Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Service manual — part 2272

Fig. 27: Trailer Hitch & Components
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1. Position the hitch platform to the vehicle.

2. Install the hitch platform bolts (6) to the frame weld nuts (2).

Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).

3. Install the bolts (1) and nuts (7) securing the hitch platform to the frame rails.

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Frame and Underbody - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra

& Silverado

Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 113 N.m (83 lb ft).

4. Install the hitch platform bolts (5) to the bumper weld nuts (4).

Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).

Fig. 28: Identifying Trailer Wiring & Receptacle
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5. Install the retainers (1) securing the trailer wiring harness (2) to the hitch platform.

6. Connect the trailer wiring harness connector (3) to the trailer wiring recepticle (4).

TRAILER HITCH REPLACEMENT (HEAVY DUTY)

Removal Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Frame and Underbody - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra

& Silverado

Fig. 29: Trailer Hitch & Components (Heavy Duty)
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1. Remove the hitch platform bolts (5) from the bumper weld nuts (4).

2. Remove the nuts (7) and bolts (1) securing the hitch platform to the frame rails.

3. Remove the hitch platform bolts (6) from the frame weld nuts (2).

4. Remove the hitch platform from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Frame and Underbody - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra

& Silverado

Fig. 30: Trailer Hitch & Components (Heavy Duty)
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

1. Position the hitch platform to the vehicle.

2. Install the hitch platform bolts (6) to the frame weld nuts (2).

Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).

3. Install the bolts (1) and nuts (7) securing the hitch platform to the frame rails.

NOTE:

Refer to Fastener Notice .

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Frame and Underbody - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra

& Silverado