HORIZON GLOBAL 76924 Draw Tite Hidden Hitch Instruction Manual

: June 13, 2024
: HORIZON GLOBAL

Table of Contents

HORIZON GLOBAL 76924 Draw Tite Hidden Hitch
Product Usage Instructions
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
Installation Instructions
Included Card and Labels
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

HORIZON GLOBAL 76924 Draw Tite Hidden Hitch

Product Information

Product Name: Hitch
Manufacturer: Horizon Global
Website: www.horizonglobal.com
Technical Assistance: 800-632-3290
Email: TechnicalSupport@horizonglobal.com
Part Number: 76924
Installation Time: 50 minutes (average time for professional installers)
Applications: Compatible with 2017-current Cadillac XT5 (Visit the website for up-to-date information on application years and trim levels)
Maximum Gross Trailer Weight: 3500 lb. (1589 kg)
Maximum Tongue Weight: 350 lb. (159 kg)
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty

Product Usage Instructions

Read the installation instructions provided with the hitch before installation. Keep them for future reference.
Inspect your vehicle periodically to ensure compatibility with the hitch.
Read the instructions for your vehicle and any other accessories you intend to use with the hitch before use.
When towing, keep the steering wheel as steady as possible. Do not apply brakes or speed up suddenly.
If you need technical assistance or have any questions, contact Horizon Global at the provided phone number or email address.

Note: The product warranty covers product replacement as the sole and exclusive remedy. Horizon Global is not responsible for any indirect, special, consequential, or punitive damages. Any use of the product for purposes other than specified in the instructions is at your own risk. The warranty is governed by the laws of the State of Michigan.

Website: www.horizonglobal.com
Technical Assistance: 800 632 3290
TechnicalSupport@horizonglobal.com

WARNING

To prevent SERIOUS INJURY, DEATH or PROPERTY DAMAGE:
ALWAYS read, understand and follow warnings and instructions for your hitch BEFORE installation. Keep for future reference.
DO NOT cut, weld or modify this receiver.
CHECK all fasteners are tight and your hitch is securely mounted to your vehicle periodically.
ALWAYS read, understand and follow all warnings and instructions for your vehicle and for other accessories you will use with your hitch BEFORE use.
LOAD the trailer heavier in front.
DO NOT exceed lower of towing vehicle manufacturer’s rating or:

Hitch Type| Max Gross Trailer

Weight

| Max Tongue

Weight

---|---|---
Weight Carrying| 3500 lb. (1589 kg)| 350 lb. (159 kg)
Weight Distributing| N/A| N/A

ALWAYS wear your seatbelt.
SLOW DOWN when towing, NEVER exceed any posted speed limit.
If EXCESS SWAY occurs, take your foot off the gas pedal and hold the steering wheel as steady as possible. DO NOT apply your brakes and DO NOT speed up.

LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY

Limited Lifetime Warranty (“Warranty”). Horizon Global (“We”, “Us” or “Our”) warrants to the original consumer purchaser only (“You” or “Your”) that the product will be free from material defects in both material and workmanship, ordinary wear and tear excepted. The Warranty is valid only if (a) the products are returned to Us for inspection and testing: (b) Our inspection discloses to Our satisfaction that any alleged nonconformance are material and have not been caused by misuse, neglect, wear and tear, improper installation, unsuitable storage, improper repair, alteration, or accident; and (c) the products were installed, maintained and used in accordance with Our instructions. THE WARRANTY IS MADE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (OTHER THAN THE WARRANTY OF TITLE AS PROVIDED BY THE UNIFORM COMMERCIAL CODE IN EFFECT IN MICHIGAN), INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SAID WARRANTIES BEING EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED.
Obligations of Purchaser. To make a Warranty claim, contact Us at our principal address of 47912 Halyard Drive, Suite 100, Plymouth, MI 48170, 1-800-632-3290, identify the product by model number, and follow the claim instructions that will be provided. Any returned product that is replaced by Us becomes our property. You may be responsible for return shipping costs. Please retain your purchase receipt to verify date of purchase and that You are the original consumer purchaser. The product and the purchase receipt must be provided to Us in order to process Your Warranty claim.
Exclusive Remedy. Product replacement is Your sole and exclusive remedy under this Warranty. We shall not be liable for service or labor charges incurred in removing or replacing a product. IN NO EVENT WILL WE BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INDIRECT,SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES.
Assumption of Risk. You acknowledge and agree that any use of the product for any purpose other than the specified use(s) stated in the product instructions is at Your own risk.
Governing Law. This Warranty gives You specific legal rights, and You also may have other rights which vary from state to state. This Warranty is governed by the laws of the State of Michigan, without regard to rules pertaining to conflicts of law. The state courts located in Oakland County, Michigan shall have exclusive jurisdiction for any disputes relating to this Warranty.

Installation Instructions

PART NUMBERS: 76924

Applications:

Visit our website for the most up to date information regarding application years and trim levels.

Equipment Required:

Ball mount selection:

Installation Time : 50 min
The time listed above is the average time for professional installers. If you do not feel comfortable performing this installation on your own or are in need of assistance, please contact a professional installer.

Representative Vehicle Photo

Always wear SAFETY GLASSES when installing hitch

Install receiver housing to hitch

Remove Receiver assembly from case.
Remove the Receiver from the Receiver Housing. To separate both pieces, use the key to unlock blue knob. Push in the blue knob and then rotate clockwise until you hear a click sound.
At this time, you can separate the Receiver from the Receiver Housing. See figures A, B & C.
Install the Weather Covers to the top and bottom of the Receiver Housing. See figure D.
Attach the Receiver Housing to the hitch. Insert the Receiver
Housing in between the hitch brackets. Align with holes and insert (2) fastener assemblies (M12 bolt, flat washer, and prevailing torque nut). See figure E.
Torque fasteners. Torque each of the fasteners in step 4 to 92 lb-ft (125 n*m).

Included Card and Labels

Keep the Card in the vehicle glove compartment
Apply (1) label to the top of the receiver and (1) label to the vehicle door jamb. See figure F.

Note: For receiver installation & use, see instruction 76900N. This can be found with the receiver kit or visit www.draw-tite.com and search pat # 76900.

Fasteners typical both sides

Fascial door removal – Using a 7 mm socket or T10 torxbit remove (2) bolts from fascia door. Keep the fasteners and door for reinstallation.
Remove sensor plug – Unplug the sensor plug on driver side behind bottom fascia.
Trim bottom panel – Using a tape measure, marker, and die grinder, measure, mark, and trim the bottom panel as shown in Figure 3.
Hitch installation – Feed the carriage bolts ① and spacers ② to attachment holes through access holes using the pull wires ⑤, see Figures 1 & 2. Use a die grinder to enlarge the feeding hole if necessary. Leave pull wires attached. Raise the hitch into position and feed carriage bolts through bracket holes, see Figure 1. Remove the pull wires and loosely install conical washers ③ and hex nuts ④ to the hitch.
Tighten all 7/16-14×1.75 fasteners with torque wrench to 50 ft.lb. (68 N*m).
Proper torque is needed to keep the hitch secure to the vehicle when towing.
Reinstall the sensor connector and fascia door.

Note: check hitch frequently, making sure all fasteners and ball are properly tightened. If hitch is removed, plug all holes in trunk pan or other body panels to prevent entry of water and exhaust fumes. A hitch or ball which has been damaged should be removed and replaced. Observe safety precautions when working beneath a vehicle and wear eye protection. Do not cut access or attachment holes with a torch. This product complies with safety specifications and requirements for connecting devices and towing systems of the state of New York, V.E.S.C. Regulation V-5 and SAE J684.

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