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These durable custom hitches are manufactured for 2014-2018 Subaru Forester and attach to your vehicle?s frame or bumper for a sleek, clean appearance. Each hitch also has a 2 inch square receiver tube opening ? the most common and versatile on the market - allowing you to attach accessories like a bike rack or cargo carrier, or hook up your pop-up, boat trailer, or utility trailer. The options are endless! DRAW-TITE Class 3 Custom Trailer Hitches come complete with all the mounting hardware needed for installation and are backed by a nationwide lifetime limited warranty. So, whether you are headed out to the campground, the lake, or the bike trails, or you are tackling a project at home and need to haul the materials home, choose DRAW-TITE and travel with confidence knowing your setup is connected with the security only DRAW-TITE can provide. DRAW-TITE: North America?s Favorite Hitch
Draw-Tite has designed custom-fit trailer hitches since 1946 and is one of North America's most widely fitted hitch brands. Receiver hitches use solid all-welded construction and low-profile designs that follow modern vehicle contours, install with minimal bumper cutting or drilling, meet or exceed V5 CSA and SAE J684 standards, and carry a limited lifetime warranty.
Draw-Tite has been leading custom-fit trailer hitch design and engineering since its founding in 1946, and it remains one of the most widely fitted hitch brands in North America. The company's stated approach is straightforward: every hitch is tested rigorously so that it performs well beyond published industry standards, a philosophy it markets as Tested Tough. It sits within the Horizon Global towing group alongside Reese, Fulton, Bulldog, Tekonsha, Bargman and Wesbar.
Custom fit is the defining characteristic. Rather than adapting a universal design, Draw-Tite engineers a trailer hitch for a specific make, model and model year, so it bolts to existing frame locations with minimal bumper cutting or drilling. Low-profile designs follow the rear contours and aerodynamic styling of modern vehicles, which matters more than it once did now that rear fascias are shaped and sensor-equipped. Construction is solid all-welded steel for maximum strength, and every hitch meets or exceeds V5 CSA and SAE J684 standards and is backed by a nationwide limited lifetime warranty.
The range spans receiver sizes and classes to suit different loads, from 1-1/4 inch receivers for bike racks, cargo carriers and light trailers up through 2 inch receivers for heavier towing. Front mount hitches add a receiver at the front of the vehicle for winch mounts, snow plows, spare carriers and precise trailer positioning.
The Hidden Hitch series takes concealment further by mounting behind the vehicle's rear fascia, so the vehicle keeps its factory appearance until a removable receiver is fitted. Each is custom designed per make and model for a no-drill installation that does not compromise ground clearance, rated for up to 3,500 pounds gross trailer weight and 350 pounds tongue weight. Matching plug-and-play wiring completes the towing system.
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| Year | Make & Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 - 2018 | Subaru Forester | — |
The 2014-2018 Subaru Forester Draw-tite Class 3 Trailer Hitch, 2 Inch Square Receiver Bundle w/ Plug-n-Play T-One Wiring Harness 76182 (Part #DTB76182-118467) fits the following vehicles: 2014-2018 Subaru Forester. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
Yes, the 2014-2018 Subaru Forester Draw-tite Class 3 Trailer Hitch, 2 Inch Square Receiver Bundle w/ Plug-n-Play T-One Wiring Harness 76182 (Part #DTB76182-118467) is designed to fit the 2014-2018 Subaru Forester.
The 2014-2018 Subaru Forester Draw-tite Class 3 Trailer Hitch, 2 Inch Square Receiver Bundle w/ Plug-n-Play T-One Wiring Harness 76182 (Part #DTB76182-118467) fits 2014-2018 Subaru Forester models. The 2018 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
The 2014-2018 Subaru Forester Draw-tite Class 3 Trailer Hitch, 2 Inch Square Receiver Bundle w/ Plug-n-Play T-One Wiring Harness 76182 (Part #DTB76182-118467) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
Part number 76182 is designed for 2014-Current Subaru Forester models. For the most up-to-date information regarding specific application years and trim levels, visit the manufacturer's website at www.cequentgroup.com.
The 76182 is a weight-carrying hitch with a maximum gross trailer weight of 3500 lb (1589 kg) and a maximum tongue weight of 525 lb (238 kg). Do not exceed the lower of your towing vehicle manufacturer's rating or these limits.
