Trailer Hitch and Wiring for a 2007 Saturn Vue

Question:

Hi, i was looking for a hitch for my vue and happened upon this type. It looks much easier to install, not to mention being half the price. Couldnt I mount this on my bumper bar, just like an rv bumper? I know I would need to alter the bumper cover, but aside from that, would this work as i described?

asked by: David

Expert Reply:

Actually, if you were to try to install Curt hitch # C19101 it would require a lot more work than the custom fit hitches for your 2007 Saturn Vue. You would have to access the metal bumper beam which would require removal of the rear fascia. Then once you get that removed it is possible, even likely, that the hitch will not fit.

Installation of a custom hitch such as # 13591 is much easier as you can see in the video I have linked showing an example installation. I have also included a link to the installation instructions. You pretty much get the hitch in position and bolt it on.

If you plan on doing some towing I recommend etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If the ball mount kit does not have the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, use the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

And for trailer wiring you can use # 118418 to add a 4-Way flat connector to the rear of the vehicle. I have included a link to a video showing an example install of the wiring.