Can you put a hitch on Jeep Renegade?
Renegade Ready created the Retrofit Trailer Hitch Kit so all Jeep Renegade owners could have the factory in-bumper 2″ receiver hitch. It can be installed on any model Jeep Renegade with any size engine (read owners’ manual towing guidelines if planning to tow).
How do you put a hitch on a truck?
Raise the hitch into position on the underside of the truck so that the two holes on each hitch mounting flange line up with the two rearmost weld nuts on each frame rail. Have a helper hold the hitch in position or temporarily attach the hitch to the frame with C-clamps.
Where is the aftermarket hitch on a Liberty?
Some Liberty vehicles came with a factory towing package, but on vehicles not so equipped, an aftermarket hitch can be installed to make your Liberty even more useful. Slide under the rear of your Liberty and locate the factory-installed weld nuts mounted on the ends of each rear frame rail.
What kind of torque do you need for a hitch?
Thread the bolts through the hitch mounting holes and into the weld nuts on the frame rail finger-tight. Tighten each of the four bolts with the a socket and torque wrench to the torque indicated on the hitch instruction sheet — usually 68 to 75 foot pounds. Remove the C-clamps, if applicable.
What kind of washer do you use for a hitch?
Place a conical toothed washer or a lock washer — depending on the hitch manufacturer — onto each of the four hitch mounting bolts. Thread the bolts through the hitch mounting holes and into the weld nuts on the frame rail finger-tight.
Can a Jeep dealer install an OEM hitch?
From what I understand a jeep dealer can install a OEM hitch and the OEM connecters (2) for the lights/ brakes. I believe the electrical for the trailer connection is prewired into the Jeep. I believe they should give you 2 different electrical connecters. 1 for just lights and the other for lights/brakes.
What does a UHaul hitch look like on a jeep?
1) Appearance – With the Uhaul hitch, will it look like a uhaul job (blatently an aftermarket accessaory) or will it look as though it comes from the dealership. 2) Resale Value – Is one option better than another in terms of resale value or even warranty?
How much does it cost to install a trailer hitch?
I was told that it is already prewired for a trailer hitch. I contacted both Uhaul and my local dealership. Uhaul quoted me $270 for hitch, wiring, and install. The dealership quoted me $241 for just the hitch and than another $271 for installation.
Do you need a tow hitch for a 2014 Grand Cherokee?
If you need brakes also, you can add the controller in the future. Being a 2014 Grand Cherokee (a hot looking one at that) I would invest in getting the OEM Tow hitch and wiring connectors for appearance and correct functioning. Have seen the U haul hitches and do not like the appearance.