WASHER
To remove debris from weldnuts
in frame, spary lubricant or
compressed air into the hole.
For heavy debris, use a wire brush.
Take care not to damage threads.
WELDNUT CLEANING
FRONT
REAR
Parts List
Item Qty Description
1 1 Trailer hitch
2 1 Mounting bracket, driver-side
3 1 Mounting bracket,
passenger-side
4 4 Carriage bolt, 1/2"
5 4 Serrated-flange nut, 1/2"
6 6 Hex nut, M12
7 6 Flat washer, 1/2"
8 6 Conical-toothed washer, 1/2"

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Step 1
Remove the four rear underbody panels,
starting with the forward-most panel, then the
middle panel and finally the two outer panels.
Step 4
Trim the lower bumper panel using
the trim diagram for reference.
Step 2
Clean the threads of the two inner-most
bumper beam studs and the top stud on the
outside of each bumper beam support. Insert
a flat washer (#7) over the six cleaned studs.
Step 3
Raise the driver and passenger-side plates
into position over the studs and loosely
secure with a conical-toothed washer (#8)
and M12 hex nut (#6) on each stud.
3-1/4"
2-3/8"
3"

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Step 5
Raise the hitch and center it up behind the
bumper cover. Rotate the receiver tube into
position and secure with 1/2" carriage bolts
(#4) and serrated flange nuts (#5).
Step 6
Torque all 1/2" fasteners to 90 ft-lbs.
and all M12 hardware to 82 ft-lbs.
Reinstall all panels removed in step 1.
TOWING BASICS & SAFETY INFORMATION
For information on safely towing your trailer, visit curtmfg.com/understanding-towing.
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