Difficulty Coupling the Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider  

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I am not exactly sure what you are referring to as the "glide plate" but if you are referring to the capture or locking plate that installs on the pin box then no, you cannot remove this as it prevents the kingpin from pivoting inside the hitch head. If you are having a hard time coupling the trailer you will want to refer to the steps I have listed for you below. It will be beneficial to you to make sure everything is properly greased and in working order.

1. Place wheel chock on each side of trailer wheels.
2. Adjust trailer jacks until trailer is a height for hook up. King pin plate should contact hitch approximately 1/2” below level.
3. Lower tailgate of truck.
4. If hitch is in locked position, remove safety pin and pull handle out to the “Ready to Couple” position.
5. Line truck so that the hitch will accept king pin. Back truck up slowly towards trailer until king pin engages. Hitch will lock when king pin is fully engaged.
6. With the trailer coupled, visually check to see if hitch is completely locked by looking at the handle position, as well as visually checking to ensure that the jaw bar has traveled completely across the front of the king pin.
7. Place safety pin thru the tab and the hole in the handle. This will prevent handle from opening.
8. Connect power cable and breakaway switch cable between truck and trailer.
9. Close and latch tailgate.
10. Apply trailer brakes and try to pull forward slowly to double check that hitch is locked. Trailer should prevent truck from moving.
11. Completely raise trailer jacks. Check for proper clearance between truck box and trailer.
12. Pick up and store wheel chocks. You are now ready to travel.

expert reply by: Conner L

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