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How to Install the Curt Trailer Hitch on a 2017 Jeep Cherokee

Today on our 2017 Jeep Cherokee, we're going to take a look at, and also show you how to install, the Curt custom fit Class III trailer hitch receiver. This offers the 2-inch x 2-inch receiver tube opening. It's part number is C13172. Here's what our hitch is going to look like installed. As you can see, this is going to be one of the cleanest-looking Cherokee hitches out there. That cross tube… see more >

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There is going to be a small cutout underneath the bumper of your 2016 Jeep Cherokee when Curt hitch #C13172 is installed. If you take a look at the video I've linked and forward to about the 2:25 mark you will be able to see exactly what the…

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For your 2017 Jeep Cherokee the Curt trailer hitch part #C13172 that you referenced is a confirmed fit and is rated for towing a trailer up to 5,000 lbs. Now if your vehicle is rated with a lower towing capacity you have to go by the lowest rated…

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