Installing Mopar Trailer Hitch Jeep Cherokee KL 2014+
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- čas přidán 12. 07. 2017
- This is my experience installing a trailer hitch and bezel on a 2016 Jeep Cherokee Latitude 4x4 (AD1). I have not done the hitch wiring, this video only covers the hitch install. This process should translate to all 2014+ Cherokees (KL) barring any design changes in future year models. This job is not difficult if a day is set aside for it. I recommend a rotary tool with a cutting wheel for the cutting of the bumper plastic for the bezel install.
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Hey I gotta pop back in here and say thank you very much for this video! Just finished installing mine in less than 2.5 hours. Felt great to be confident enough to toss the instructions aside for the most part. There is no possible way I could have done it by those instructions alone. Thank you!
Oh hey I didnt do the wiring either since it'll only be used for a bike rack for now, but you could put in a 7 way/4 pin plug just to cover that hole, thats what I did. Hopkins part 40974. Nice clean look, wiring could always be added later.
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Thanks! Glad it went well!
I asked couple mechanics about mopar hitch receiver but they said I'll have to replace the bumper but your video is really helpful, thanks !
I just did this install last night after watching this video. Thank you for taking the time to post this. Took 5 hours from beginning to end. I am not a great fabricator so I really had to take my time cutting.
Great job! You did it yourself and I am glad this helped you get it done.
Thanks for making this helps to know how hard something is
So would like to first thank you for posting this video. I have a 2019 Jeep Cherokee Limited and most of the directions helped, especially removing the molding around the rear wheels. Took me three hours to do the job myself, I wanted to note that there are some differences with the 2019 limited with the new rear styling. There's no longer a hitch bezel to cut out in the bumper; there's now a valance panel that needs to be replaced with the one with an opening for the tow hitch. You’ll need to call a dealer and get the exact part for your trim level and options.
With the valance panel, there are some things to consider
1) you’ll need to get it painted the body color ($500). I thought about doing the spray painting myself, but you’ll end up paying 200-300 bucks just on paint and materials. So I just got it done by a professional and I was really happy with the results
3) the limited has the rear motion sensors, so you’ll need to work around the wiring when popping off the old valance panel
4) the exhaust tips are attached to the valance panel by those darn rivets, so I used wire cutters to clip off the ends on the backside and they popped right off. I found some screws to fit the 1/8’’ holes and they worked quite well.
5) if you don’t get the tow hitch wiring kit, the hole for it is left open, I had to cover it up with some black plastic material so that rain/water doesn’t get into the new hitch
Great info for the new models. Thanks!
I was going to get it done at a dealer for 19 Jeep cherokee. Not for 1300 dollars! And that doesn’t even include the painting of the bumper part. The old way of cutting and then putting trim around the hole would cut cost.
Their are no videos for the 2019 if you made a video post it you will get lots of views.
So having no real clue I’m going to pay uhaul 350 bucks for a install. It won’t look great but my trailer won’t mind.
If you post a video of 2019 Jeep cherokee i would do it that way
Took 3 1/2 hours on 2016 Trailhawk. No cutting. Used curt 56208 wiring kit and it was very easy fit on. Had some trouble with screws but got it done!
Great!
Great job, I have a Renegade but I'm only leasing it so I'm going for the after market add on from U-haul
I'm looking to do this on my wife's 2016 cherokee. I saw on a reddit forum that the cherokee comes prewired for a hitch so you don't need to purchase a wiring harness, just the bumper with hitch receiver and the bezel. Is that correct?
Could you share a link. I cant seem to find it on amazon?
Good job
Thanks tahseen ali!
Hey, love the video. It has been a while since anyone asked, have you managed to add the trail hawk tow hook?
Thanks! No I really need to get that done. I have to find or make something that will look good as molding around it.
I have that same tool box
Didn’t come w a template. Couldn’t find a PDF. Any help?