Required tools include: ratchet, torque wrench, safety glasses, sockets (8 mm, 10 mm, 11/16"), 6" socket extension, flat head screwdriver, Phillips screwdriver, exhaust removal pliers, and tin snips. A torque wrench is essential for proper fastener tightening.
Yes. You must lower the muffler by removing the four rearmost rubber hangers (two per exhaust and one in the middle) using exhaust removal pliers. The muffler is raised back into position after the hitch installation is complete.
Yes. Both must be removed before installation. The mud flaps are removed using a flat head screwdriver to remove rivets and a Phillips screwdriver or 8 mm socket to remove screws. The rear fascia is removed using a flat head screwdriver to remove rivets and by opening the hatch to remove two screws near the brake light. Both are reinstalled at the end of the installation.
Yes. The heat shield must be trimmed using tin snips to clear the hitch bolts, as shown in Figure 3 of the manual. For vehicles with dual exhaust, both heat shields require removal and trimming. After trimming, only two of the four original screws are reinstalled; the two screws underneath the hitch bracket are omitted so the hitch sandwiches the shield into place.
The hitch uses a pull wire method. The coiled end of the pull wire (part no. 5481) is fed through the second attachment hole and out of the forward-most access hole in the bottom of the frame. A 7/16" carriage bolt and 1/10" thick spacer block (part no. 01204) are attached to the pull wire and pulled into position on both sides. This process is repeated for all six attachment points. Spacer blocks must sit flat inside the frame without overlapping.
All 7/16-14 Grade 5 fasteners must be tightened to 50 lb-ft (68 N·m) using a torque wrench. Proper torque is essential to keep the hitch securely mounted to the vehicle when towing.
The hitch uses six attachment points. Each point requires a 7/16" carriage bolt (7/16-14 x 1.75), a conical tooth washer (7/16"), a hex nut (7/16-14), and a spacer block (7/8" x 2"). These are included in the Fastener Kit 76182F.
The conical washers (item 2) must be installed with the teeth side facing against the hitch. They are loosely installed onto the carriage bolts before final torque tightening.
The conical washers and hex nuts are loosely installed onto the carriage bolts in step 9 when the hitch is raised into position. All fasteners are then fully tightened to 50 lb-ft (68 N·m) in step 10 using a torque wrench.
Four rubber plugs are removed from holes in the bottom of the frame using a flat screwdriver. These plugs are returned to the customer after removal.
Always wear your seatbelt. Load the trailer heavier in front. Do not exceed the lower of your towing vehicle manufacturer's rating or 3500 lb GVWR / 525 lb tongue weight. Slow down when towing and never exceed posted speed limits. If excess sway occurs, release the gas pedal and hold the steering wheel steady; do not apply brakes or accelerate.
Check the hitch frequently to ensure all fasteners and the ball are properly tightened. Periodic checks are required to maintain secure mounting during towing.
If the hitch is removed, plug all holes in the trunk pan or other body panels to prevent entry of water and exhaust fumes.
No. Do not cut access or attachment holes with a torch. The manual specifies that holes must not be cut using a torch.
No. The 76182 is a weight-carrying hitch, not a weight-distributing hitch. Weight-distributing specifications are listed as N/A in the product specifications.
The average installation time for professional installers is 60 minutes. If you do not feel comfortable performing this installation on your own or need assistance, contact a professional installer.
Always wear safety glasses when installing the hitch. Observe safety precautions when working beneath a vehicle and wear eye protection.
A spray of lubricant on the rubber hangers makes them slide off the metal pins more easily. This is recommended but not required.
Yes. Be careful that the exhaust is supported before removing the rubber hangers to prevent damage or injury.
The pull wire should be kinked (bent) to keep the spacer block independent of the carriage bolt during the fastener installation process. This ensures proper positioning of components as they are pulled into place.
Only two of the four original heat shield screws should be reinstalled. Do not reinstall the two screws that go underneath the hitch bracket, as the hitch will sandwich the shield into place.
Yes. Vehicles with dual exhaust require the removal of both heat shields. Both must be trimmed and only two screws per shield are reinstalled.
Yes, the 76182 fits 2014-Current Subaru Forester models. Check the manufacturer's website for specific trim levels and application years.
Maximum 3500 lb gross trailer weight and 525 lb tongue weight. Do not exceed your vehicle manufacturer's rating.
