Best Hitch and Complete Towing Package for 2015 Cadillac SRX AWD
Question:
I have a 2015 escape trailer it weighs 2800 lbs 1 just bought this srx it does not have a trl tow pkg. what should i do to safely pull this trl? thx
asked by: Bill H
Expert Reply:
Congrats on your vehicle purchase!
A complete towing package includes a trailer hitch receiver, wiring, a ball mount, pin and clip and a ball.
For your 2015 Cadillac SRX AWD I recommend going with the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75682. This provides you with a 2-inch receiver which not only accepts a larger variety of accessories over the 1-1/4 option, but it also has a higher towing capacity at 4,000 lbs and 400 tongue weight which is plenty enough for the 2,800 lb trailer you will be towing. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual to confirm the towing capacity. Your towing capacity is limited to that of your lowest rated component, including your vehicle.
To power your trailer lights, since you don't have the factory tow package # 118259 will not work, so hardwiring is the only option. Your best option for that is the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter # C59236. This provides a 4-pole flat connector which you can then secure to your hitch using # 18144. It connects directly to your battery to avoid overloading your vehicle's electrical system and out of the two hardwiring options, this unit has the highest amp rating.
To be ready to tow most trailers out there, the etrailer.com Ball Mount Kit # 989891 is an excellent choice for you. This kit includes a ball mount with a 2-inch drop, two ball options (1-7/8 and 2 inch), a pin and clip and a handy storage bag. To reduce movement and rattle at the receiver and add extra security, you can upgrade your pin and clip with the Anti-Rattle Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock # 63232.
I have attached a picture of the Draw-Tite hitch installed on a 2015 Cadillac SRX. As you can see, the center bumper panel will need to come off. Other than the receiver tube portion, the hitch is nicely concealed behind the fascia.
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T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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Anti-Rattle Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitches - 3-1/2" Span
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Universal Anti-Rattle Lock
- Keyed Unique
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 400 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 5000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 500 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
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etrailer Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 3/4" Rise or 2" Drop - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- Two Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Rise - 1 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
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- etrailer
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Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
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- Universal Fit
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- CURT
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T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
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