Expert Answers about Mazda CX-7
- Clearance From Center of Hitch Pin Hole To Rear Bumper of CURT Hitch # 12093 on 2011 Mazda CX-7
- I contacted CURT about the clearance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the edge of the rear bumper with the CURT hitch # 12093 on a 2011 Mazda CX-7. CURT was unable to provide this measurement.
However, we have installed another model hitch on a 2010 Mazda CX-7. The CURT hitch should mount approximately the same location as the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 36419. The measurement from the center of the hitch pin hole to the edge of the rear bumper is 9 inches on the # 36419 hitch....
view full answer... - Will the Thule OutWay 2 Bike Carrier # TH45JV Fit a 2011 Mazda CX-7
- The ThulOutWay 2 Bike Carrier, part # TH45JV, will fit the 2011 Mazda CX-7 as long as it does not have a spoiler. Also, the rear wiper can not be used when the bike carrier is attached to the car.
I am including a link to the installation instructions and a video link of a review on the Thule bike carrier.
If you are planning on using the bike carrier for children's or women's bikes, I would recommend a frame adapter like the Thule Bike Adapter Bar, part # TH982XT. This frame adapter...
view full answer... - Hitch and Expandable Bike Rack Recommendations for a 2008 Mazda CX-7
- Let's start with a hitch, there are Class III hitches available for your 2008 CX-7 that would be excellent for using to carry a bike rack. For that I would recommend the Draw-Tite # 75512. Install video attached.
With that hitch installed you could use the Thule T2 Pro XTR Bike Rack part # TH69TX. This has everything you need to use as a 2-bike or a 4-bike rack. Or you could use the Kuat NV part # NV22G with the extension part # NA22G.
view full answer... - Does Saris Bones Hitch Bike Rack Attach to Trailer Hitch or Ball Mount
- The Saris Bones Hitch 2 Bike Rack # SA882 installs directly to a trailer hitch and would not need a ball mount at all. Since there is sometimes confusion on which part is the "hitch" and which is the ball mount I attached a picture of this bike rack installed in a hitch plus a review video for you to check out.
If you need a hitch for your 2011 Mazda CX-7 you'd want the Draw Tite part # 75512 which is a confirmed fit.
view full answer... - Trailer Harness Wiring Harness Recommendations for a 2011 Mazda CX-7
- The determining factor for which trailer wiring harness you need is whether or not your vehicle has the towing package. If you do not know if your vehicle has a tow package or not you would need to contact the dealer with the VIN and they could tell you.
Another way to tell is to locate the connector that mates with the # C55593 harness and use a circuit tester to test each wire function. If all functions work, left and right stop and turn signals and tail light signals, then the vehicle...
view full answer... - Correct Wiring Harness for 2010 Mazda CX-7 Without Tow Package
- According to one of our friends at Curt although your CX-7 has the port on the passenger side, using part # C55593 would not provide all the lighting necessary for your trailer. Not all of the wiring connections were made.
For your CX-7, part # 118405 would be the correct wiring harness to use. The T-1 would connect inline with the existing wiring behind each tail light assembly. A wire also needs to be ran under the vehicle to the engine compartment ultimately connecting to the positive...
view full answer... - Fit of Thule Passage TH910XT Trunk Mount Bike Rack on 2012 Mazda 3 Sedan
- The Thule Passage trunk mounted 2 bike rack you referenced, part # TH910XT is indeed a fit for your 2012 Mazda 3 Sport Sedan. I have confirmed this with Thule.
If you're planning on carrying women's bikes with a step-through frame or a bike with a sharply angled top tube like some hybrids, you might want to consider using a frame adapter like part # 64005. The adapter attaches between the seat post and the handlebar gooseneck and provides a level attachment for the bike rack. This way,...
view full answer... - Will the SportRack Vista XL Cargo Box Fit a 2011 Mazda CX-7 with Factory Roof Rack
- The crossbars on your 2011 Mazda CX7 are within the mounting range, 25-7/8", 27-7/8", or 29-7/8" apart on center, for the SportRack Vista XL Cargo Box, # SR7018. But, there is another measurement that you will need to take to determine if this cargo box is a fit. Measure the width of the crossbars. If they are less than 4 inches wide the box will fit.
view full answer... - Comparing Trailer Wiring Harnesses for a 2008 Mazda CX-7
- Yes, the Curt trailer wiring harness # C55593 is a confirmed fit a 2008 Mazda CX-7 that came with a factory installed towing package. If you are not sure if your CX-7 has a factory tow package, then have a dealer run the vehicle VIN and they should be able to tell you how it is equipped.
The Curt harness is actually rated for a little more power draw at 6 amps for running lights and 3 amps for brake/turn signals per side. The Tow Ready harness is rated for 5 amps and 2.1 amps, respectively.
