Draw-Tite Hitch # 75280 Does Not Align With Mounting Holes on 2007 Honda Ridgeline
Question:
I have a 2007 Honda Ridgeline and the center bracket on part 75280 does not allow both sides to bolt up at the same time. When one side lines up the center bracket keeps the other side from lining up. It is about a half an inch off. Any suggestions? Im thinking this is not the right hitch for my vehicle.
asked by: Scott C
Expert Reply:
The Draw-Tite Hitch # 75280 is the correct hitch receiver specified for the 2007 Honda Ridgeline though it does present a fairly tight fit within the available mounting space between the frame rails.
The two installation video links provided will show you the process on the 2007 and 2008 Ridgeline. It is helpful to have a second set of hands available when working the hitch into the mounting position. Try to get the driver-side bracket into position before doing the same with the passenger side. You may have better access to the frame for positioning the hitch if you temporarily remove the heat shield above the exhaust.
My technical contact at Draw-Tite noted that sometimes during shipment the center bracket can become bent out of perfect alignment. You can try tapping the bracket with a hammer (in whichever direction will give you better clearance) to ease placement on the frame rails. Once you torque the hitch mounting hardware to the required spec the bracket will return to its correct position.
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