trailer hitch
#1
Racer
Thread Starter
trailer hitch
Hi, does anyone know if you have to temporarily lower the tailpipe in order to bolt in a trailer hitch? Also, my understanding is that practically all hitches for the RDX bolt on using existing bolt holes in the "frame". If that could also be confirmed, it would be great. TY
#2
Inveterate Tinkerer
Ski,
There appear to be multiple hitch threads on the forum. Try a search for "Trailer Hitch" and you'll find the info you're looking for. This one https://acurazine.com/forums/second-...2013-a-856278/ runs multiple pages with OEM, UHaul and other aftermarket hitches mentioned.
Cheers!
There appear to be multiple hitch threads on the forum. Try a search for "Trailer Hitch" and you'll find the info you're looking for. This one https://acurazine.com/forums/second-...2013-a-856278/ runs multiple pages with OEM, UHaul and other aftermarket hitches mentioned.
Cheers!
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Skidoor (07-31-2017)
#3
7th Gear
Trailer hitch
I just installed a new Curtis hitch on my 2017 RDX. It was a very simple bolt on using existing bolt holes. I did not need to remove or move any original items under the vehicle. It is helpful to have a friend hold one side up while you get the bolts started. Good luck.
#5
Intermediate
I just installed a new Curtis hitch on my 2017 RDX. It was a very simple bolt on using existing bolt holes. I did not need to remove or move any original items under the vehicle. It is helpful to have a friend hold one side up while you get the bolts started. Good luck.
#6
Burning Brakes
#8
Just installed a Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch 75784 (class III) from etrailers.com on my 2013 rdx. painless; took me less than an hour. Also the Curt 56008 light harness plugged into the factory wiring (had to install a 20a fuse in the 'trailer light' slot in the fusebox). both were an excellent deal and highly recommended.
#10
I used the wiring harness from Etrailer. It plugs into a connector under the trim panel on the driver's side. Here's the one I used. It comes with pretty detailed instructions. They have some pics of the installation on the web page.
RDX Wiring Harness
I just routed it under the trim panel into the spare tire well. When not in use it's stored in the spare tire well, out of the elements. When I need it, I run it out the hatch and connect it. It works fine, closing the hatch on the wire does not seem to harm it.
You'll probably need to install a fuse in the fuse block under the hood, there's an empty socket for it. IIRC, the kit includes the fuse. Not a difficult install at all.
RDX Wiring Harness
I just routed it under the trim panel into the spare tire well. When not in use it's stored in the spare tire well, out of the elements. When I need it, I run it out the hatch and connect it. It works fine, closing the hatch on the wire does not seem to harm it.
You'll probably need to install a fuse in the fuse block under the hood, there's an empty socket for it. IIRC, the kit includes the fuse. Not a difficult install at all.