RUGGED RIDGE 11580.02 Rear 2 Inch Receiver Hitch Installation Guide
- June 13, 2024
- RUGGED RIDGE
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RUGGED RIDGE 11580.02 Rear 2 Inch Receiver Hitch
Product Information
The product is a rear 2 receiver hitch designed for 1987-2006 Wranglers. The part number is 11580.02.
Parts List
- (1) Rear Hitch
- (8) 10mm Nuts
- (4) 12mm Bolts
- (4) 12 mm Lock Washers
- (2) Rear mounting Brackets ( L & R )
- (16) 10mm Flat Washers
- (8) 12mm Flat Washers
- (8) 10mm Bolts
- (8) 10mm Lock Washers
Product Usage Instructions
Installation
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Step 1: Remove the factory rear bumper and brackets. For the 97-2006 Wrangler models, remove the plastic side guards. In some cases, the rear body mount and bolt may need to be removed to access the top inside rear bumper bolt.
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Step 2: Place the hitch mounting brackets as shown in the images below. For 1987-1995 Wranglers, the holes in the frame will line up. On 1997-2006 Wranglers, the outer holes will be located to the outer mounting holes, and the inner holes will need to be drilled. Temporarily mount the hitch into place on 97 and newer Wranglers. Use a scribe or small screwdriver to mark the inner holes through the mounting face onto the rear cross member. It is advised to have a second person to help locate the hitch.
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Step 3: Drill holes into the rear cross member.
WARNING: Be very careful when drilling mounting holes as the fuel tank is located just behind the cross member. Use a small 3/16 drill bit for a starter hole. After drilling the small holes, enlarge them with a 1/2 drill bit. Take extra care to avoid hitting the fuel tank. -
Step 4: Attach the hitch using the (4) 10mm bolts, flat washers, lock washers, and nuts provided for each side. Tighten each bolt to 45lbs (Total of 8). Note that on 97-2006 Wranglers, there might be a tight fit between the rear cross member and the fuel tank. Having a second person assist with the installation is recommended.
Important Safety Note: It is recommended not to exceed any tongue weight in excess of 200lbs.
Parts List
- (1) Rear Hitch
- (8) 10mm Nuts
- (4) 12mm Bolts
- (4) 12 mm Lock Washers
- (2) Rear mounting Brackets ( L & R )
- (16) 10mm Flat Washers(8) 12mm Flat Washers
- (8) 10mm Bolts
- (8) 10mm Lock Washers
Installation
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Step (1)
Remove factory rear bumper and brackets. For the 97-2006 Wrangler the plastic side guards will need to be removed -
Step (2)
Place the hitch mounting brackets as shown in images below. For 1987-95 Wranglers the holes in the frame will line up. On 1997-2006 Wranglers the outer holes will be located to the outer mounting holes and the inner holes will need to be drilled. For 97 and newer Wranglers temporarily mount the hitch into place. With a scribe or small screwdriver mark the inner holes through the mounting face onto the rear cross member. A second person to help locate the hitch is advised. -
Step (3)
Drill holes into rear cross member. WARNING … BE VERY CAREFUL WHEN DRILLING MOUNTING HOLES. THE FUEL TANK IS LOCATED JUST BEHIND THE CROSS MEMBER. Great care will be needed to avoid puncturing the fuel tank. Use a small 3/16″ drill bit for a starter hole. After the small holes have been drilled, enlarge them with a 1/2″ drill bit. BE VERY CAREFUL TO AVOID HITTING THE FUEL TANK WHEN DRILLING. PG.
Attach the hitch with the (4) 10mm bolts, flat washer, lock washer and nuts
supplied for each side. Tighten to 45lbs (Total of 8).
NOTE: ON 97-2006 Wranglers there might be a tight fit between the rear
cross member and the fuel tank. A second person will help with installation.
WARNING : IT IS RECOMMENDED NOT TO EXCEED ANY TONGUE
WEIGHT IN EXCESS OF 200LBS
If you have any further questions or need assistance, please
Contact us at: 460 HORIZON DR. SUITE 400 | SUWANEE, GA 30024
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