Bolt Holes are Too Small for Trailer Hitch Installation on a 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
Question:
Hello, I received this hitch with M10 bolts but the bolts seem too large width of hole seems too small for the threaded holes in the frame. I checked my neighbors vehicle as well since they have the same and it seems the same problem. I do not want to risk cross threading if the bolt is incorrect. Is this the right size bolt for a 2007 Santa Fe? Thank you for your help.
asked by: Gene
Expert Reply:
What you are most likely experiencing is weld nuts on the vehicle that are packed with corrosion and/or road grime. This happens on any vehicle that has seen at least 1 winter. What you will need to do is clean out the weld nuts so the bolts can be threaded in freely.
We have some helpful links that I have included that will help you clean out the weld nuts. You will need some spray lubricant like WD-40, a wire brush like # DW00254, and some patience. I have included a link to a video that demonstrates how to clean the weld nuts and an FAQ article that covers this topic.
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