Expert Answers about Mazda

• Ground Wire on Curt T-Connector for 2018 Mazda CX-9
• The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C56338 does not have a separate ground wire outside of the connector. You do not need to find an additional ground you will simply utilize the integrated ground in the quick connect just like the power for the converter. It is simply a plug and play harness. Connect quick connect to vehicle side harness, mount the converter, and run the 4-way to your desired location...don't forget the fuse on the power wire.
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• 2020 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring Trim Removal for Trailer Hitch Receiver Installation
• When installing the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13315 on your 2020 Mazda CX-5 GT, the additional part that needs to be removed is shown in step 1 of the instructions(linked below). You can also see the part removed in the video below as well and will only require a flat head screw driver to remove. While you are installing the trailer hitch it is a great time to also install the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118746. This will allow you to tow a trailer as well as add auxiliary...
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• Tools Needed to Install etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver on 2022 Mazda CX-5
• In order to install the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver part # e98902 on a 2022 Mazda CX-5 you'll need the following: - 3/4" Socket - 19mm Socket - Ratchet - Tape - Flathead Screwdriver - Pliers - Torque Wrench - Pry Bar
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• How to Install Servo RS Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains Easier on 2022 Mazda 3 with 215/45R18 Tires
• Thanks for reaching out! When you installed the pewag Servo RS Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains # PWRS74 on your 2022 Mazda 3 215/45R18 tires did you loosen up the self-tensioning device? If you check out the 7:00 minute mark of the linked video you'll see where we press a button to provide a LOT of slack to make that final connection. Once that connection is made then you'll press the button to activate the self-tensioning feature. Your tire size if one of the largest fits for this chain...
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• Tips for Installing Curt 1-1/4 Trailer Hitch C11329 on a 2007 Mazda 6 Sport Wagon
• You should be able to just pop out the two rubber plugs in the trunk pan of your 2007 Mazda 6 Sport Wagon, using a flat head screwdriver or trim removal tool. The Curt model # C11329 does not require you to lower your exhaust to complete the installation, as the entire hitch assembly runs along the center of the vehicle, between the exhaust. Once you have popped out the two plugs, move straight back from these holes, staying in the center of the vehicle. Once you reach the inner bumper...
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• Can You Tie Into the Rear Aux Port For Power When Installing Trailer Harness On a 2007 Mazda 5
• The T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness part # 118520 is indeed an excellent option for a 2007 Mazda 5 and rather simple to install or at least straight forward. As mentioned, you need to run the power wire up to the battery. This question gets asked a lot but I can't recommend using the rear auxiliary port as it may not be rated for the amp draw of the harness and sorta defeats the purpose of being a powered kit as you are now relying on the factory wiring so if an issue were to occur you risk...
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• Would Draw Tite Hitch for 2018 Mazda CX-5 Have to Come Off to Install Exhaust Isolators
• In the install instructions for the Draw Tite hitch part # 76138 which is a fit for your 2018 Mazda CX-5 the exhaust isolaters get reinstalled after the hitch is bolted into place. This means you would not have to remove the hitch to get to the isolators. It's actually the last step before reinstalling the rear fascia so you'd pretty easily be able to install them.
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• Troubleshooting Trailer Hitch Slightly Too Short to Fit 2016 Mazda 6
• It sounds like the brackets on the Curt Trailer Hitch # C11356 got bent ever so slightly during the shipping process, which is a common occurrence and fixable. What you can do is flex the bracket back into position so the bolt holes line up, and this can be accomplished a number of ways, as outlined in the help article that I linked for you. You can use something like a table vise if available or just use a piece of wood or anything that will allow you to put pressure on the bracket...
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• Is It a Problem if Yakima Hitch Bike Rack Tilts Slightly to One Side
• On your Yakima Hold-Up Bike Rack # Y02445 and others with an anti-rattle feature the anti-rattle device in the shank applies pressure to push the rack's shank against the inside of the hitch receiver tube. This pressure can cause some slight tilting of the rack, especially if the hitch tube is not perfectly level. This in itself is not a problem. Your hitch has no adjustment capability; it has one place to install and no user-adjustments are possible.
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• Connecting Red Wire to Install Electric Brake Controller in 2008 Mazda B2300
• To install an electric brake controller, like the Prodigy P3 # 90195, in your 2008 Mazda B2300 you need to connect the red wire to the cold side of the truck's stop light switch. This will be the wire near the top of the brake pedal arm that is only hot when the brake pedal is pressed. I recommend using a circuit tester, like part # PTW2993, to test the wires for function and not try to go by color since vehicle manufacturers are often inconsistent on their wire coloring. If I was going...
