Draw tite 24943 User manual

Installation Instructions
PART NUMBERS: 24943, 77330, CQT24943
Applications:
Years Make Models
2016-Current* Chevrolet Cruze
Equipment Required:
Ratchet
Torque
Wrench
Safety
Glasses Sockets
7 mm
15 mm
DO NOT EXCEED LOWER OF TOWING VEHICLE
MANUFACTURER’S RATING OR:
Hitch Type Max Gross Trailer Weight Max Tongue Weight
Weight Carrying 2000 lb. (908 kg) 200 lb. (90.8 kg)
Weight Distributing N/A N/A
Representative Vehicle Photo
Installation Time: 80 min
The time listed above is the average time
for professional installers. If you do not
feel comfortable performing this
installation on your own or are in need of
assistance, please contact a professional
installer.
Trailer Hitch Illustration
Front of
Vehicle
6’’ Socket
Extension
Star
Driver
T15
Utility
Knife
Marker

4.5’’
3.5’’
1. Fascia removal –use 7 mm socket to remove (4) bolts from bottom fascia. Use T15 driver and 7 mm socket to remove (4) bolts from wheel well each side, see Figure 2. Open the
trunk and gently remove the fascia. Carefully set the bumper fascia aside.
2. Bumper beam removal –use 15mm socket to remove (3) flange nuts from bumper plate each side. Gently remove bumper beam and set it aside.
3. Hitch installation –raise the hitch and hang it on the studs on the end panel. Raise the bumper beam to sandwich the hitch, see Figure 1. Reuse the bumper flange nuts and loosely
fasten them.
4. Tighten all fasteners with torque wrench to 53 Lb.-Ft. (72 N*M).
5. Bottom fascia trimming –locate the center of bottom panel and trim 4.5’’ tall by 3.5’’ wide area, see Figure 3.
6. Reinstall all fasteners and fascia removed in Step 1.
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.
Installation Instructions
PART NUMBERS: 24943, 77330, CQT24943
Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch secure to the vehicle when towing.
Always wear SAFETY GLASSES
when installing hitch
Rear Figure 1 Figure 2
Figure 3
Reuse all
fasteners
from bumper
attachments
Drawbar must be used in
the RISE position only.
Drawbar Kit: 3593
(Sold separately)
Bumper
beam
Bumper
end panel
Existing
bumper
flange nuts

1. Fascia removal –use 7 mm socket to remove (4) bolts from bottom fascia. Use T15
driver and 7 mm socket to remove (4) bolts from wheel well each side, see Figure 2.
Open the trunk and gently remove the fascia. Carefully set the bumper fascia aside.
2. Bumper beam removal –use 15mm socket to remove (3) flange nuts from
bumper plate each side. Gently remove bumper beam and set it aside.
3. Hitch installation –raise the hitch and hang it on the studs on the end panel.
Raise the bumper beam to sandwich the hitch, see Figure 1. Reuse the bumper
flange nuts and loosely fasten them.

4. Tighten all fasteners with torque wrench to 53 Lb.-Ft. (72 N*M).
5. Bottom fascia trimming –locate the center of bottom panel and trim 4.5’’ tall by
3.5’’ wide area, see Figure 3.
6. Reinstall all fasteners and fascia removed in Step 1.
Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch secure to the vehicle when towing.
4.5’’
3.5’’