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Draw-Tite/
Class I/
1-1/4 Inch Hitch/
2000 lbs GTW/
200 lbs TWItem # 24882
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This fully welded, corrosion-resistant vehicle trailer hitch receiver is perfect for your light-duty towing needs. Draw-Tite's Tested Tough guarantee ensures that this hitch exceeds industry standards. Drawbar sold separately.
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Draw-Tite's Tested Tough program provides testing standards far superior to those outlined by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), the go-to source for engineering professionals.
Each Draw-Tite trailer hitch receiver undergoes extensive fatigue testing and static testing with the ball mount that is either supplied or recommended for use with that particular hitch, thus ensuring results that are applicable to real life use. Fatigue testing is also conducted on hitches rated for use with weight-distribution systems.
In addition, Draw-Tite performs static testing on a simulated automobile, as opposed to the rigid fixture used for SAE testing, resulting in a more true-to-life scenario.
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2011 - 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
2016 - 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited
2014 - 2015 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel models
2014 - 2015 Chevrolet Cruze excluding Diesel
2012 - 2017 Buick Verano excluding Turbo and Dual Exhaust models
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Video of Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
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installation instructions And specs For complete information.
Today on this 2015 Chevrolet Cruze, we're going to review and install the Draw Tite Sport Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver, part number 24882. All right, this is what the hitch looks like when it's installed on our Chevy Cruze. You'll notice that you'll only see the receiver opening and the safety chain loops and that's it. The rest of the hitch is hidden behind the bumper. Now, this uses a half inch diameter hitch pin hold or your favorite locking hitch pin. On the bottom here, we have a traditional safety chain loop, which will work great with a wide variety of safety chains. This case, pretty much, if you're going to use on a small trailer, you'll probably have a hook just like this.
Hitch capacity wise, it's going to be rated for 200 pounds of tongue weight, which is the weight that pushes down on the hitch from your hitch ball or your accessories. Also, the hitch does have a pull weight of 2,000 pounds for your trailer. Now, you always want to double check with your owner's manual to make sure how much weight your vehicle can carry and pull. This is our inch and a quarter opening, right here, be great for very light towing loads or accessories. Now, a lot of times, you won't use your hitch for trailering purposes or you may never tow a trailer but it's great for an accessory, such as this bicycle rack right here. Next, we'll go ahead and give you some measurements that help you out in some of the selections and accessories, such as that bike rack you just saw or maybe even a cargo carrier. So, from the center of the hitch pin hole to the end of our bumper here, it's going to be about 3-3/4 inches.
From the top of the receiver opening down to the ground, looking like about 10-1/4 inches. Now the tools we use for our install's pretty simple; ratchet, a 13mm socket, 11/16 socketboth deep wellFairway long extension and also a torque wrench with a matching 11/16 socket. Now, let's go ahead and cover how we installed our hitch. Now, we got a lot of room to work with underneath our vehicle here and this is also an RS model and that won't interfere with anything as well. Plenty of room, this is actually a really good install to do on your garage floor. First step of our install, is go ahead and lower our exhaust to get a little better working room.
To do that, we're going to remove this bolt right here using a 13mm socket. Push up a little bit and pull back. This gives us about a inch or two of working room. Our next step is to install hardware into the frame of the vehicle. We need to install this block and this bolt.
The hitch does come with the bolt leader or fish wire tool to help do that. This is going to be pretty easy and simple. Now our hitch is going to attach by using this hole here and this hole here. So, to install our hardware, we'll take our bolt leader, push it through the hole we're going to use and out this larger hole here, which will be our access hole. Make sure you don't pull out the rest of your bolt leader from the original hole. Take your block, push it into the frame, and then take your bolt and thread it on, push it into the frame. Do it one more time using this hole right here. Okay. Now, in this case, we'll go ahead and leave our bolt leaders in place so that when we put the hitch up, if we knock the bolts back in, no big deal, we can pull them back through. Now, we're going to repeat that same process over on our drivers side here, using these two same holes. All right. Now we can go ahead and put our hitch in position. It's a good idea to get an extra set of hands and help put it up there. Now, we're going to take our bolt leaders, put it through the matching holes, and slowly push your hitch up into place, push it over your exhaust and up. Now if you can, push the hitch one way or the other to kind of trap the bolt. Remove your bolt leader and install your conical tooth washer with the teeth facing towards the hitch and then install the nut. We'll do one on each side to help stabilize the hitch. All right. Now, we'll go ahead and remove our other bolt leader and install the rest of our hardware. It'll be the same for all four bolts. Now, we'll go ahead and center up our hitch, which basically is pull it straight back and let the holes kind of guide it. You got a little bit of play, put it the way you want it and then we'll go ahead and tighten down our hardware, using 11/16 socket. Now we'll go ahead and torque the bolts down using a torque wrench inaudible 00:04:55 instructions. We'll do this to all of our bolts. All right. Let's go ahead and put our exhaust bracket back up into place and reinstall the original hardware. All right, and that'll finish it for our Draw Tite Sport Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver, part number 24882, on this 2015 Chevrolet Cruze.
