Product Details
- Brand: Reese Towpower
- Model: 77999
- Includes: Class 1 Trailer Tow Hitch
Compatibility Chart
Description
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Trailer Tow Hitch For 21-24 Hyundai Elantra Class I 1-1/4" Receiver Reese Install Notes
Installation Instructions for Hyundai Elantra (2021-Current)
Part Numbers:
- 24999
- 77999
- CQT24999
Tools Required:
- Ratchet
- Torque Wrench
- Safety Glasses
- Sockets: 10mm, 11/16"
- T30 Torx Bit
- 6" Socket Extension
- Flat Head Screwdriver
- Phillips Screwdriver
- Utility Knife
- Tape Measure
- Marker
- Tin Snips
- Drill with 1/2" Drill Bit
Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Remove Taillights:
- Open the trunk and remove the access covers.
- Using a 10mm socket, remove the nuts securing the taillights and unplug the connectors.
- Pull the taillights rearward carefully and set them aside.
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Remove Underbody Panel:
- Remove the driver-side underbody panel by detaching the 10mm hex nuts and plastic push fasteners. Pull out the center post of each fastener with a small flat head screwdriver.
- Remove any rubber plugs from the frame rail if present.
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Lower Muffler and Remove Heat Shield:
- Detach two rubber isolator hangers from the muffler using exhaust removal pliers.
- Remove the heat shield with a 10mm socket and trim it as shown in the instructions.
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Remove Fascia/Bumper Fasteners:
- Remove screws from the taillight area and the wheel well using a Phillips screwdriver.
- Remove T30 Torx screws from the wheel well liner.
- Detach the plastic push fastener from the bottom of the wheel well at the fascia.
- Remove two bumper bolts on each side using a 15mm socket. The bumper stays attached to the fascia.
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Remove Fascia/Bumper:
- Starting at the wheel wells, use trim removal tools to carefully detach the fascia. The attaching tabs are thin and fragile.
- Disconnect the electrical connector behind the fascia on the driver side and set the fascia aside.
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Trim Lower Fascia:
- Mark the center of the lower fascia and trim it as shown in the instructions. Trim support ribs inside the fascia in the trimmed area as well.
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Raise Hitch for Template:
- Using pull wires, install the carriage bolts and spacers into the existing access holes in the frame.
- Feed the pull wires through the forward holes on the hitch and raise the hitch into position.
- Use the hitch as a template to mark or punch the rearward hole locations.
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Drill Rearward Holes:
- Lower the hitch carefully to avoid dislodging the forward bolts.
- Drill the marked holes and remove any burrs.
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Install Rear Fasteners:
- Using pull wires, guide the fasteners into the drilled holes and leave the pull wires attached.
- Repeat this process on both sides of the frame.
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Reinstall Heat Shield:
- Reinstall the trimmed heat shield using the original fasteners.
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Install Hitch:
- Raise the hitch back into position and guide the pull wires through the corresponding holes in the hitch.
- Secure the fasteners with conical washers (teeth side against hitch) and hex nuts.
- Torque all 7/16"-14 GR5 fasteners to 50 lb-ft (68 N*m).
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Reinstall Fascia and Exhaust:
- Reinstall the fascia in reverse order, reconnecting any electrical connectors removed earlier.
- Raise the exhaust back into position and reattach the rubber hangers.
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Reinstall Underbody Panel:
- Reinstall the underbody panel removed earlier using the original fasteners.
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Reinstall Taillights:
- Feed the wiring back through the access holes into the trunk area and reconnect the electrical connectors.
- Secure the taillights with the original nuts.
Hardware List:
- (2) Carriage Bolt, 7/16"-14 x 1.75" GR5
- (2) Spacer, 0.875" x 2.00" x 0.109"
- (2) Conical Washer, 7/16"
- (2) Hex Nut, 7/16"-14 GR2
- (2) Pull Wire, 7/16"
Safety Notes:
- Always wear safety glasses during installation.
- Check the hitch frequently to ensure all fasteners and the ball are properly tightened.
- Plug any removed holes in the trunk pan or body panels to prevent water or exhaust fumes from entering.
- Replace any damaged hitch or ball immediately.
- Do not cut access or attachment holes with a torch.
Specifications:
- Installation Time: 110 minutes
- Max Gross Trailer Weight: 2,000 lb (907 kg)
- Max Tongue Weight: 200 lb (90.7 kg)
- Complies with SAE J684 and VESC Regulation V-5 standards.