There will be minor trimming of the rear fascia on your 2012 Jeep Patriot to install the Curt Hitch # C12057. You will basically cut a 2 inch by 2-1/2 inch hole in the lower rear fascia. Check out the installation instructions I attached that show this.
I also attached a picture that shows the dimensions of the hole that will need to be cut. view full answer...
The Roadmaster Brite-Lite Wiring Converter # RM-732 can deliver brighter light output than other brands of similar products. It takes in separate stop and turn signals on 3 wires on its right-hand side and outputs combined stop/turn signals on two wires on its left-hand side. Please refer to the linked photo.
The converter wires in upstream of the connector on the MH. The running light circuit from the MH will bypass the converter and go directly to the diodes in kit # RM-155. I have attached... view full answer...
The Draw-Tite Class II Trailer Hitch, # 36423, will fit your 2014 Jeep Patriot and some fascia trimming is required. The hitch will bolt to the frame, but part of the bumper fascia must be trimmed for the receiver. I have attached the installation instructions for this hitch that includes several diagrams and dimensions that you will find helpful when determining where to trim the fascia.
All of the trailer hitches offered for your Jeep Patriot require fascia trimming. view full answer...
I spoke with my contact at Curt and a stabilizing/support strap, like part # 18050, is required for the Class III Trailer Hitch Receiver, # C13081, in order to alleviate the leveraging affect that a non-trailer load places on the hitch. He likes to use the example of carrying a gallon of milk. Think of the strain that would be put on your arm if it is extended opposed to if you carry the milk close to your body. This is what also happens with a hitch when a bike rack or cargo carrier is... view full answer...
The Detail K2 Rampage II Snowplow, part # K2RAMP8219 and Custom Mounting Brackets, part # K284200 are a confirmed fit for your 2012 Patriot. I called Detail and asked about the plow and installation kit and they said "The Patriot has this huge one piece plastic bumper cover which basically turns into a belly pan and hides everything. The lower pan bolts on a Compass and is easily removed to install the bracket."
I have attached a PDF file in a separate email that may explain how much trimming... view full answer...
The Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-88400 will connect to the cold wire on your brake light switch which is dark green with a white tracer on your 2016 Jeep Patriot. view full answer...
On the back I would anchor to the hitch or the tow hooks underneath the vehicle. Up front, I would use the tow hooks welded or bolted to frame. Make sure you keep the straps away from anything that gets hot or moves as the straps could melt or be cut.
You may have to consider longer cross bars, like part # MPG216, to accommodate all 4 kayaks. view full answer...
As with the installation of lights on a trailer, the lights must be grounded, either through the mounting hardware which is the case for many lights. As with trailer wiring the # RM-155 needs the bulbs to be grounded to the vehicle to complete the circuit.
It is true you get the ground from the towing vehicle but the in order for the circuit to be complete the towed vehicle wiring has to be grounded to the towed vehicle as well. I have attached a drawing from the installation instructions... view full answer...
You will only need an adapter for the Thule Hull-a-Port # TH834 if you have the Thule WingBar Evo crossbars or the Thule Aeroblade crossbars. If you have those models of crossbars mounted on your Evo raised rail feet, you will need the Watersports Adapter for Aeroblade/Aeroblade Edge Bars # THXADAPT11.
If you need a recommendation for a complete roof-rack system, I would be happy to assist you if you provide the year/make/model of your vehicle. view full answer...
You should not have to reprogram the computer on your 2013 Jeep Patriot to install a trailer wiring harness such as # C56333. If you want to, you could disconnect the negative battery cable before installing the harness but consult the vehicle owners manual before doing so. view full answer...
The Kat's engine block heater # KH11812 installs in a cartridge hole on the engine block on your 2015 Jeep Patriot. It does not come with specific installation instructions for your vehicle, but it does come with a set of universal instructions that would still apply to your vehicle.
Basically you will need to locate the cartridge hole on your block of your vehicle and then the rest of the install instructions that come with this kit would need to be followed. view full answer...
The arms of the Falcon 5250 attach via a linch pin to the towbar side of the quick disconnect. The towbar side of the quick disconnect connects to the base plate side of the quick disconnect which is in turn bolted to the base plate on you Patriot. Both halves of the quick disconnect are secured by another linch pin. Take a look at the photo I edited for you.
The Roadmaster Falcon 5250 has been discontinued for a few years, but Roadmaster tells me that is was pretty similar to their current... view full answer...
For your 2014 Jeep Patriot manual transmission, the Blue Ox Base Plates Kit # BX1130 is a fit as is the Roadmaster EZ2 Base Plate Kit # 521441-1. It is true that these base plates are different based on height and width dimensions but they are both good options for your Jeep. The width or distance between the attachment points for a tow bar are different, but there is not a specific width that is too narrow or too wide for systems designed to work together. They will allow similar clearances... view full answer...
According to the instructions which I have linked for you, you will need to trim the rear fascia on the 2014 Jeep Patriot in order to install Curt trailer hitch # C13081. The trimming that is needed at the very bottom center of the rear fascia is approximately 2-9/16 inches tall by 2-5/8 inches wide. I have also included a picture showing the trim area.
If you plan on doing some towing I recommend the etrailer ball mount kit # EBMK4. It comes with a ball mount, interchangeable ball set,... view full answer...
It sounds like what you are experiencing are weldnuts that are packed with grime and corrosion. This happens if a vehicle has seen at least 1 winter. You will need to clean out the weldnuts using a spray lubricant like WD-40, a wire brush like # DW00254, and some muscle. I have included some links that will explain and show you how to get the weldnuts cleaned out so you can install the bolts and hitch. view full answer...
On your 2011 Jeep Patriot Sport, there will be trimming required for installation of the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch, item # 36423. I have posted a drawing of the area of the fascia that will have to be trimmed.
The construction of the rear of the Compass does require minor trimming when installing this hitch also.
You may also be interested in the following items to complete your Class II towing setup.
Trailer Wiring, # 118552
Draw-Tite Ball Mount, # 36061
etrailer.com Ball Mount Bag, #... view full answer...
The tow hook cannot be re-installed once the hitch is installed on the 2014 Jeep Patriot, but the good news is the hitch can be used in the same purpose as the tow hook if needed.
The safety chain loops can be used as hooks, or you could get the part # TR63044 and install that in the hitch.
I attached an install video for you to check out as well. view full answer...
I have provided a link to the installation instructions for Curt Trailer Hitch, # 13548, for your Jeep Patriot. Replacement hardware is available. You will need part # RHK. Once on the product page, just type in the Hitch Item Number in the box on the right. Then use the pull down menu below that to select the manufacturer. Then just click the Add to Cart button and you will be done. view full answer...
I've linked the installation details for the Curt trailer hitch that fits your 2016 Jeep Patriot, part # C13081. In step 8 it shows the exact torque specs for the four half-inch bolts.
We generally don't post torque specs for trailer hitches live on our site because of the off-chance the manufacturer changes them from one vehicle to another. If a change is made it'll be reflected in the install details linked. view full answer...
i called my contact at Curt and they told me that there are times when the side mounts on the trailer hitches will be banged around and sometime flex in causing the gap you said your hitch has.
They said you need to torque the bolts holding the hitch to the frame rail to 110-ft-lbs to make sure it is secure. Using a hand ratchet or trying to judge how much torque the bolts have is just not enough. A torque wrench like part # PTW3001C will work fine when installing the hitch. view full answer...
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