Curt Q20 Jaws Operation

There are colored markings and mortised section on the round release rod that are clear indicators whether or not the jaws are locked and ready. I always do a visual from the rear of the truck just as a redundant system. The Curt, although made over seas, is assembled in the USA and a quality and HEAVY hitch for it's size. We've had ours for 4 seasons and well over 10,000 miles traveled with ZERO wear shown. The grease-able zerks help too.