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The Encore GX hitch replaces the rear impact structure behind the bumper. Because the receiver occupies the same central area used by the hands-free liftgate equipment, we only offer this installation on vehicles without the kick-sensor system.

1. Verifying Liftgate Equipment

The lower bumper is inspected before scheduling; vehicles equipped with the hands-free kick sensor are excluded from this service.

2. Removing the Rear Fascia

The taillights, wheel-opening fasteners, lower shields, and sensor connections are released so the bumper cover can be removed intact.

3. Removing the Factory Reinforcement

The original bumper beam is unbolted and the body mounting faces are inspected before the replacement hitch structure is installed.

4. Installing and Aligning the Hitch

The concealed crossmember is centered behind the fascia and tightened evenly across the rear body mounting points.

5. Creating Hidden Lower Clearance

A measured opening is made in the underside panel where required; the visible painted face is preserved.

6. Restoring and Inspecting the Vehicle

The fascia, lamps, lower panels, and electrical connections are restored before receiver centering and bumper gaps are checked.

Finished Appearance: The cross tube is concealed behind the bumper. The 2-inch receiver remains visible below the center of the lower fascia.

The rating stamped on a hitch does not increase the vehicle manufacturer's towing or tongue-weight limit. We verify the intended use before scheduling and the lower applicable limit always controls.