Base Plates Specs:
Base Plate Features:
Removable drawbars with an easy to use design - simply twist and pull. Baseplate frame brackets remain well hidden.
Installation Notes:
Requires temporary removal of bumper, fascia, and/or grille during installation
Drilling required for installation
Trimming of spoiler, air dam, grille or plastic fascia may be required on some models of this vehicle.
Tech Tip:
Product fits US and Canadian market models.
More Information >Base Plates Specs:
Base Plate Features:
Removable drawbars with an easy to use design - simply twist and pull. Baseplate frame brackets remain well hidden.
Installation Notes:
Requires temporary removal of bumper, fascia, and/or grille during installation
Drilling required for installation
Trimming of spoiler, air dam, grille or plastic fascia may be required on some models of this vehicle.
Tech Tip:
Product fits Canadian market models.
More Information >Base Plates Specs:
Base Plate Features:
Removable drawbars with an easy to use design - simply twist and pull. Baseplate frame brackets remain well hidden.
Installation Notes:
Requires temporary removal of bumper, fascia, and/or grille during installation
Drilling required for installation
Trimming of spoiler, air dam, grille or plastic fascia may be required on some models of this vehicle.
Tech Tip:
Product fits US and Canadian market models.
More Information >Base Plates Specs:
Base Plate Features:
Installation Notes:
Requires temporary removal of bumper/fascia during installation
Requires some trimming of bumper (fascia, plastic, and/or grille)
Installation requires some minor drilling
Requires some trimming of the air dam
Tech Tip:
Product does not fit the S model.
More Information >Base Plates Specs:
Base Plate Features:
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