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Installation Instructions for EcoHitch X7395 on 2018 VW Tiguan  

Updated 12/11/2020 | Published 12/09/2020

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Is there a video anywhere for X7395 VW Tiguan hitch.

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We currently do not have a video of the installation of the EcoHitch # 306-X7395 on a 2018 VW Tiguan but as soon as we do get one through the shop we will do a video on this. However, there are detailed instructions included with this hitch that walk you through the process.

To try to give you a simple run down, it will involve removing the bumper and fascia, as well as the steel partition behind the bumper and replacing that with the hitch. You'll bolt it on and then replace everything in the reverse of the process you used to take it off and you're good to go. You will need a trim removal tool in order to remove the fascia and a good ratchet set and torque wrench to remove the bolts to install the hitch.

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