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This page is for Explorers without the factory receiver. The aftermarket hitch mounts at the rear frame and bumper structure after the exhaust is supported and the mounting area is inspected for factory tow equipment.

1. Confirming Fitment and Factory Equipment

We inspect the frame, bumper, spare-tire area, and any factory tow equipment before the vehicle is raised.

2. Creating Safe Working Clearance

The exhaust, spare tire, splash panels, or bumper fasteners are moved only as required for the specific generation.

3. Preparing the Structural Mounting Points

Factory holes and weldnuts are cleaned; enclosed-frame hardware is fishwired where the design requires it.

4. Raising and Centering the Receiver

The hitch is lifted evenly and every structural fastener is started before final tightening.

5. Applying Final Torque and Restoring Components

Hardware is torqued to specification, removed components are restored, and receiver, exhaust, and bumper clearances are checked.

Finished Appearance: The centered 2-inch receiver sits below the rear bumper with the cross tube tucked close to the body. Vehicles already equipped with a factory receiver are not converted with this installation.