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This Pathfinder hitch uses six factory frame weldnuts and tucks its main structure behind the bumper. Installation includes lowering the spare tire, removing the driver-side tow hook, and making a small centered clearance opening in the lower fascia.

1. Removing the Tow Hook and Lowering the Spare Tire

The driver-side tow hook is removed and returned to the owner. The spare tire is lowered to create safe working room around the rear frame rails.

2. Releasing the Lower Fascia Brackets

The lower fascia retainers and mounting brackets are removed carefully and saved for reinstallation.

3. Making the Centered Clearance Opening

A small measured section is trimmed from the underside of the lower fascia so the receiver can pass through without distorting the bumper.

4. Raising the Hitch to the Factory Weldnuts

The receiver is lifted evenly and six structural bolts are started by hand in the existing threaded frame points. No holes are drilled.

5. Torquing and Reassembling the Rear

The hardware is tightened in sequence, the fascia brackets are restored, and the spare tire is raised back into position.

6. Final Clearance Inspection

We confirm that the fascia sits correctly and check clearance around the spare tire, exhaust, receiver, and safety-chain loops.

Finished Appearance: Only the centered 2-inch receiver and safety-chain loops remain visible below the bumper; the main cross tube is concealed. The installed-vehicle photo is shown using Fit so the full rear view remains visible without cropping.