Average Customer Rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars (52 Customer Reviews)
This fully welded, corrosion-resistant vehicle trailer hitch receiver is perfect for your light-duty towing needs. Draw-Tite's Tested Tough guarantee ensures that this hitch exceeds industry standards. Drawbar sold separately.by: RG04/24/2015
Installed the Draw Tite 24882 on a 2011 Chevy Cruz Eco in about 30 minutes. I have had a Thule 2 bike carrier for 10 years. It fits into a small reciever hitch.This is the third car it's been on. Took the bike to the trails already. No problems. I would note that the Cruz Eco sits low. The front end will bottom out on steep ramps or inclines. I have to cross them slow and sometimes at a 45% angle. This hitch doesn't seem like it would bottom out but the bike carrier might since it sticks out a bit. I haven't had that problem but I may throw the carrier in the trunk if I need to go up or down a steep ramp or driveway. 188099
One year later I am still satisfied with this hitch. I have managed to hit the bottom of the bike rake on the ground when driving down a steep ramp onto a level road. If I make the transition at an angle there is no problem. Without the bike carrier it never bottoms out.
RG - 04/24/2016by: Lisa04/20/2015
Although I have not attached the bike rack yet, the hitch itself was very simply to install; I did it myself in the parking lot of my apartment complex. The videos on etrailer are extremely helpful with the installation process; without them I wouldn't have attempted to install it on my own. The printed directions that came with the hitch were, in my opinion, written for the Buick Verano because I did not have to lower my exhaust or cut the heat shield on my Chevy Cruze, which obviously made installing the hitch much easier and quicker. I would definitely recommend this hitch as well as a review of the installation videos available on etrailer. 186714
If I had known then what I know now, I still would have bought the same hitch. Im very happy with it.Thanks!
Lisa - 04/21/2016by: Rich02/04/2016
I backed my 2015 Chevy Cruze Diesel up, and parked the rear wheels on ramps. This allowed plenty of room to angle the drivers side of the mount up over the tailpipe. Then I just rested it on the tailpipe. Next I used a floor jack to support and raise the middle, and got both sides lined up. Gingerly threaded on the nuts with washers so as not to loose them up inside the boxed frame. Then centered it and torqued all four nuts down. It only took me about 45 minutes and I'm an old man, I probably would have mounted it in half that time when I was a young buck. The hitch is barely noticeable and works great pulling light to medium loads with the little Cruze. The finish is very durable, but I made sure to give it a heavy coat of paste wax to help it fend off the road chemicals. 236943
by: HOOAH08/09/2012
Great price, outstanding service and hitch was delivered in 3 days- oh and the hitch was easy to install on my wifes Chevy Cruze. Took about 30 minutes for someone who isn't the most mechanically inclined individual. You will need 2 people to install it (one to hold it in place, the other to attach the screws; I used my 8 year old kid to hold it in place). The only possible negative is that the instructions were lacking. The instructions could use some better photos and focus on one model of vehicle vs having 2 types of vehicles listed which madethe instructions somewhat confusing (Chevy Cruz and Buick ?). Definately impressed with etrailer.com. You got a life long customer from this first time buyer. 51074
by: Diesel Cruze04/11/2015
Great product. Arrived in four days. Went on in 30 minutes. Only one thing was a little more tricky than the excellent video instructions: Installing on the diesel model AND not removing the exhaust was a little tricky since I did not have the benefit of a lift. I solved this with a hydraulic jack (since this model comes with no spare or jack) to lift the driver's rear corner about 3-4 inches. This gave enough clearance to manipulate. I probably could have avoided that by just parking the car with the rear hanging over a curb. 184711
by: Randy S.05/27/2015
Installed a Draw-Tite class 1 (part 24882) on a 2014 Chevy Cruze. Went as per the instructions but I did have to use a swivel socket and extension on the muffler side because I did not lower the muffler. Used the muffler to hold the hitch during install. Took about 30 minutes to complete. A friend recommended etrailer and the great install video sold me on the fact that I could do this by myself. Gave an excellent because I called to order and the sales person was great. He was so knowledgeable I call back next week to order a bike rack. 198261
by: Teo B.06/18/2014
It went on my Diesel Chevy Cruze hassle free! It is well built and the shipping was fast! I am towing a small motorcycle trailer and it has handled to great! I would recommend this product to anyone in the market. 136456
Ted, we have a 2014 diesel chevy cruz and the def tank seems to be in the way of mounting the hitch. Did you have that problem? If so, how did you mount it?
