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Nissan Altima Trailer Hitch Videos

Trailer Hitch Installation - 2012 Nissan Altima - Draw-Tite

Today on this 2012 Nissan Altima were going to install part number 24796 from Draw Tite. This is what the hitch looks like when its installed on the vehicle. Next well give you some measurements to help you out in selecting some accessories, such as a bicycle rack or a cargo carrier. From the top of the receiver opening down to the ground will be 10 inches, and from the center of the hitch pin hole to the edge of the bumper will be five and three quarter inches. Now Ill go ahead and show you how the hitch is installed. The first thing we do is open up the trunk and get inside the vehicle.

Trailer Hitch Installation - 2009 Nissan Altima

Today on this 2009 Nissan Altima we are going to be installing Draw-Tite hitch part number 24796. And this installation will also apply for Hidden Hitch part number 60873. Before we get started with our hitch installation, we are going to go ahead and show you a couple of the final install dimensions which are going to help make choosing your hitch accessories a little bit easier. From the top of the receiver tube opening to the ground is going to measure 8-3/4 inches. And from the center of the pin hole to clear the rear edge of the bumper is going to measure approximately 6-1/2 inches. Now we will go ahead and move on to the installation. 0:34

Trailer Hitch Installation - 2006 Nissan Altima

Today on this 2006 Nissan Altima we are going to install part number 24788 from Draw-Tite. This will also apply to part number 60944 from Hidden Hitch. This is what the hitch looks like when it is installed on the vehicle. Also it will give you some measurements that will help you out in ing some accessories. From the top of the receiver opening down to the ground is going to be 10 inches and from the center of the hitch pin hole to the outside edge of the bumper is going to be six inches. Next we will show you how the hitch was installed. 00:29

Trailer Hitch Installation - 2010 Nissan Altima

Today on this 2010 Nissan Altima we are going to be installing Draw-Tite hitch part number 24796. This installation will also apply for Hidden Hitch part number 60873. The first thing we need to do before we can get started installing our trailer hitch is you need to go in the trunk area of the vehicle and remove the flooring. We will be drilling holes through the trunk floor to attach our hitch to. We want to make sure we get this out of the way before we do that. Now we can come underneath the vehicle, and we need to unbolt both of our mufflers from the main cross tube here, we are going to take and loosen these clamps because we are going to be taking both mufflers off the vehicle. :33

Trailer Hitch Installation - 2008 Nissan Altima

Today we are going to be installing hitch part number 60873 from Hidden Hitch on a 2008 Nissan Altima. OK, the first thing we want to do is to open up the trunk and remove the carpeting from the trunk floor as well as any fiberboard bins that may be located in here, as well. The first thing we want to do is to remove the ground wire off of the exhaust here. Then, after that, we are going to come over and unbolt the exhaust from the flange here, and remove both bolts, which is going to allow us to take the exhaust off of the rubber isolator hanger, which is up in here. And then we want to repeat that for the other side, as well.

