Is It Safe To Use a Receiver as a Lifting Point On a 2021 Chevrolet Equinox
Question:
I am wondering if it is safe to use the hitch that I installed on my 2021 Equinox as a jacking point to lift the rear of the vehicle.
asked by: Ben
Expert Reply:
You should never use the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 76419 as a lifting point for your 2021 Chevrolet Equinox. The receiver is not capable of supporting the weight of your Equinox and may easily become damaged if you used it as a lifting point.
We do offer the Performance Tool Electric Car Jack # PTW1609 that will more easily allow you to jack up your Equinox and use Jack Stands # PTW41021 to safely work under your vehicle.

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Performance Tool Electric Car Jack - 5" to 14" Lift - 4,000 lbs
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- Jacks and Jack Stands
- Electric Jack
- 4000 lbs
- Performance Tool
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Vehicle Jack Stands - 10-3/4" to 16-3/4" Lift - 4,000 lbs - Qty 2
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- Jack Stands
- 4000 lbs
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
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- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 675 lbs TW
- 4500 lbs GTW
- 4500 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 675 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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