Trailer Hitch

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Fig 1: Exploded View Of Trailer Hitch With Torque Specifications

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item	Part Number	Description
1	W505261	Trailer hitch electrical connector mounting bolts (2 required)
2	W708772	Trailer hitch mounting bolts (8 required)
3	W709318	Trailer hitch nut plates (4 required)
4	17D826	Trailer hitch

Remove the 2 bolts from the trailer hitch electrical connector bracket mounting bolts and position the bracket aside.
- To install, tighten to 23 Nm (17 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 2: Locating Trailer Hitch Electrical Connector Bracket Mounting Bolts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
NOTE: The aid of an assistant is required to remove the trailer hitch.

Remove the 8 trailer hitch mounting bolts (4 each side) and remove the trailer hitch.
- To install, tighten to 275 Nm (203 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 3: Locating Trailer Hitch Mounting Bolts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.