Why Does Bumper Beam Get Removed to Install Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch on a 2017 Jaguar F-Pace

Question:

Jaguar F-Pace S. impact bumper bumper beam removed and not reused using draw-tite., When use Curt it appears this item is reused. Is that correct and if so why the difference?

asked by: Thomas G

Expert Reply:

On your 2017 Jaguar F-Pace the bumper beam is removed for installation of the Draw-Tite hitch # 76026 because the cross tube spans the space between where it mounts to the vehicle. The bumper beam is curved but doesn't stick out far enough on the ends for the design of the hitch. The bumper beam is therefore removed and the hitch basically takes its place.

On the Curt hitch # C13291 the cross tube is not as long so the curved bumper beam can fit around it and you won't have to leave it off of the vehicle.

If you plan on doing some towing I recommend 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 have the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, use the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

And for a trailer wiring harness you can use # 118785 to add a 4-Way flat connector to the rear of the vehicle.