PERIODICALLY CHECK THIS RECEIVER HITCH TO ENSURE ALL FASTENERS ARE TIGHT AND ALL STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS ARE SOUND.
CURT Manufacturing LLC. warrants this product to be free of defects in material and/or workmanship at the time of retail purchase by the original purchaser. If the product is found to be defective, Curt
Manufacturing LLC. may repair or replace the product at their option, when the product is returned, prepaid, with proof of purchase. Alteration to, misuse of, or improper installation of this product voids
the warranty. Curt Manufacturing LLC.'s liability is limited to repair or replacement of products found to be defective, and specifically excludes liability for incidental or consequential loss or damage.
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MAKE: STYLE:
50
WARNING: NEVER EXCEED YOUR VEHICLE MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDED TOWING CAPACITY
WEIGHT CARRYING:
INSTALLATION TIPS:
INSTALLATION REQUIRES:
VEHICLE PHOTO:
HITCH ILLUSTRATION:
REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO
MAKE SURE YOUR HITCH MATCHES
LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY:
MODERATE
EASY MODERATE CHALLENGING
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN INSTALLATION, READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY.
2. TO EASE INSTALLATION, 2 PEOPLE MAY BE
REQUIRED.
3. USING PROPER TOOLS WILL GREATLY IMPROVE
THE QUALITY OF THE INSTALL AND REDUCE THE
TIME REQUIRED.
4. NEED HELP OR HAVE SOME QUESTIONS?
CALL TECHNICAL SUPPORT AT 800.798.0813
Safety glasses should be
worn at all times while
installing this product
.
YEARS:
2014-PRESENT JEEP MODEL: CHEROKEE SUV
5000
750
TRAILER WEIGHT:
TONGUE WEIGHT:
13172 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
LBS.
LBS.
WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION:
TRAILER WEIGHT:
TONGUE WEIGHT:
6000
750
LBS.
LBS.
100
MIN.
MIN.
PRO INSTALL TIME:
NOVICE INSTALL TIME:
IF YOU ARE HESITANT TO UNDERTAKE
THIS TASK ON YOUR OWN, CONTACT AN AUTHORIZED
CURT INSTALLER FOR ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE.
5/17/2016
TORQUE
WRENCH
RATCHET
SOCKET
8mm
10mm
13mm
21mm
SAFETY
GLASSES
PART REMOVAL
-NO DRILLING REQUIRED
-FASCIA TRIMMING REQUIRED
-TEMPORARY PART REMOVAL
CUT-OFF
WHEEL
TAPE
MEASURE
SOCKET
EXTENSION
9"
Scan
for more
information
SOCKET
3/4"
INSTALLATION WALKTHROUGH:
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Parts List
DESCRIPTION
PART NUMBER
QTY
ITEM
HEX FLANGE NUTHFN 1213, GR861
CARRIAGE BOLT1/2-13 x 1 1/2, GR8
62
1/2" FISHWIRE1_2 FISHWIRE63
.250 x 1.00 x 3.00" SQUARE SPACERCM-SP6
64
2
4
1
3
DRIVER SIDE FRAME
PASSENGER SIDE FRAME
HARDWARE ACCESS HOLE
(BOTH SIDES)
1. Lower exhaust by removing (2) bolts connecting the exhaust
hanger bracket from the frame, using a 13mm socket
(Both sides). Support exhaust from underneath during install.
2. Temporarily remove fascia support by removing (4) screws
using a 8mm socket, and pressing down on the tabs that
hold the support in place.
INSTALLATION WALKTHROUGH:
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3. Trim the center of the fascia roughly 3 1/2" by 4 3/4" with a
cut off wheel. (see pictures below, removing the fascia is
not required for trimming)
5. Remove square rubber plug from frame and discard
to expose the access hole in the frame. (Each side)
4. On Trailhawk models remove the rear vertical and the
horizontal M14 existing bolts from the frame with a 21mm
socket, save for reassembly. If wire on passenger side frame
rail is present unfasten by pulling the retainer out of the
frame, let wire hang below the frame rail.
6. Fishwire the rear and side hardware though access hole in
frame, then reverse fishwire the hardware into the access
hole (both sides). On Trailhawk models only the reverse
fishwire hardware and M14 bolts removed in Step 4 are used.
INSTALLATION WALKTHROUGH:
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10. Install complete.
9. Reinstall fascia support removed in Step (2). Raise exhaust
back to original position, and secure exhaust bracket bolts.
If present, reattach wire removed in Step (4) to its original
position.
8. Torque 1/2" hardware to 110 lb-ft.
Torque M14 hardware to 139 lb-ft (If present).
7. Raise hitch into position and loosely secure hitch with the
hardware, careful not to push hardware inside vehicle frame.
Trimming of exhaust bezel may be required on some models
(Check trim fitment around hitch, additional trimming may be
required. Seam foam may need to be trimmed for proper
fitment)
GROSS LOAD CAPACITY WHEN USED AS A WEIGHT CARRYING HITCH: LBS. TRAILER WEIGHT & LBS. TONGUE WEIGHT.
