Does the Rear Bumper Have to Be Removed to Install the etrailer Hitch on a 2024 Subaru Outback?
Question:
Do I need to remove the rear bumper to install a hitch on my 2024 Subaru Outback Wagon?
asked by: Marshall
Expert Reply:
Yes, you do. The etrailer Hitch item # e25TR does require you to remove the rear bumper cover on your 2024 Subaru Outback wagon. The reason the bumper has to be removed is what makes this the best hitch for your car. The crosstube mounts behind the bumper leaving only the 2" receiver exposed. This not only looks better it helps with ground clearance.
I have linked an installation video to show you this step along with the installation instructions.
If you are planning on towing you will also need a wiring harness item # C56040 and a ball mount kit item # C45534.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches - 2" Ball - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 7.5K
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- 2 Inch Ball
- One Ball
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Rise - 0 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Ball Mount Kit
- CURT
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- etrailer
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
more information >
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