How to Install Curt Class I Hitch C11031 on a 2009 Kia Rondo

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I NEED EXACT INSTS FOR INST INCLUDING MUFFLERHEAT SHLD MODS. I AM UNABLE TO DOWNLOAD. 4CYL ENGINE

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Installation of hitch # C11031 on your 2009 Kia Rondo would go as follows.

1. Lower exhaust to ease installation.
2. Temporarily remove heat shield. Save heat shield and hardware for reinstallation.
3. Remove tie down hook and return to vehicle owner for reinstallation if hitch is ever removed.
4. Remove fasteners in the frame rails as shown above.
5. Raise hitch into position and install fasteners as shown.
6. Torque all M8 fasteners to 17 ft-lb and M10 fasteners to 36 ft-lb.
7. Reinstall heat shield.
8. Raise exhaust back into position.

expert reply by: Sarah L

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