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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2012EXPRESS 3500 V8-4.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMEFRAMETRAILER HITCHSERVICE AND REPAIRTRAILER WEIGHT-DISTRIBUTING HITCH PLATFORM REPLACEMENT
2012 Chevrolet Express 3500 V8-4.8L
Trailer Weight-Distributing Hitch Platform Replacement
2012 Chevrolet Express 3500 V8-4.8LSECTION Trailer Weight-Distributing Hitch Platform Replacement
Trailer Weight-Distributing Hitch Platform Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the hitch to frame mounting bolts and the nuts.
2. Remove the hitch from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the hitch to the vehicle.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution .
2. Install the hitch to frame mounting nuts and the bolts and tighten to 88 Nm (65 lb ft).
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.