Does DEF Tank of 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee Drop to Install etrailer Hitch

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I have a 2018 Grand Cherokee Sterling edition with the eco diesel. Is it absolutely necessary to down the DEF tank to get access to the bolts to attach the trailer hitch to the frame?

asked by: Michael B

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Yes it is necessary to lower the DEF tank of your 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee EcoDiesel when installing the etrailer hitch # e98901 since it blocks access to where the hitch installs on the vehicle.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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There are a few trailer hitches available that are confirmed to fit your 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee. For the hitch that will provide the most hidden design when mounted at the rear of the vehicle, I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch…

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Answer 2

Yes, the etrailer.com Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish part #e98901 is a fit for the diesel models of 2015 Grand Cherokee. I have attached an installation video of the Curt hitch on a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, the…

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Since you do not have the removable panel for the rear hitch opening of your 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee the hitch you'd want is the etrailer part #e98901. This hangs below the rear bumper completely and will give you a higher capacity 2 inch…

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The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver part #e98901 is a custom bolt-on fit for a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited and it will not require any cutting or drilling into the rear bumper for installation.

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 6

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 7

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 8

Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a…

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Answer 9

The first thing you'll need to flat tow your 2015 Chevy Malibu LS is a base plate kit like the Roadmaster part #RM-523178-5 that is a confirmed fit. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting,…

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Answer 10

When it comes to choosing between the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR and the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524, these systems are extremely similar in their setup and functionality. Both of these systems provide proportional braking in a compact and easy to…

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Answer 11

Hey there Jeff, thanks for the question and I can definitely get you all the parts needed to flat tow your 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 behind your motorhome. I'll go ahead and list everything out for you to make it easy to order. - Base Plate Kit:…

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Answer 12

Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

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