2013-2017 Nissan Altima Trailer Hitch Installation: What to Know Before Scheduling

Planning to have EcoHitch X7498S installed on your Altima at Torklift Central? Here is what to confirm and bring before you book.

Torklift Central installs EcoHitch X7498S on 2013-2017 Nissan Altima sedans at its facility in Kent, WA. Most Altima owners who book this installation want a clean, hidden receiver for a bike rack or cargo carrier, and that is exactly the use this appointment should be planned around.

A little preparation makes the visit faster and keeps surprises out of the bay. This guide covers what you are scheduling, why the plan centers on racks and cargo rather than towing, what to have ready, how customer-supplied hitches are handled, and when wiring does and does not belong in the job.

What You Are Scheduling

EcoHitch X7498S is the current EcoHitch listed for the 2013-2017 Nissan Altima. The product page describes it as:

• A 2-inch receiver with a Hidden design
• A fully concealed cross tube
• A patent-pending stainless steel receiver
• A bolt-on, no-drill product design
• A hitch rated for 3,500 pounds towing and 400 pounds tongue weight at the trailer ball

For an Altima owner, those features translate into a hitch that keeps the back of the car looking clean, protects ground clearance on a low sedan, and gives most hitch-mounted bike racks and cargo carriers the 2-inch receiver they expect.

What to Have Ready Before You Book

Gather these details before you request an appointment:

• Your Altima’s model year
• Your exact trim, if the team asks for it
• The X7498S part number, if you already own the hitch
• All hardware that came with the hitch, if you already own it
• The bike rack or cargo carrier you plan to use
• The rack or carrier part number
• The loaded accessory weight, including bikes or cargo
• Any previous rear-body repairs, aftermarket parts, or modifications

The accessory details matter even though the appointment is for the hitch. A rack that requires a different receiver configuration, or a heavy E-Bike setup that needs a closer look with the Maximum Hitch Weight (Tongue Weight) Estimator, is easier to sort out before the hitch is installed than after.

Bringing Your Own EcoHitch

If you bought X7498S online or elsewhere, Torklift Central can review your customer-supplied hitch for installation when it is:

• Correct for your Altima
• Complete
• Supplied with all required hardware
• In usable condition

If you have not bought the hitch yet, you can also ask Torklift Central to supply X7498S for the appointment.

Not near Kent? You do not need to travel for this. Torklift Central ships X7498S nationally, and you can have it installed by a local body shop or a Certified EcoHitch Installer near you. Confirm your installer accepts customer-supplied hitches before you order.

Do You Need Wiring for a Bike Rack?

Usually not. Trailer wiring is generally not required just because a receiver-mounted bike rack or cargo carrier is installed. If your Altima appointment is for X7498S and a rack, you should not expect a wiring add-on.

Scheduling and What Happens at the Appointment

You can request an appointment online or call 253-854-1832. Online requests are not confirmed until the Torklift Central service team responds, so give yourself a backup date if your timing is tight.

At the appointment, a technician confirms the vehicle and the hitch, installs X7498S following the current instructions, and walks you through the finished setup. If you bring your rack, the team can review how it sits in the receiver before you leave.

A few simple steps help on the day of the appointment. Empty the trunk so the rear of the car is easy to access, bring your rack if you want it checked in the receiver, and arrive with any questions about how you plan to load bikes or cargo. If something about the rear of the car has changed since you booked, such as new body work, tell the team at check-in.

The team will not quote a fixed installation time before reviewing the vehicle and the hitch. Previous body work or aftermarket parts near the rear bumper can change how long the job takes.

Confirm the Hitch and the Rack Before Scheduling the Altima

Use this table as your pre-appointment checklist.

How Torklift Central Can Help

Torklift Central can supply and install EcoHitch X7498S on your 2013-2017 Altima, or review and install a compatible X7498S you already own. Have your model year, hitch details, and rack or carrier information ready when you call 253-854-1832 or request an appointment, and a technician will walk you through the setup when the installation is complete.

Key Takeaways

• Torklift Central installs EcoHitch X7498S on 2013-2017 Nissan Altima models at its Kent, WA facility.
• Plan the installation for bike racks and cargo carriers.
• Customer-supplied hitches are reviewed for fitment, completeness, and condition before installation is confirmed.
• Trailer wiring is not normally needed for a rack-only setup.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I get a Nissan Altima hitch installed near Kent, WA?

Torklift Central installs EcoHitch X7498S at 315 Central Ave N, Kent, WA 98032. Call 253-854-1832 or request an appointment online.

Can Torklift Central install X7498S?

Yes. The team can supply and install X7498S or install a compatible customer-supplied X7498S after reviewing it.

Is the Altima EcoHitch no-drill?

The product page lists X7498S as a 100% bolt-on design with no drilling required.

Can I bring my own EcoHitch?

Yes. Bring the complete hitch, all hardware, and the part number. 

Do I need wiring for a bike rack?

Usually not. Trailer wiring is generally not required for a receiver-mounted bike rack or cargo carrier.

Can the 2013-2017 Altima tow a trailer?

Nissan’s owner documentation for this generation instructs owners not to tow a trailer. The hitch rating does not change that.

***IMPORTANT NOTICE:

While EcoHitch® trailer hitches are built with high-strength materials and tested for exceptional weight ratings, your vehicle’s factory towing capacities are the ultimate limit. Always refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual to determine its maximum towing and tongue weight ratings. No aftermarket hitch or accessory can increase your vehicle’s factory-rated towing capacities.

Using hauling accessories like extensions, cargo trays, bike racks, or other accessories that extend the load out from the trailer hitch, will significantly reduce the tongue weight capacity of your hitch system.

To estimate how your setup will affect tongue weight, we recommend using our Maximum Hitch Weight (Tongue Weight) Estimator before hauling your payload (cargo trays, bike racks, etc).

Disclaimer: It is the user’s responsibility to ensure safe towing practices and to confirm that all loads fall within the limits of the lowest-rated component in the towing system. Torklift is not liable for any damage or injury resulting from the misuse or overloading of towing/hauling equipment.