GROSS LOAD CAPACITY WHEN USED AS A WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION HITCH: LBS. TRAILER WEIGHT & LBS. TONGUE WEIGHT
***DO NOT EXCEED VEHICLE MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDED TOWING CAPACITY.***
HAVING INSTALLATION QUESTIONS? CALL TECHNICAL SUPPORT AT 1-800-798-0813
PERIODICALLY CHECK THIS RECEIVER HITCH TO ENSURE THAT ALL FASTENERS
ARE TIGHT AND THAT ALL STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS ARE SOUND.
Curt Manufacturing LLC., warrants this product to be free of defects in material and/or workmanship at the time of retail purchase by the original purchaser.
If the product is found to be defective, Curt Manufacturing LLC., may repair or replace the product, at their option, when the product is returned, prepaid,
with proof of purchase. Alteration to, misuse of, or improper installation of this product voids the warranty. Curt Manufacturing LLC.'s liability is limited to
repair or replacement of products found to be defective, and specifically excludes liability for incidental or consequential loss or damage.
5000 750
6000 750
JEEP CHEROKEE
5/17/2016
13172
100
35
50
HITCH WEIGHT:
LBS.
INSTALL TIME
PROFESSIONAL: MINUTES
NOVICE (DIY): MINUTES
INSTALL NOTES:
Parts List
DESCRIPTION
PART NUMBER
QTY
ITEM
HEX FLANGE NUTHFN 1213, GR861
CARRIAGE BOLT1/2-13 x 1 1/2, GR862
1/2" FISHWIRE1_2 FISHWIRE63
.250 x 1.00 x 3.00" SQUARE SPACERCM-SP66
4
1
4
2
3
DRIVER SIDE FRAME
PASSENGER SIDE FRAME
HARDWARE ACCESS HOLE (BOTH SIDES)
-LOWER EXHAUST
-TRIM FASCIA
-TEMPORARY PART REMOVAL
-NO DRILLING REQUIRED
TOOLS REQUIRED
RATCHET
TORQUE WRENCH
8mm, 10mm, 13mm, 21mm, 3/4" SOCKETS
CUT OFF WHEEL
TAPE MEASURE
9" SOCKET EXTENSION
Scan
for more
information
GROSS LOAD CAPACITY WHEN USED AS A WEIGHT CARRYING HITCH: LBS. TRAILER WEIGHT & LBS. TONGUE WEIGHT.
GROSS LOAD CAPACITY WHEN USED AS A WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION HITCH: LBS. TRAILER WEIGHT & LBS. TONGUE WEIGHT
***DO NOT EXCEED VEHICLE MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDED TOWING CAPACITY.***
HAVING INSTALLATION QUESTIONS? CALL TECHNICAL SUPPORT AT 1-800-798-0813
INSTALLATION STEPS
PERIODICALLY CHECK THIS RECEIVER HITCH TO ENSURE THAT ALL FASTENERS
ARE TIGHT AND THAT ALL STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS ARE SOUND.
Curt Manufacturing LLC., warrants this product to be free of defects in material and/or workmanship at the time of retail purchase by the original purchaser.
If the product is found to be defective, Curt Manufacturing LLC., may repair or replace the product, at their option, when the product is returned, prepaid,
with proof of purchase. Alteration to, misuse of, or improper installation of this product voids the warranty. Curt Manufacturing LLC.'s liability is limited to
repair or replacement of products found to be defective, and specifically excludes liability for incidental or consequential loss or damage.
5000 750
6000 750
JEEP CHEROKEE
2/11/2014
13172
1. Lower exhaust by removing (2) bolts connecting the exhaust hanger bracket from the
frame, using a 13mm socket (Both sides). Support exhaust from underneath during install.
2. Temporarily remove fascia support by removing (4) screws using a 8mm socket, and
pressing down on the tabs that hold the support in place.
3. Trim the center of the fascia roughly 3 1/2" by 4 3/4" with a cut off wheel. (see trim
diagram, removing the fascia is not required for trimming)
4. On Trailhawk models remove the rear vertical and the horizontal M14 existing bolts from
the frame with a 21mm socket, save for reassembly. If wire on passenger side frame rail
is present unfasten by pulling the retainer out of the frame, let wire hang below frame rail.
5. Remove square rubber plug from frame and discard to expose the access hole in the
frame. (Each side)
6. Fishwire the rear and side hardware though access hole in frame, then reverse fishwire
the hardware into the access hole (both sides). On Trailhawk models only the reverse
fishwire hardware and M14 bolts removed in Step 4 are used.
7. Raise hitch into position and loosely secure hitch with the hardware, careful not to push
hardware inside vehicle frame. Trimming of exhaust bezel may be required on some
models. (Check trim fitment around hitch, additional trimming may be required. Seam
foam may need to be trimmed for proper fitment)
8. Torque 1/2" hardware to 110 lb-ft. Torque M14 hardware to 139 lb-ft (If present).
9. Reinstall fascia support removed in Step (2). Raise exhaust back to original position,
and secure exhaust bracket bolts. If present, reattach wire removed in Step (4) to
original position.
Scan
for more
information
TRIM DIAGRAM
4 3/4"
3 1/2"
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1
-
2
-
3
-
4
-
5
-
6
-
7
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