If...
view full answer... - Trailer Wiring Recommendation for a 2008 Mazda CX-7
- The Curt Wiring Harness part # C55593 that you referenced is a confirmed fit for your 2008 Mazda CX-7.
This Curt harness has a modern style circuit board that has proven to be very reliable.
If you need a hitch I would recommend the Draw-Tite # 75512.
view full answer... - Will Exhaust Heat Cause Issues With Hitch Bike Rack Installed On 2011 Mazda CX-7
- When the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE2 2-Bike Platform Rack, part # HR1450Z, is installed the bike wheel hoops are actually elevated. The bike rack has a 7-inch rise in the shank.
I have attached a link to the installation video for this bike rack on a 2011 CX-7 you can check out. You can see the hitch receiver is level with the exhaust on the vehicle. With a 7-inch rise in the shank you will have no problem with the exhaust heat.
view full answer... - Fit of Curt C55593 for a 2009 Mazda CX-7
- If you already have the plug-in that is behind the passenger side trim panel then then the Curt # C55593 is the harness for your 2009 Mazda CX-7.
When it comes to choosing the correct Bearing Buddy you need to first measure the diameter of your hub bore. To ensure the best fit you need to use a digital caliper that reads to the 3rd decimal place (1.232 for example). One of the most common sizes is 1.980 for a hub bore. If you happen to have this size then you would want to go with part...
view full answer... - Ball Mount Recommendation for 2 inch Hitch on 2007 Mazda CX-7
- Prior to purchasing a ball mount for your vehicle, check the coupler on your boat trailer. The ball size should be stamped into the metal somewhere on the coupler. You will also need a ball mount with the proper rise/drop. I have attached a link to our FAQ page on ball mounts, which will show you how to measure for the correct ball mount.
If your measurements prove it appropriate, a good option for your CX-7 with a 2 inch hitch receiver would be the Curt Trailer Hitch Starter Kit # C45534....
view full answer... - No Power on Curt Trailer Wiring Harness on a 2007 to 2012 Mazda CX-7
- Trailer wiring harnesses # C55593 for the Mazda CX-7 will only fit if the vehicle came with the factory tow package. It sounds like your model did not. What you will need to add trailer wiring is a different type of harness, # 118405.
It is possible that even if you ran a power wire to the battery manually and bypassed that connector it might still not work. going with harness # 118405 would be the sure thing.
view full answer... - Using # D-192 Dual Hitch Receiver to Carry Bike Rack and Tow Trailer with 2011 Mazda CX7
- The Curt # D-192 might be an option for you, but I am afraid once you place a ballmount in the rise orientation in the bottom receiver opening, there will not be enough room to install your bike rack.
Your best option would probably be a trunk mounted rack like the Thule OutWay, which is available in a 2 bike (# T45JV) or 3 bike (# TH56BV) capacity. If you went with a trunk mounted rack, I recommend using an extra-long ball mount like part # 4285 to provide extra clearance between the...
view full answer... - Trailer Drivers Side Tail Light Not Working, All Other Lights Work
- This sounds like a ground issue. Ground problems normally show up when there is more draw on a system such as when you have the running lights on and then use another function like a turn signal or brake light.
Make sure that the vehicle side and trailer side connectors are clean and free of corrosion inside and out. The main connector grounds should be attached to clean and corrosion free bare metal surfaces.
The light grounds should also be attached to clean and corrosion free bare...
view full answer... - Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for 2009 Mazda CX-7 and 2013 Toyota Sienna
- Between your two vehicles there actually are no trunk rack fits for both. The OutWay part # TH56BV does fit your 2009 Mazda CX-7 and would work well.
The Sienna would need a Hollywood Racks Over the Top part # HRF2-3 which is a fit for vehicles like this with spoilers.
view full answer... - Does Curt Trailer Wiring # C55593 Fit 2008 Mazda CX-7
- Yes, the Trailer Wiring Kit part # C55593 will fit and work in your 2008 Mazda CX-7 that has the correct connector for it.
view full answer... - Will Curt Roof Mount Cargo Basket Fit a 2007 Mazda CX-7
- In order to determine if the Curt Roof Mounted Cargo Basket, # C18115, will fit your 2007 Mazda CX-7, you will need to measure the thickness of the crossbars. If they are less than 3 inches thick, the basket will fit, provided the crossbar spread, center to center, is at least 15 inches. I have included a link to the installation details for you to view.
I did find that the Yakima LoadWarrior # Y07070, is a direct fit to the optional crossbars on a 2007 Mazda CX-7. I linked a video review...
view full answer... - Will the Thule OutWay 2 Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Fit a 2007 to 2011 Mazda CX-7
- According to Thule, the OutWay 2 Trunk Mount Bike Rack, # TH45JV, will fit all years of the Mazda CX-7 (2007 to 2011).
If you will be carrying women's and/or children's bikes, I recommend the Thule Adapter Bar, # TH982XT, so you can carry the bikes more level. I have included a link to a video review of the adapter as well.
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