Pasa el link para comprar las piezas
strong work! do you have the website where you got both the hitch and bezel
Thanks! Got them on Amazon
Hey Mark I'm planning to install this tow hitch to my 2015 Jeep Cherokee latitude and I want to know what’s the part number for the hitch and the bezel. Thank you
Sorry for the delay. This is what I ordered from Amazon: PART # 82213349AB & PART #82214562
What did you put on the hitch after you completed - i noticed a u-shaped bumper. I didn't get the wiring harness so wondering how to cover that hole so that water/rain doesn't get in
It is called a Bully Hitch Step. I added a lock to it.
Hey just buy the Hopkins part 40974, you can always add wiring later
How does this effect your toe rating? And warranty since it is an OEM part but not installed by factory
I'm not sure on either. Mine will be used for light towing and accessories. Also, I don't have a warranty.
Thanks Mark and well done.
Could you give the parts # by chance?? Also the information concerning ur books?
Thanks again.
Thanks! Bumper part # 82214562 Bezel part #82214562
Books are available in paperback and Kindle at
www.amazon.com/Mark-Ferdinand/e/B00RZOPQO4?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1565986179&sr=8-1
If you have an Apple device you can search Mark Ferdinand on iTunes
My local Jeep dealer will do the install of this hitch (all cutting, etc.) for $185. Realistically, how long does this process take? if it's more than a few hours, I'm sort of leaning towards just letting them handle it. I haven't pulled the trigger on the hitch yet, but getting ready to. Just trying to figure out if I should have them do it when I order it and pay for it all at once.
Thanks for a great, thorough video. Pretty confident I can do it thanks to your input.
Realistically I would say you are right at a few hours so that would depend on what your cut off is. Things always take longer for me and internet guys always seem to tell me that they take hardly any time at all.
@@MarkFerdinandAuthor Thanks friend! I don't trust these "internet guys." They're all shady characters. LOL!
Yes and I am exhibit A for that. ;-)
That’s a steal compared to where I am. They wanted 800 plus 3 for the harness. Gtfoh
Any update on whether you got the trail hawk tow hook on there? Thanks
I definitely plan to do that but have not had time to get into it yet. Need to find the right piece of black molding to make it look nice.
Could you share the tools name and brand ?
My hitch came with only one of those triangle plates...is there anywhere online where they say definitely if those triangle plates are bearing any load or not?
I have only seen comments online about them serving no purpose. I saw no obvious need for them.
They are there to keep the frame holes from flaring where the hitch is inserted
My bezel didn’t come with a template. Where did you get yours?
Mine came in the box with it.
Have you noticed any over heating while towing? Any downfalls?
I have not towed with it yet. I mostly wanted it for accessories and a rear recovery option.
Mark Ferdinand thanks for the response! I'm thinking of ways to move my stuff to Alaska and I thought, an enclosed trailer is the way to go. Assuming my latitude can handle it...
Sounds like a great adventure. I know the specific towing capacity specs are all available through Jeep somewhere. Will depend on your engine, trailer and weight.
You took the time to edit in a picture to cover a plate but couldn’t just take the two screws for the plate out?
The editing comes AFTER the filming Fucco! This isn't a Netflix production.
Would a Trailhawk from bumper fit on your Jeep?
Not sure.
Where did you get the hitch and beval cover??
I bought it from Amazon.
Just for jeeps, get the hitch and bezel for $293.00
what liter engine did you put this on?
2.4l
Did you have any issues with the parking sensors?
Also do I need the rear fascia part number 68232312AD
Hi. To be honest I don't think my model has parking sensors, if we are thinking of the same thing.
No what is needed is the bezel, if you want it to look right.
@@MarkFerdinandAuthor Thanks, my daughter has parking sensors and I wonder if that complicates things.
It may. I guess the safest thing would be to track down those sensors and wires and make sure you can carefully remove the bumper without disrupting them. Unfortunately I have no experience with that but good luck and feel free to report what you find out!
Where did you purchase your hitch package?
I got it off Amazon.
Just for jeeps, get the hitch and bezel for $293.00
What about the wiring harness??
I don't have one.
What roof rack are you using
Garvin 34018 Rack. Designed for our KL's.
How long does this take to do?
I am slow. It took me most of a Saturday.
No trailer light hook up.
No I don't need that yet.