Does Tow Hook of 2007 Honda Fit Interfere with Install of Trailer Hitch

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I think it’s held on by bolts Have you come across this issue before with the 07 fit? Can it be removed for the hitch to be installed?

asked by: Patrick C

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Can I see a picture of the tow ring you mentioned? I'd like to forward it to Draw Tite to see what they think. This is a 2007 Honda Fit correct?

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Patrick C.

1/9/2020

I think it’s held on by bolts Have you come across this issue before with the 07 fit? Can it be removed for the hitch to be installed?

Jameson C.

1/9/2020

Now I see what you mean. Actually the hitches we offer for your 2007 Honda Fit come with a U-bolt that wraps around the tow hook you sent a picture of when installing. I attached a picture that shows the hitch installed on a silver Fit and you can see the hook like in yours as well. So your current hook would not be an issue at all!

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