Does Rear Bumper have to be Replaced to Install a Trailer Hitch on a 2008 Jeep Liberty
Question:
I have a 2008 Jeep Liberty Sport that came from the factory without a trailer hitch and a standard bumper cover. Do I need to change the bumper cover to one that is made for trailer hitches to be able to install one of your hitches?
asked by: Sean
Expert Reply:
I have great news. You will not have to change the bumper on your 2008 Jeep Liberty to install one of our trailer hitches! The receiver on hitches such as # 75578 will be below the factory bumper once installed. I have included a link to a video showing an example installation for you.
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 trailer wiring you can use # 118554 to add a 4-Way flat trailer connector to the rear of the vehicle. I have linked a video showing how the wiring installs as well.
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