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Proper Procedure for Removing/Installing Rear Bumper Fascia Trailer Hitch Access Hole Cover

Subject:Proper Procedure for Removing/Installing Rear Bumper Fascia Trailer Hitch Access Hole Cover

Models:2007 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV
2007 GMC Denali, Denali XL



This bulletin is being issued to inform customers/dealers of the proper removal/installation procedures of the trailer hitch cover.

In order to avoid breaking the tabs and to achieve proper retention of the trailer hitch cover to the rear fascia, follow the procedure below.

Do This

Don't Do This

Install/Remove trailer hitch cover using the following instructions.

Do Not replace the hitch cover.

Removing Trailer Hitch Cover


    Object Number: 1970588  Size: SF
  1. Turn the fasteners on the lower tabs 90 degrees counterclockwise.
  2. Grip the lower edge of the cover and rotate up and out approximately 45 degrees.

  3. Object Number: 1970589  Size: SF
  4. Disengage the upper attachments on the cover by pulling down.

Installing Trailer Hitch Cover


    Object Number: 1970590  Size: SF
  1. Hold the cover at a 45 degree angle to the vehicle and engage the upper tabs on the hitch cover into the chrome slots in the fascia.

  2. Object Number: 1970591  Size: SF
  3. Rotate the bottom of the cover forward until the lower tabs align with the lower fascia slots.

  4. Object Number: 1970592  Size: SF
  5. Snap the hitch cover into place by pushing the upper corners forward.
  6. In order to lock the cover into place, turn the fasteners 90 degrees clockwise.