Product Details
- Brand: Draw-Tite
- Model: 75950 23 63845 63816
- Includes: Class 4 Trailer Tow Hitch, Trailer Tow Hitch Ball Mount, Trailer Tow Hitch Ball, Trailer Tow Hitch Ball
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Trailer Tow Hitch For 11-17 VW Touareg 11-18 Porshe Cayenne 07-16 Audi Q7 Receiver w/ 1-7/8" and 2" Ball Install Notes
Installation Instructions for Volkswagen Touareg, Porsche Cayenne, and Audi Q7
Part Numbers:
- 75950
- 44758
- 87676
Tools Required:
- Wrenches: M11, M18
- Sockets: T15, T20, T30
- 6” Extension
- Torque Wrench
- Trim Panel Tool
- Dremel or Similar Cutting Tool
Weight Capacities:
- Weight Carrying (Ball Mount):
- Max Gross Trailer Weight: 7,500 lbs (3,405 kg)
- Max Tongue Weight: 750 lbs (340 kg)
Wiring Access Location:
- SUV1, SUV2
Torque Specifications:
- Tighten all M12 fasteners to 83 lb-ft (113 N·m)
- Tighten all T30 Torx screws to 3 lb-ft (4 N·m)
- Tighten all T20 Torx screws to 1.1 lb-ft (1.5 N·m)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Open Liftgate:
- Begin by accessing the rear of the vehicle through the liftgate.
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Remove Mud Flaps and Fasteners:
- Remove five Torx screws from each mud flap using T25 and T15 sockets:
- Four screws are in the wheel well, and one is on the bottom of the mud flap (includes a nut attached to the bottom screw).
- Repeat for both sides.
- Remove five Torx screws from each mud flap using T25 and T15 sockets:
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Detach Lower Bumper Fascia Screws:
- Remove four T25 Torx screws from the bottom of the bumper fascia.
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Detach Wheel Well Trim:
- Remove one fastener from the bottom rear of the wheel well trim. Pull the trim away from the vehicle carefully (only halfway) to access underlying screws.
- Remove one T25 screw from the side and one from underneath the trim on both sides.
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Remove Taillights:
- Volkswagen Touareg:
- Remove circular and rectangular pop-out covers inside the trunk to access the fasteners.
- Loosen plastic nuts using an 11mm socket with a 6” extension. Carefully remove the taillights, disconnecting electrical plugs.
- Porsche Cayenne:
- Remove the black panel cover, then unscrew three fasteners per taillight. Slide out the lights and disconnect plugs.
- Audi Q7:
- Remove four Torx screws from each wheel well and five screws from the bumper fascia bottom. Access and remove four 10mm nuts from inside the spare tire well.
- Volkswagen Touareg:
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Remove Bumper Fascia:
- Carefully pull the bumper fascia away from the vehicle, starting at the wheel wells. Disconnect any electrical connections before complete removal.
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Remove Styrofoam Insert (if present):
- Detach the Styrofoam bumper insert if equipped. This varies by vehicle model.
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Remove Bumper Bolts:
- Support the bumper while removing eight M12 bolts using an M18 socket.
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Install Hitch:
- Position the hitch and secure it using the M12 bolts removed earlier. Tighten all fasteners to the required torque specification.
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Trim Styrofoam and Fascia:
- Trim the Styrofoam insert to fit around the hitch if necessary.
- Mark the centerline on the bottom of the bumper fascia. Measure 2.5 inches from the centerline on both sides and cut as required.
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Reinstall Components:
- Reverse the steps above to reinstall the bumper fascia, taillights, wheel well trim, and mud flaps. Ensure all fasteners and electrical plugs are reattached securely.
Safety Notes:
- Regularly inspect all fasteners to ensure the hitch and ball mount are secure.
- If the hitch is removed, plug any holes in the trunk pan or body panels to prevent water and exhaust entry.
- Replace any damaged hitch or ball immediately.
- Always wear safety glasses when working beneath the vehicle.
- Do not cut access or attachment holes with a torch.
Specifications:
- Hitch Type: Class III
- Compliance: This product meets safety specifications per V.E.S.C. Regulation V-5 and SAE J684.
Note: Always adhere to the vehicle manufacturer’s maximum weight rating or the hitch's maximum load rating, whichever is lower.