Use the correct trailer ball for your application.

1. Trailer ball load rating Matches or exceeds the gross trailer weight rating of the trailer.
2. Ball diameter
Matches the size of the trailer coupler. Most couplers are stamped with the required
trailer ball size.

3. Shank length
Protrudes beyond the bottom of the lock washer and nut at least 2 threads.
4. Shank diameter
Matches the ball mount hole diameter size.
Hitch
Positions for towing hitch receiver and hitch ballOn-vehicle Inspection
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
CAUTION:
Be sure to follow the correct removal and installation procedures of the rear
airbag sensor.
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT REAR AIRBAG SENSOR (VEHICLE NOT INVOLVED IN COLLISION)
(a) Perform a diagnostic sys ...
Removal
REMOVAL
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
HINT:
Use the same procedure for the RH side and LH side.
The procedure listed below is for the LH side.
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL
2. REMOVE DECK SIDE TRIM
(a) Disengage the 5 claws, and ...
Data List / Active Test
DATA LIST / ACTIVE TEST
1. DATA LIST
HINT:
Using the Techstream to read the Data List allows the values or states of switches,
sensors, actuators and other items to be read without removing any parts. This non-intrusive
inspection can be very useful bec ...