Installation Instructions for Tesla Model S (2012-Present)

Part Numbers:

• 24958
• 77958
• CQT24958

Tools Required:

• Safety Glasses
• Ratchet
• Torque Wrench
• Sockets: 8mm, 10mm, 15mm
• 6" Socket Extension
• Panel Removal Tool
• Marker
• T25 and T30 Torx Bits
• Drill
• Jigsaw

Weight Capacities:

• Weight Carrying:
  • Max Gross Trailer Weight: 2,000 lbs (908 kg)
  • Max Tongue Weight: 200 lbs (90.8 kg)
• Weight Distributing:
  • Not Applicable

Installation Time:

• Estimated: 2.5 hours

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Remove Bottom Fins:

• Use a 10mm socket to remove (3) screws from the innermost long fins connected to the chrome piece on each side.
• Use a panel removal tool to remove (3) screws and (2) push pins from the outermost short fins on each side.
• Detach all plastic tabs and gently remove the fins from the bottom panels. Set them aside for reinstallation.

2. Remove Bottom Appearance Panels:

• Use a 10mm socket to remove (3) screws from the front bottom panel and (6) screws from the intersection line of the front and rear panels.
• Detach the front bottom panel.
• Remove (3) flange nuts from the studs on the trunk pan and (2) screws from the chrome piece using a 10mm socket.
• Loosen the rear bottom panel using a T30 Torx bit.

3. Loosen Wheel Well Liners:

• Locate the plastic trim inside the wheel well liners.
• Use a panel removal tool to remove (2) clips from the bottom and (3) clips from the sides on each side.
• Remove (1) push pin and (1) flange nut from the wheel well liners using a 10mm socket.
• Loosen the fascia connection point screws using a T25 Torx bit.

4. Remove Trunk Panels:

• Open the hatch and remove the interior carpet liner.
• Loosen the weather stripping and detach the center trunk panel from (4) snap clips.
• Detach the curved plastic trunk panels near the taillights from (2) snap clips on each side.
• Peel off the rectangular adhesive rubber tape behind the carpet liner and remove (1) flange nut from the end panel studs using a 10mm socket with extension.

5. Remove Fascia:

• Use a plastic trim tool to detach the fascia starting at the wheel wells.
• Disconnect the wiring harness on the passenger side, if present. Set the fascia aside for reinstallation.

6. Remove Bumper Beam and Sensor:

• Use a 15mm socket to remove (8) factory flange nuts securing the bumper beam and another (8) from the bumper end panel.
• If a second layer of the bumper beam is present, remove it and return it to the owner.
• Remove the sensor in the center of the bumper end panel using an 8mm socket.

7. Install Hitch:

• Raise the hitch into position and hang it on the bumper end panel studs.
• Torque (4) factory flange nuts on the middle studs to 42 lb-ft (57 N·m).
• Reinstall the bumper beam and loosely secure the remaining factory flange nuts. Torque all fasteners to 42 lb-ft (57 N·m).
• Use cable ties to reattach the sensor to the hitch center section.

8. Trim Fascia:

• Use a drill, jigsaw, and the provided template to trim the chrome and plastic pieces as needed.

9. Reinstall Components:

• Reinstall the wiring harness, fascia, trunk panels, wheel well liners, bottom appearance panels, and fins in reverse order.

Safety Notes:

• Regularly inspect the hitch and all fasteners for proper tightness.
• Plug all holes in the trunk pan or body panels if the hitch is removed to prevent water or exhaust entry.
• Replace any damaged hitch or ball immediately.
• Always wear safety glasses and take precautions when working under the vehicle.
• Do not cut holes with a torch.

Specifications:

• Hitch Type: Class I
• Compliance: This product meets safety specifications and requirements as per V.E.S.C. Regulation V-5 and SAE J684.

Note: Always adhere to the vehicle manufacturer's weight rating or the hitch's maximum load rating, whichever is lower.

