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| Side Application Type Description | Blank |
| Tongue Weight (TW) | 500 LB |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty (One-Year Finish, One-Year Parts) |
| Weight Carrying Capacity (WC) | 5,000 LB |
| Weight Distribution (WD) | 5,500 LB |
| Weight Distribution Tongue Weight (WDTW) | 550 LB |
| Finish | GLOSS BLACK POWDER COAT |
| Main Body Shape | Flat |
| Material | Carbon Steel |
| Mount Type Description | Blank |
| Receiver Tube Size | 2 IN |
| Side Application Type Description | Blank |
| Tongue Weight (TW) | 350 LB |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty (One-Year Finish, One-Year Parts) |
| Drop | 3-1/4 IN |
| Finish | GLOSS BLACK POWDER COAT |
| Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) | 3,500 LB |
| Material | Blank |
| Mount Type Description | Blank |

CURT offers a variety of high-quality trailer hitches and accessories for select vehicle models. Find the perfect fit for your towing needs at TowUniverse.
CURT, a Lippert brand, offers a complete line of towing products and is the leading manufacturer of custom-fit trailer hitches. We offer the broadest selection of custom-fit hitches, and each one is designed, welded, and coated in Wisconsin.
CURT is also a leader in flat towing products, as well as 5th wheel, gooseneck, and weight distribution hitches, ball mounts, electrical components, cargo solutions, and other towing accessories.
For everything from passenger cars and vans to full-size pickups and SUVs, CURT is 'The First Name in Towing Products®.'
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| Year | Make & Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 - 2010 | Jeep Grand Cherokee | Excluding SRT8 |
The 05 - 10 JEEP Grand Cherokee Excluding SRT8 2in. CURT Trailer Hitch + Ball Mount + Cover + Lock Kit HWA1557 (Part #HWA1557) fits 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee models. The 2010 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
Yes, the 05 - 10 JEEP Grand Cherokee Excluding SRT8 2in. CURT Trailer Hitch + Ball Mount + Cover + Lock Kit HWA1557 (Part #HWA1557) is designed to fit the 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
The 05 - 10 JEEP Grand Cherokee Excluding SRT8 2in. CURT Trailer Hitch + Ball Mount + Cover + Lock Kit HWA1557 (Part #HWA1557) fits the following vehicles: 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
The 05 - 10 JEEP Grand Cherokee Excluding SRT8 2in. CURT Trailer Hitch + Ball Mount + Cover + Lock Kit HWA1557 (Part #HWA1557) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
Yes, Curt part number 13251 is designed for Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles, including the Rocky Mountain Edition. The installation procedure varies slightly between the standard model and Rocky Mountain Edition due to differences in bumper attachment, so ensure you follow the correct installation steps for your specific model.
Yes, the Curt 13251 is designed for Jeep Grand Cherokee, including the Rocky Mountain Edition. Installation steps differ slightly between models.
No, drilling is not required. The hitch uses existing holes in the bumper support.
For the standard Grand Cherokee: ratchet, 3/4" socket, and screwdriver. For the Rocky Mountain Edition: ratchet, extension, 3/4" socket, 10mm socket, #20 torx driver, and screwdriver.
All 1/2" hex bolts must be torqued to 75 lb-ft.
The kit includes: (4) HHCS 1/2-13 UNC Grade 5 hex bolts (part 10-10602), (4) 1/2" conical washers (part 30-00149), and (6) 5/16" push-type retainers (part PTR516, Rocky Mountain Edition only). The hitch uses existing holes in the bumper support, so no additional fasteners are needed for attachment.
Yes. The first step for both standard and Rocky Mountain Edition Grand Cherokee is to lower the spare tire to allow access to the rear bumper support. After installation is complete, raise the spare tire back into position.
Yes, if a tow hook is present, it must be removed before installation. After removing it, return the tow hook to the vehicle owner.
1. Lower spare tire for access. 2. Remove tow hook (if present) and return to owner. 3. Remove (4) large and (2) small plastic push fasteners from bumper fascia tabs and reuse later. 4. Pull bumper cover away and raise hitch into position. Secure with hex bolts and conical washers through existing holes in bumper support. 5. Torque all 1/2" fasteners to 75 lb-ft. 6. Reinstall plastic push fasteners. 7. Raise spare tire back into position.
1. Lower spare tire. 2. Remove (4) large and (2) small plastic push fasteners from bumper fascia tabs. 3. Open rear hatch and remove (4) plastic push fasteners at top of bumper cover. 4. Remove (2) torx bolts by tail lights using #20 torx driver. 5. Remove tail lights by removing plastic push fasteners (2 per light). 6. Remove (1) plastic push fastener and (3) plastic pop rivets attaching inner fender to bumper cover (4 per side); replace pop rivets with provided plastic push fasteners. 7. Remove 10mm nut behind inner fender (1 per side). 8. Use pry bar to pop clip attaching bumper cover to bottom corner of tail light housing. 9. Remove support bar attached to center of rear bumper support and frame rail next to tow hook; return to owner. 10. Raise hitch into position and secure with 1/2" hex bolts and conical washers through existing holes. 11. Torque all 1/2" fasteners to 75 lb-ft. 12. Reinstall bumper cover and tail lights in reverse order. 13. Raise spare tire.
For the standard Grand Cherokee: you pull the bumper cover away from the vehicle but do not fully remove it. For the Rocky Mountain Edition: yes, the bumper cover must be fully removed to access the rear bumper support and remove the support bar. The bumper cover is reinstalled after the hitch is secured.
Tail light removal is required only for the Jeep Grand Cherokee Rocky Mountain Edition. For the standard Grand Cherokee, tail light removal is not necessary.
Yes. The support bar attached to the center of the rear bumper support and frame rail next to the tow hook must be removed. After removal, return the bar and hardware to the vehicle owner.
The (3) plastic pop rivets attaching the inner fender to the rear bumper cover (4 per side) must be replaced with plastic push fasteners provided in the bolt kit (part PTR516).
The hitch is secured with (4) HHCS 1/2-13 UNC Grade 5 hex bolts (part 10-10602), each paired with a 1/2" conical washer (part 30-00149). All bolts are torqued to 75 lb-ft.
Yes. For the standard Grand Cherokee, the (4) large and (2) small plastic push fasteners removed from bumper fascia tabs in step 3 are reused in step 6. For the Rocky Mountain Edition, plastic push fasteners removed in steps 2, 3, and 5 are reinstalled in step 12 when the bumper cover is reinstalled. The (3) plastic pop rivets removed in step 6 are replaced with new plastic push fasteners provided in the kit.
Curt Manufacturing warrants the product to be free of defects in material and workmanship at the time of retail purchase by the original purchaser. If defective, Curt may repair or replace the product at their option when returned prepaid with proof of purchase. Warranty is voided by alteration, misuse, or improper installation. Curt's liability is limited to repair or replacement of defective products and excludes incidental or consequential loss or damage.
Periodically check the receiver hitch to ensure that all fasteners are tight and that all structural components are sound.
Do not exceed your vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity. The manual emphasizes this as a critical safety requirement. Contact your vehicle manufacturer or Curt Manufacturing at 1-877-287-8634 for specific capacity limits for your Grand Cherokee model.
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