Ratchet, torque wrench, safety glasses, sockets (8 mm, 10 mm, 11/16"), 6" socket extension, flat head screwdriver, Phillips screwdriver, exhaust removal pliers, and tin snips.
Yes. Both the muffler and rear fascia must be removed and lowered. Mud flaps are also removed. All are reinstalled after hitch installation.
Yes, the heat shield is trimmed with tin snips to clear the hitch bolts. For dual exhaust vehicles, both shields are trimmed.
All 7/16-14 Grade 5 fasteners must be torqued to 50 lb-ft (68 N·m) using a torque wrench.
Do not exceed posted speed limits. Load the trailer heavier in front. Maximum 3500 lb GVWR / 525 lb tongue weight.
Check the hitch frequently to ensure all fasteners and the ball are properly tightened.
Spray lubricant on the rubber hangers to make them slide off the metal pins more easily.
Ensure the spacer blocks are sitting flat inside the frame and do not overlap. Kink the pull wire to keep the spacer independent of the bolt, which helps maintain proper positioning.
Raise the hitch into position carefully, being cautious not to push the fasteners back into the frame.
Check the hitch frequently to ensure all fasteners and the ball are properly tightened. If fasteners have loosened, retighten them to 50 lb-ft (68 N·m) using a torque wrench.
A hitch or ball which has been damaged should be removed and replaced. Do not continue using a damaged hitch.
The T-Connector (part 118467-037) is designed for 2009-2013 Forester, 2010-2019 Outback, 2014-Current Forester, XV Crosstrek, and 2020-Current Outback models. Locate your vehicle model and year in the installation instructions to confirm fitment and identify the location of your vehicle's tow plug housing.
The T-Connector is a harness that connects to your vehicle's factory tow plug to provide trailer lighting connections. It includes a black box mounted on the driver's side and a 4-Flat connector that can be stored in the spare tire compartment when not in use.
You will need a Trim Panel Remover and a Test-probe. The Trim Panel Remover is used to access the tow plug housing behind trim panels on certain models, and the Test-probe is used to verify the installation after completion.
Open the vehicle's rear tailgate and remove cargo nets and cargo floor hatch to access the spare tire area. Remove the driver's side and center foam cargo trays to locate the tow plug housing under the driver's side foam tray.
Open the vehicle's rear tailgate and remove cargo nets and cargo floor hatch. Locate the vehicle's tow plug housing behind the driver's side trim panel. It will be taped to the wire harness with blue tape. Use a Trim Panel Remover to access it.
Open the vehicle's rear tailgate and remove cargo nets and cargo floor hatch. Locate the vehicle's tow plug housing behind the driver's side trim panel. It will be taped to the wire harness with tape. Use a Trim Panel Remover to access it.
Open the vehicle's rear tailgate and remove cargo nets and cargo floor hatch. Temporarily remove the rear threshold plate. Locate the vehicle's tow plug on the passenger side under the rear threshold plate. It will be taped to the harness with tape.
Insert the T-Connector harness into the vehicle's Tow-Plug harness and lock into place. Ensure that the connectors are fully inserted with locking tabs in place. All connections must be complete for the T-Connector to function properly.
On the driver's side, mount the T-Connector black box using the double-sided tape provided. Secure the remainder of the T-Connector harness with the cable ties provided to prevent damage or rattling, being careful to avoid any areas that would cut or pinch the wire.
Store the 4-Flat connector in the spare tire compartment when not in use.
Do not exceed the lower of your vehicle manufacturer's rating or these limits: maximum stop/turn light is 1 per side (2.1 amps), and maximum tail lights are 5.6 amps. Overloading the circuit can cause fires. Read your vehicle's owner's manual and instruction sheet for additional information.
Test and verify the installation with a test light or trailer once installed. For the initial test, reset the vehicle electrical system by temporarily removing the key from the ignition and reinserting it. All connections must be complete for the T-Connector to function properly.
The T-Connector (118467-037) fits 2009-2013 Forester, 2010-2019 Outback, 2014-Current Forester, XV Crosstrek, and 2020-Current Outback.
You need a Trim Panel Remover and a Test-probe.
Do not exceed 2.1 amps per stop/turn light (1 per side) or 5.6 amps for tail lights, whichever is lower than your vehicle manufacturer's rating. Overloading can cause fires.
No drilling or permanent modifications are required. The T-Connector connects to your vehicle's factory tow plug and is mounted using provided double-sided tape and cable ties.
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