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When Installing Trailer Hitch On 2013 Honda CR-V Is It Necessary To Torque Mounting Hardware  

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When Installing Trailer Hitch On 2013 Honda CR-V Is It Necessary To Torque Mounting Hardware

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When installing a trailer hitch like part # 75742 on your CR-V, it is very important to torque the bolts to the instructions specs. Due to the stress trailer hitches can have on them as well as the vehicle the torque specs are in place to ensure safety. The # 75742 is a Class lll hitch and it has a 2-inch receiver opening.

If you do not have a torque wrench, many auto part stores will let you borrow them so you can install the hitch.

If you plan on doing some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If the ball mount kit does not include a ball mount with the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, check out the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

If you will be towing and you do not have a trailer connector I recommend part # 118561. This harness plugs into the vehicle wiring behind the tail lights.

When working with electrical connectors I recommend using dielectric grease like part # 11755. This keeps dirt and moisture out of the electrical connections and helps prevent corrosion.

If you are planning on using the trailer hitch to carry bikes you can check out the attached link to the hitch-mounted bike racks we offer. If you have any questions about any specific products let me know and I will make some recommendations that will work for you.

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