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• Can I Comfortably Fit A Mixture Of Adult and Kids Bikes On A Yakima FullTilt Hitch Bike Rack
• The Yakima FullTilt 5 Bike Rack - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting, part # Y02463, is designed to fit five bikes, but whether they can be fit comfortably on the rack depends on the bikes you will be carrying. This rack will be able to easily fit kids bikes with a wheel size of 24". This rack may not be able to fit 20" bikes safely and it will not safely transport anything kid's bike with 20" wheels or smaller. If you have a bike with a step thru frame you will need to use the Yakima Tube...
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• Why Does Trailer Wiring Harness Need to be Connected to Battery on a 2010 Mazda CX-9
• Trailer wiring harness # 118520 for the 2010 Mazda CX-9 is a powered converter. This means it requires a direct connection to the vehicle battery to power the trailer lights. The T-connectors provide the proper signals to the converter and trailer lights. The powered converter is required in order to protect the sensitive wiring on the vehicle. If there were a short it would blow the fuse or converter and not damage the vehicle electronics. The harness will not work unless it is connected...
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• Is Modification of the Body Bumper or Fascia Required to Install the # C11073 Hitch on 2011 Mazda 2
• The installation instructions for the Curt Trailer Hitch, # C11073, indicate that no modification of the vehicle rear bumper or rear fascia is required for installation of the hitch. Vapor canister will need to be removed and reattached for hitch installation. There is a possibility that the carbon canister hose may contact the hitch bracket. If this occurs you will need to use pliers to bend the bracket and rotate the hose out of the way. Also, the exhaust must be temporarily lowered...
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• Thule DoubleTrack Pro XT Vs Thule DoubleTrack XT
• The Thule DoubleTrack Pro XT Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount, part # TH92BJ, has a tilt down mast that works even when loaded with bikes. The Thule DoubleTrack does not have a tilt down mast. The clamps on the pro are more versatile with the added ability to rotate which means it can fit more bikes. I have included a video review link below.
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• Is It Hard To Lower Exhaust When Installing Draw-Tite Hitch 76138 On 2016 Mazda CX-5
• The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 76138 is an excellent option 2016 Mazda CX-5. In regards to installation, you will need to lower part of the exhaust but this is required for all trailer hitches for this vehicle. I know this may sound concerning but it's actually super easy and you won't need any special tools. I recommend spraying down the rubber isolaters which are the rubber oval shaped parts which attach to the metal hangers with some lubricant first. Once done,...
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• Easier to Install Trailer Wiring Harness for 2015 Mazda CX-5
• You're correct, the Curt wiring harness for your 2015 Mazda CX-5, part # C56011, does not have a power wire that connects to the vehicle battery like the Tekonsha, part # 118563. In most cases I'd recommend the Tekonsha even though the install is more involved. Most Tekonsha wiring harnesses have a converter box that mounts to the vehicle with a screw that keeps it much more secure than the double sided tape that Curt commonly uses. In this case, both harnesses use tape so I'd go ahead...
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• Can Orientation of Bikes Be Reversed on Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Rack
• The frame of the Kuat Transfer V2 Bike Rack # KU24FR has specific holes in it for the arm pucks so that starting bike position will need to face the passenger side of your vehicle. I've attached a clip from the instructions showing what I'm talking about.
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• Torque Specs When Re-Assembling Dexter EOH Actuator After Replacing Gaskets
• I reached out to my contact at Dexter and he said when re-assembling the electric-over-hydraulic actuator after replacing the Gaskets # K71-688 you will want to torque the hardware down to 45 to 60 inch-pounds. He does recommend checking the torque again after about 15 minutes because the new gaskets will settle into place.
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• Is the Lock Part of Thule Snug Tite Lock Required or Optional
• The Thule lock housing # 753-3725-02 with a lock core installed serves 2 functions. Its primary function is to deter theft of the bike rack. Its other function is a fail safe should the threaded hitch bolt back out for some reason. You can use just the threaded bolt to secure the rack to the hitch and a regular clip. The lock is not required.
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• Where Does Wiring Harness 118420 Plug Into on a 2012 Mazda 3
• The yellow, brown, and red refers to the wires on harness # 118420 for your 2012 Mazda 3 sedan. The wire colors used on the vehicle will not likely be these colors because there isn't a standard color code for automotive wiring. You will just need to locate the matching connectors on the driver's side that will accept the connectors with the red, brown, and yellow wires. The green wire and its connectors plug in line with the passenger's side tail light wiring. I have linked a video that...
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