Installation Instructions for Tesla Model S (2012-Present)

Part Numbers:

• 24958
• 77958
• CQT24958

Tools Required:

• Safety Glasses
• Ratchet
• Torque Wrench
• Sockets: 8mm, 10mm, 15mm
• 6" Socket Extension
• Panel Removal Tool
• Marker
• T25 and T30 Torx Bits
• Drill
• Jigsaw

Weight Capacities:

• Weight Carrying:
  • Max Gross Trailer Weight: 2,000 lbs (908 kg)
  • Max Tongue Weight: 200 lbs (90.8 kg)
• Weight Distributing:
  • Not Applicable

Installation Time:

• Estimated: 2.5 hours

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Remove Bottom Fins:

• Use a 10mm socket to remove (3) screws from the innermost long fins connected to the chrome piece on each side.
• Use a panel removal tool to remove (3) screws and (2) push pins from the outermost short fins on each side.
• Detach all plastic tabs and gently remove the fins from the bottom panels. Set them aside for reinstallation.

2. Remove Bottom Appearance Panels:

• Use a 10mm socket to remove (3) screws from the front bottom panel and (6) screws from the intersection line of the front and rear panels.
• Detach the front bottom panel.
• Remove (3) flange nuts from the studs on the trunk pan and (2) screws from the chrome piece using a 10mm socket.
• Loosen the rear bottom panel using a T30 Torx bit.

3. Loosen Wheel Well Liners:

• Locate the plastic trim inside the wheel well liners.
• Use a panel removal tool to remove (2) clips from the bottom and (3) clips from the sides on each side.
• Remove (1) push pin and (1) flange nut from the wheel well liners using a 10mm socket.
• Loosen the fascia connection point screws using a T25 Torx bit.

4. Remove Trunk Panels:

• Open the hatch and remove the interior carpet liner.
• Loosen the weather stripping and detach the center trunk panel from (4) snap clips.
• Detach the curved plastic trunk panels near the taillights from (2) snap clips on each side.
• Peel off the rectangular adhesive rubber tape behind the carpet liner and remove (1) flange nut from the end panel studs using a 10mm socket with extension.

5. Remove Fascia:

• Use a plastic trim tool to detach the fascia starting at the wheel wells.
• Disconnect the wiring harness on the passenger side, if present. Set the fascia aside for reinstallation.

6. Remove Bumper Beam and Sensor:

• Use a 15mm socket to remove (8) factory flange nuts securing the bumper beam and another (8) from the bumper end panel.
• If a second layer of the bumper beam is present, remove it and return it to the owner.
• Remove the sensor in the center of the bumper end panel using an 8mm socket.

7. Install Hitch:

• Raise the hitch into position and hang it on the bumper end panel studs.
• Torque (4) factory flange nuts on the middle studs to 42 lb-ft (57 N·m).
• Reinstall the bumper beam and loosely secure the remaining factory flange nuts. Torque all fasteners to 42 lb-ft (57 N·m).
• Use cable ties to reattach the sensor to the hitch center section.

8. Trim Fascia:

• Use a drill, jigsaw, and the provided template to trim the chrome and plastic pieces as needed.

9. Reinstall Components:

• Reinstall the wiring harness, fascia, trunk panels, wheel well liners, bottom appearance panels, and fins in reverse order.

Safety Notes:

• Regularly inspect the hitch and all fasteners for proper tightness.
• Plug all holes in the trunk pan or body panels if the hitch is removed to prevent water or exhaust entry.
• Replace any damaged hitch or ball immediately.
• Always wear safety glasses and take precautions when working under the vehicle.
• Do not cut holes with a torch.

Specifications:

• Hitch Type: Class I
• Compliance: This product meets safety specifications and requirements as per V.E.S.C. Regulation V-5 and SAE J684.

Note: Always adhere to the vehicle manufacturer's weight rating or the hitch's maximum load rating, whichever is lower.

Warranty Information:

For complete warranty instructions, please download the full installation PDF.

Technical Support:

For technical support and assistance, our team of experts is available to help. You can reach our tech support by visiting www.trailerjacks.com or calling 877-869-6690.

Attention: This is a summary of the installation procedure. For complete installation instructions, including diagrams and detailed information from the manufacturer, please download the full installation PDF.