comment by: David P - 07/07/2014
Ted indicated that the installation was hassle free. None of the installation instructions from our hitch manufacturers mention needing to move the DEF tank to install the hitch on a 2014 Cruze. We have not had any other customers indicate that they have had any issues with the installation, and at this time we have not had the opportunity to install a trailer hitch on a Diesel Cruze.
Rachael H - 7/9/2014have you noticed any issues towing the small motorcycle trailer with it? and do you happen to know the weight?
comment by: Justin - 09/16/2015
by: B.W.08/21/2012
This is by far the easiest hitch I've ever installed. It is helpful to have a pair of long nose pliers too. I attached the metal piece and bolt to the wires, then threaded them through and grabbed the wire with the pliers. The wiring is a little more difficult, but still easy. Watch the video, it is very helpful. I did have a problem with the video though, it locked up about half way through for some reason. All in all it's a nice hitch and easy installation. Thanks 52459
by: Alan G.04/21/2017
Great product, tucks in well under bumper, you can barely see it, easy installation on my 2014 chevrolet cruze RS and the product looks well made. Thanks Etrailer! 372714
by: Ken N06/05/2016
This product was very easy to install. It took only 20 minutes. The video was very helpful and reduced the amount of time to install as well as a decisive factor in purchasing this product. I will be towing a very lightweight trailer at times as well as using it as a mount for my bicycle rack. I would do business with etrailer.com again. 257507
by: TRAV F11/27/2016
The reciever for the 2013 Chevy Cruze was fairly easy to install. Directions were straight forward, and I think could be done with only one person if the option for help is not available. My father-in-law and I installed it in about 30 minutes, and we took our time. I have had no issues with the reciever since installation about a year ago. 319963
by: Morgan06/29/2012
Everything was simple to install on my Cruze. The bolts were alittle hard to get in at first because they didn't fit in the holes in the frame so we had to feed them down through the frame which took a bit but once we got that in, everything was very easy from there on out! It looks great on my car and I can't wait to test it out! 46123
by: Larry N07/10/2012
Hitch was as described and easy to install. Crossmember is fully hidden behind rear facia. There was one typo in the installation instructions calling for items #1 and 4 to be installed with the pull wire. It should have said items #1 and 2. Small needlenose pliers were helpful grabbing the pull wire through the mounting hole. 47400
by: Art06/08/2017
Just received the hitch via UPS yesterday evening. I have yet to intsrall so this review is premature because etrailer is already bugging for a review. The hitch looks solid and has good solid welds, the box came ripped with parts of the hitch sticking out but it's a hitch so who cares if it's "scratched" right? 390760
by: Barry S.01/29/2014
It took me about fourty minutes and the biggest problem was getting my torque wrench betweem the exahust pipe and the nut to get the torque set correctly. I did the install in my garage without a jack and it worked out very well. The hardware that came with the hitch worked very well and fit as it should. 115161
by: Joe in Vt01/04/2017
I bought this to install on a Chevy Cruze. The installation took me about fifteen minutes total. The video on the site gave me insight on what to expect. The hitch was pre drilled and came with all the needed hardware and instructions. This is the second DTite hitch I own and I recommend the brand. 329847
by: Chuck H. (PA)10/08/2016
I had local garage install the hitch on my 2013 Chevy Cruze LTZ because I don't have level grade to work under the car. Mechanic said it went on smoothly and quickly. Not at all obtrusive when looking at the car from the rear. I purchased in combination with Thule 2-bike rack (#TH912XTR). 304592
by: Chris M.05/31/2012
Very easy installation. I did it by myself, although I was a little worried when mounting the hitch b/c of pushing the bolts into the frame, if you take your time you won't have a problem. Anyone can install this. The crossbar of the hitch stay hidden behind the rear bumper. Nice design. 42221
by: Joe K05/24/2014
I was very impressed how easy it was to install. I did it on the ground underneath a diesel chevy cruze. it took approximately 28 minutes I did almost all the work by myself, my girlfriend assisted me with installing the first nut, due to her not being able to crawl under the car beside me. 132327
by: ryan04/10/2016
