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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP2002LIBERTY LIMITED EDITION 2WD V6-3.7L VIN KREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMEFRAMETRAILER HITCHSERVICE AND REPAIR
2002 Jeep Liberty Limited Edition 2WD V6-3.7L VIN K
Trailer Hitch: Service and Repair
2002 Jeep Liberty Limited Edition 2WD V6-3.7L VIN KSECTION Service and Repair
TRAILER HITCH
REMOVAL

1. Remove the tow hooks, if equipped.
2. Disconnect trailer electrical connector.
3. Support the hitch with a suitable lifting device.

4. Remove the bolts and remove the trailer hitch.
INSTALLATION
1. Support the hitch with a suitable lifting device and install the hitch.

2. Install the bolts (1) and tighten to 88 N.m (65 ft.lbs.)
3. Connect the electrical connector.

4. Install the tow hooks, if required.
REMOVAL
1. Remove the tow hooks, if equipped.
2. Disconnect trailer electrical connector.
3. Support the hitch with a suitable lifting device.
4. Remove the bolts and remove the trailer hitch.
INSTALLATION
1. Support the hitch with a suitable lifting device and install the hitch.
2. Install the bolts (1) and tighten to 88 N.m (65 ft.lbs.)
3. Connect the electrical connector.
4. Install the tow hooks, if required.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.