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Base Plates Specs:
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Installation Notes:
Requires some trimming of bumper (fascia, plastic, and/or grille)
Installation requires some minor drilling
Tow hooks must be removed and remain off the vehicle after installation
Height deviation up to 4" higher on the towing vehicle allowed when used for utility applications only with an Allure towbar
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Product intended for vehicles with a chrome metal bumper.
More Information >Base Plates Specs:
Base Plate Features:
Installation Notes:
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 intended for vehicles with a plastic molded bumper.
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Base Plate Features:
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Trimming of spoiler, air dam, grille or plastic fascia may be required on some models of this vehicle.
More Information >Base Plates Specs:
Base Plate Features:
Installation Notes:
Trimming of spoiler, air dam, grille or plastic fascia may be required on some models of this vehicle.
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