Horizon Global 24991 Instructions D'installation page 3

Always wear SAFETY GLASSES
when installing hitch
②
③
①
Bumper beam
Authorized Drawbar Kit:
3593 (Sold Separately)
Drawbar must be used in the
RISE position only.
Rem ove (2) plastic underbody panels – using a flat head screwdriver, remove (5) plastic push pin rivets and loosen (2) threaded fasteners from the driver's side panel located near
1.
w heel w ell area. Remove (4) push pin rivets and loosen (1) threaded fastener from the passenger's side panel.
2. Rem ove lower fascia
a.) by hand, remove (6) retaining clips, (3 per side), from underside of fascia, that connect the low er fascia to upper fascia, located at the outer ends of fascia. NOTE: Tw o clips are
behind the aluminum bumper beam. See Figure 2.
b.) remove bottom half of w heel well trim – using a 10mm socket, remove (1) screw from w heel well trim, and using a flat head screwdriver, remove (1) push-pin rivet, both sides.
c.) using a plastic trim panel tool, carefully pry (3) clips holding the w heel w ell trim.
TIP: It may help to reach behind fascia, by hand, release the clips by pressing center tab of clips.
d.) using a flat head screwdriver, remove (1) push pin rivet from behind w heel well trim, both sides.
e.) using plastic trim panel tools, starting at outer edges near w heel well, w hile gently pulling rearw ard, release clips and remove low er fascia. See Figure 3.
Rem ove bumper beam – using a 12mm socket, remove (8) M8 bolts, (4) per side, that hold bumper beam to end panel, and return factory bolts to vehic le ow ner. See Figure 1.
3.
Modify bumper beam – using a hammer, bend the metal tabs on back of bumper beam so they are flush w ith bumper beam mounting surface. See Figure 4.
4.
5. Install hitch - apply silicone sealant to the hitch bracket mounting surfaces to prevent intrusion of w ater and exhaust fumes. See figure 5. Raise hitch and bumper beam into position
aligning holes w ith weldnuts in the end panel. Sandw ich the hitch betw een the bumper beam and end panel. See Figure 1.
Install fasteners – using a 13mm socket, install (8) M8 hex bolts, lock w ashers, and flat w ashers provided with hitch into w eldnuts in end panel, (4) per side.
6.
7. Tighten all M8 CL8.8 fasteners with torque wrench to 20 Lb.-Ft. (27 N*M)
Reinstall lower fascia – reinstall the low er fascia aligning tabs in low er fascia with upper fascia. Reinstall the (6) retaining clips into fascia tabs removed in step 2a.
8.
Reinstall w heel w ell trim and underbody panels – reinstall the w heel w ell trim and (2) underbody panels using the original fasteners noted in steps 1 and 2.
9.
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.
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Installation Instructions
TOYOTA CH-R
PART NUMBERS: 24991, 77991, CQT24991
End panel
Figure 1
Figure 3
Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch secure to the vehicle when towing.
① Qty. (8)
Qty. (8)
②
Fasteners
③ Qty. (8)
typical
both sides
Bend Tab
Figure 4
Lower Fascia
Sheet 3 of 12 24991N
Fastener Kit: 24991F
Bolt M8 X 1.25 X 30 CL8.8
Lock washer M8
Flat Washer 5/16
Figure 2
Figure 5
Silicone sealant
Both brackets
2-4-21 Rev. B