Nissan Altima Trailer Hitch Questions and Answers

Options for Carrying 4 Bikes with a 2010 Nissan Altima with a Class I Hitch
I believe I have an option for carrying 4 bikes with your Altima, but the thing about using a hitch adapter is that they cut the capacity of the hitch in half due to the increased leverage and movement the adapter creates. Since the hitch on your 2010 Nissan Altima is most likely a Class I hitch with a 200 lb tongue capacity and using a hitch adapter would reduce that down to 100 lbs, you would not have enough capacity for the weight of your rack plus 4 bikes. Also, Class I hitches are not
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Trailer Hitch on 2003 Nissan Altima is Pointed Down
There is something wrong with the hitch on your 2003 Nissan Altima and you should NOT use it in its present condition. The receiver should not be pointing down like in your picture. Something has occurred to make it point down. It may have been overloaded at some point, the vehicle could have been hit when the hitch was already installed, the vehicle could have been hit prior to installation causing the mounting locations to contort, or it may have been installed incorrectly or is not the right
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Removing Exhaust Heat Shield When Installing Curt Class I Hitch on 2013 Nissan Altima
As you can see in the photo I assembled from captured images from the install video, the mounting flange of the hitch provides almost as much heat protection as the heat shield that is removed and discarded. The steel of the hitch mounting flange is much thicker than that of the heat shield. I checked with my contact in the engineering department at Curt Manufacturing, who assured me that the mounting flange will offer enough heat protection that a fire hazard will not exist.
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Is Drilling or Modification Needed to Install a Trailer Hitch on a 2013 Nissan Altima Coupe
There is no drilling required to install the Hidden Hitch trailer hitch # 60877 for the 2013 Nissan Altima Coupe. However, access holes will need to be enlarged in order to get the hardware in place. Since you are leasing the vehicle I do not recommend making modifications to the vehicle unless the dealer leasing the vehicle determines it is ok to do so. I have linked the instructions that you can show the dealer to help make that decision. If you get the go ahead to install the trailer hitch
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Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2013 Nissan Altima
It is not uncommon for a hitch to fit multiple vehicles. This is the case with Curt trailer hitch # C11352. It does indeed fit the Nissan Maxima and Altima. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you. If you plan on doing some towing with the hitch I recommend going with # C113523 because it is the same hitch but it comes with a ball mount, pin, and clip. Then you would just need a ball like # 19256 for a 1-7/8 inch diameter or # 19258 for a 2 inch diameter.
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2 Inch Adapter Recommendation for Hidden Hitch Receiver # 60873
For your vehicle and the hitch you referenced, I recommend the 1-1/4 inch to 2 inch Brophy Hitch Adapter # HTAD. It will convert any 1-1/4 inch Class I or II receiver to a 2 inch receiver and has enough length for use with the brands you mentioned. A word of caution; using this adapter will cut your gross tongue weight capacity in half and this adapter cannot be used for towing or for using a snow plow. I have provided a video review of this product. I do want to point out that using an adapt
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Comparing Hidden Hitch, Draw-Tite, and Curt Trailer Hitches for a 2013 Nissan Altima Sedan
As far as quality, all of the hitches for the 2013 Nissan Altima sedan are on par with each other. The Hidden Hitch and Draw-Tite hitches (# 60873 and # 24796) undergo additional voluntary testing procedures that other hitches do not. But all of the hitches including Curt hitch # 11352 are built to meet or exceed required industry strength standards. The main difference is that the Curt hitch requires the use of a stabilization strap, # 18050, for any non-trailer load such as a bike rack or
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Will the Hidden Hitch for the 2013 Nissan Altima fit the 4 Cylinder Models Also
I spoke to my contact at Hidden Hitch and he said that the hitch # 60873 can be used on the 2013 Nissan Altima 4 cylinder or 6 cylinder as long as it is a sedan. However, if your owners manual says that the 4-cylinder models should not have hitches installed on them then you should go with their recommendation so as not to void your warranty. Check out the installation video and instructions I attached for this product also.
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Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendations for a 2012 Nissan Altima Coupe
Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 24801 will fit your 2012 Nissan Altima Coupe. I have linked the instructions for you. This is a Class I trailer hitch with a 1-1/4 inch receiver. You will need to make sure the bike rack you have is Class I compatible. Class I trailer hitches are limited to carrying 2 bikes maximum. If you determine that you do need a compatible bike rack, I recommend the Swagman Titan, # S63400. This rack is Class I compatible, has the ability to tilt down, it comes with anti-sway