Hitch installed easily. might be better to have somebody to help you but you can do it alone. instructions say to torque bolts to 50ft.-lbs but the ones over the exhaust are tough to torque unless you have a really small torque wrench. overall happy with hitch and quick service 243620
by: Elizabeth05/29/2015
The rack was very easy to install. We saw the video through trailer and it gave us a better idea of what do to during the installation. Chevy makes it easy to install the hitch. The hitch is very study and looks well hidden. 198607
by: Joe C04/05/2017
5 Stars. Super fast shipping with excellent prices. My new trailer go to dealer. Love the install videos they are very helpful. Bought a new hitch for my 2015 Chevy Cruze, again very fast free shipping and install was easy. 363418
by: Derek H.03/24/2015
This product installs very easily. You will probably need another person to help hold the hitch up as it's installed. Very sturdy and the holes for the bolts are positioned exactly where they should be. Highly Recommend! 180755
by: Tom Vesco07/30/2014
Very easy and quick to install, only took me 15 minutes to complete. Nice powder coated finish should last as long as my daughters car on which I installed it so she could use a hitch style bicycle rack. 143428
by: Kurt09/26/2015
Install was very easy. A second pair of hands was very useful for holding up the hitch while I got the nuts threaded onto the bolts. Using this on a long trip and so far, no problems. 227794
by: Robert S08/22/2015
Hitch went on without a problem. I watched the installation videos a couple of times and that gave me the confidence to try the install. It was installed in less than 25 minutes. 221130
by: Leon M10/27/2016
Excellent Rating, Fast shipping, good product, easy installation on chevy cruse. Using the guide wire worked great. The installation video was very helpful. Thanx etrailer.,., 311178
by: Danny K03/31/2017
Great product. Installed in 20 minutes using a jack. With very little clearance for me under the vehicle, I was able to install alone. Shipped quick and price was great! 361210
by: Sherry11/09/2014
The hitch arrived quickly - 3 days. After watching the video on how to install the hitch it was pretty straight forward. I am a 55+ woman and installed it by myself. 160034
by: Steve M.09/04/2013
One of the best engineered and constructed products that I have installed in a long time. Combined with the great customer care of etrailer makes this a must have. 98238
by: Keith03/29/2017
I have only used this hitch for my bike rack so far. It is on a 2012 Chevy Cruze. It was fairly easy to install and hasn't given any problems as of a year later. 360042
by: Lawrence03/29/2013
I received the hitch in 6 days of order with on problems. With the help of the video and the instructions, the hitch install was easy and took about 45 min. 73287
by: Tim D03/02/2016
This is the BEST. Easy to install. Very durable and quality built with STRENGTH. Will definitely be purchasing again on my next vehicle. 239134
by: John D06/17/2017
Extremely easy to install. Need two people and completed in 15-30 minutes. Using it only for a bike carrier, so didn't do any wiring etc. 395234
by: Rickye C.09/08/2016
Only complaint is, hitch not in stock,had to wait a month. Etrailer kept me informed. Hitch took less than half a hour to install. 292408
by: Bernie T10/27/2016
Installed in 50 minutes. Only problem the spacers were to big to fit through the large hole on Cruze. Had to cut on both sides to fit. 311241
by: Larry W.06/17/2015
It was great product. Really easy to install. Shipping was fast. Would have no problem purchasing from etrailer.com again. 204125
by: Michael02/22/2017
Product is as described. I love the hardware kit supplied, it makes installation so easy! Shipping was fast too! 344378
by: Mike B04/27/2012
Product follow and customer service is amazing. Questions were answered quickly. Thanks! 38563
by: Ralph S.05/14/2013
Couldn't be more straightforward.Installation was quick and snag free. 80225
by: Fred W10/10/2016
Good product...just what I needed....great price....FAST SHIPMENT!! 305231
by: Wayne R09/08/2016
Excellent packaging and shipping time and great people to work with 292577
by: Marc of Elburn07/17/2012
WOW! I installed it in less than 30 minutes. Thank you e-trailer! 48280
by: Marc of Elburn07/17/2012
WOW! I stalled it in less than 30 minutes. Thank you e-trailer! 48278
by: Matt06/19/2017
Went on very well and all parts were provided for install. 396019
by: John04/16/2013
Easy installation . Thanks for the great hitch, John M 76369
by: Ed DeLaney12/22/2011
Everything received. Not installed yet. Website Great! 28533
by: jeff R09/07/2016
installs easy good instructions went on fast 292078
by: scott n11/22/2013
Product. Fit the purpose as expected 108136
by: Nate H.05/29/2012
Easy to put on and looks super nice. 41991
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