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Tips on Installing Hidden Hitch Trailer Hitch 60877 on a 2008 Nissan Altima Coupe
There really is no special way to get the Hidden Hitch, # 60877, into position on your 2008 Nissan Altima coupe. It looks like you would have to do either the left or right side first then angle in the other side. You do not have to lower the exhaust but if you find there is no other way then use a strap to support the exhaust and then take the exhaust off of the rubber hangers to lower it. The strap will hold it up and it will be down low enough to get the hitch in easier.
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Trunk Mounted 3 Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2006 Nissan Altima
First, all of the trailer hitches for the 2006 Nissan Altima are Class I trailer hitches that can carry a maximum of 2 bikes. To carry 3 bikes, I recommend going with a trunk mount bike rack. The easiest rack to install is the Thule Raceway, # TH9002. It uses retractable cables that make installation and removal fast and simple. I have included some links on this bike rack for you. For the womens bikes, in order to carry them more level, you will need to use bike adapter bars on them, # TH982
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Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2010 Nissan Altima for a Thule Doubletrack Bike Rack
Yes, if you have a sedan then the Draw-Tite hitch you have referenced, # 24796, will be a good choice (for a coupe use # 24801). This is a Class I trailer hitch and the Thule Doubletrack, # TH990XT, will fit in a Class I trailer hitch. The bike rack measures 7-1/2 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the curved bracket on the rack. This measurement is important because when we installed the hitch on a 2010 Altima, see video, we measured a distance of 7 inches from hitch pin hole c
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Trailer Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendations for a 2010 Nissan Altima Coupe
The Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch, # 24801, installs under the vehicle on the frame so it will fit a 2010 Nissan Altima Coupe with or without a spoiler. I have included a link to the installation instructions for the hitch. All of the trailer hitches for your car are Class I trailer hitches. This means you are limited to carrying 2 bikes on a bike rack compatible with a Class I trailer hitch. The platform style racks like the Swagman XC, # S64650, are very popular, and the XC is compatible with a C
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Is Exhaust Lowering Required for Trailer Hitch Installation on a 2012 Nissan Altima
The Hidden Hitch Trailer Hitch, # 60877, for the 2012 Nissan Altima Coupe, does not require lowering the exhaust for installation. I have included a link to the installation instructions for the hitch so you could see exactly how the hitch is installed. For a 4 door sedan, use Hidden Hitch # 60873. For the sedan model, temporary removal of the muffler is required. I have included a link to a video and to the instructions for this hitch as well. For trailer wiring, you will need to use # 1
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Removing the Mufflers on a 2011 Nissan Altima for Trailer Hitch Installation
When installing the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 24796 on a 2011 Nissan Altima, you will still need to temporarily remove that portion of the exhaust as indicated in the instructions. With the band clamp instead of a flange, you will just re-install the same parts that came with the clamp when you removed it. No sealant or gasket will be required. I have included a link to the installation details and a video showing a typical installation for you. In the video, the 2010 Altima actually does ha
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Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2011 Nissan Altima Sedan
Basically, the designs of each of the hitches for the 2011 Nissan Altima are dependent upon the mounting locations for a hitch. Because of this, the hitch options are all very similar and no one is more hidden than the others. On all of the hitch options, the cross tubing will be visible below the rear fascia. For the sedan, I recommend the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch, # 24796. This is the most popular hitch for your 2011 Nissan Altima. I have included a link to the installation instructions for
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Enlarging Frame Holes To Install Draw-Tite Class I Part 24801 on 2011 Altima Coupe
The video you refer to was placed on that product page in error. It refers to a different part number installed on the sedan, not the coupe. The install would not involve drilling down through the trunk. The hole closest to the front of the vehicle would need to be enlarged enough so that the block washer and carriage bolt can be fished into the frame member. This hole can be enlarged by drilling a small adjacent hole on either side of the existing hole and using a cold chisel to remove th
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Recommend Draw-Tite Hitch For 2008 Nissan Altima Coupe
I do have a hitch that will fit your 2008 Nissan Altima Coupe, but the hitch you selected, Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 24796, will not fit as it is designed for the Sedan model of the Altima. For your Altima Coupe, you will need the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch, part # 24801, which is also a Class I 1-1/4 inch hitch. To complete your towing setup, you may be interested in the following items: Curt Wiring, part # 56022 Draw-Tite Ball Mount, part # 3594 1-7/8 Inch Hitch Ball, part # 19256 Pin a
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SAE Compliant Trailer Hitch Recommendation For a 2005 Nissan Altima
The only trailer hitches available for a 2005 Nissan Altima are class I trailer hitches. Both the Draw-Tite hitch # 24788, and Hidden Hitch, part # 60944, exceed the standards outlined by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE). Specifically, these hitches comply with the safety specifications and requirements for connecting devices and towing systems in the state of New York, V.E.S.C. Regulation V-5 and SAE J684. If you plan on doing some towing, I recommend the Hidden Hitch, # 60944, beca
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Do I Need To Remove Exhaust Heat Shields To Install CURT Trailer Hitch # 11352 On 2010 Nissan Altima
I do have some hitch options available for your 2010 Nissan Altima that do not require the removal of the heat shields, but the CURT trailer hitch # 11352, does require the heat shields to be removed. Both the Hidden Hitch # 60873 and the Draw-Tite hitch # 24796 will allow you to retain the heat shields on your 2010 Nissan Altima. Both hitches are Class I 1-1/4 models, and they both have the same tongue weight and towing capacity of the CURT hitch # 11352 that you selected. The difference
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What Bike Rack Will Work On The Draw-Tite Class I 1-1/4 Inch Hitch # 24796 On A 2010 Nissan Altima
The Draw-Tite Class I 1-1/4 Inch Hitch, part # 24796, will fit your 2010 Nissan Altima. I am including a link to the installation instructions on the Draw-Tite hitch. The SportRack Evader 3 Bike Carrier, part # A30403XT, will fit a 1-1/4 inch hitch but it has to be a Class II hitch. The Draw-Tite hitch # 24796 is only a Class I hitch. So the bike carrier will not work on the Draw-Tite hitch. A Class I hitch is a 1-1/4 inch receiver and is rated at a maximum tongue weight capacity of 200 lb
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Compatibility of Thule Doubletrack Bike Rack with 2007 Nissan Altima
The Thule Doubletrack is compatible with the hitch, but there will most likely be a clearance issue between the rack and the vehicle. If you will click on the video link I have provided you can see that once installed, the distance from the hitch pin hole in the receiver to the point where the rear bumper is cleared is 7 inches. The shank (the piece that slides into the receiver) on the Doubletrack measures 6-1/2 inches from the hitch pin hole to the closest portion of the folding mechanism. The
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Additional Parts Needed to Equip a 2005 Nissan Altima to Tow a Boat Trailer
I did some research on the 2005 Nissan Altima models, and it looks like your vehicle should have a 1000lb towing capacity. As long as the weight of the boat and trailer does not exceed 1000lbs, you should be able to tow it with a setup comprised of the # 60944 hitch, wiring, and a hitch ball. The hitch itself is rated for up to 2000lbs, but you must always adhere to the lowest capacity in the towing system, which in this case would be the rating of the vehicle itself. To wire your vehicle f
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What is the Difference Between Hidden Hitch 60944 and Draw-Tite Hitch 24788 for a 2005 Nissan Altima
Hidden Hitch and Draw-Tite are sister companies and yes, the 60944 and hitch # 24788 are the same hitch design. However, the reason for the price difference is because the Hidden Hitch includes a draw bar and pin and clip. You would need these if you are towing, but if you are just using a bike rack or cargo carrier, you would not need a draw bar. You will need to remove some material to enlarge a couple of holes to provide an access hole to install the bolts in the frame rail. I have added a
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Will the Draw-Tite Class I Trailer Hitch # 24801 Fit on a 2010 Nissan Altima Hybrid Coupe
I spoke with my contact at Draw-Tite to be sure that the Draw-Tite Class I Trailer Hitch # 24801 will fit on a 2010 Nissan Altima Hybrid Coupe (2 door). He said that it will fit because the frame is the same on the Hybrid Model. If you have a 2010 Nissan Altima Hybrid Sedan (4 door), then the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch, item # 24796, will fit on this vehicle.
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Derale 8000 Series Transmission Cooler Part # D13501 for 2008 Nissan Altima
The hitch itself will provide no problems. It will pull up to 2000 lbs all day long with no issue. Since you are going to be traveling in a hilly area, I would strongly suggest installing a transmission cooler to protect your transmission. The Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler, part # D13501 would be a great choice. The cooler is cheap insurance for your transmission. The installation is fairly straightforward, we have an installation video showing a similar cooler being in
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