Expert Answers about Kia Sorento
- How To Tow a 2019 Kia Sorento Behind a Motor Home
- I have looked through the 2019 Kia Sorento owners manual. The owners manual on any vehicle tells you how the vehicle should be towed. If your Kia is a front wheel drive then it is acceptable to tow with the back wheels on the ground and the front wheels on a dolly. If your vehicle is a four wheel drive model then the vehicle has to be towed on a trailer with all four wheels off the ground.
If your Kia is a FWD model I recommend Demco Kar Kaddy X Tow Dolly w/ Disc Brakes - Tilt Bed Frame...
view full answer... - Can Safety Cables be Used Instead of Safety Chains on Trailer
- Yes you can use safety cables in place of safety chains as long as they are rated for the weight of the trailer. Chains are typically a little easier to use in this application though since you can manipulate the length of them easier by twisting them but you can use a cable set like the part # C80151 if you wanted. These have a 5,000 lb capacity.
view full answer... - Trailer Hitch Mount Bike Rack Recommendations for a 2012 Kia Sorento EX I4 GDI
- The Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 75684 for the 2012 Kia Sorento 4 cylinder is a Class III hitch with a 2 inch receiver. This will allow you many options for carrying accessories like bike racks.
One of the top racks for 4 bikes for Kia Sorento owners is the Thule hitching Post Pro, # TH934XTR. This rack tilts down away from the vehicle, the arms can fold down, and it has anti-sway cradles. I have included a link to a video review of this rack on a similar vehicle.
I have also included a...
view full answer... - Recommended Hitch for 2023 Kia Sorento PHEV for Bike Rack
- For a hitch for your bike rack I recommend the Curt # C34ER. This is confirmed to fit all models of the 2023 Kia Sorento, including your PHEV. It features a bolt-on installation and has a tongue weight capacity of 600 lbs which should be more than enough for your rack and bikes. It also comes with a limited lifetime warranty.
view full answer... - Karrite Voyager Replacement Key Number 3021
- For your Karrite Voyager carrier with key number 3021 you would want the part # THKEYN3021.
view full answer... - Trailer Spare Tire Cover Recommendation for Tire Size 5.30-12
- The Classic Accessories Custom Fit Spare Tire Cover # 052963751000 that you referenced would work well to cover a 5.30-12 tire. This cover has been confirmed to fit this size so it should work well for you. This cover is for tires that are between 21 and 22 inches in diameter which matches the size of your tire.
view full answer... - Parts Needed to Add 7-Way to 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid without Tow Package
- To add a 7-way to your 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid that does not have the factory tow package you'd first need to start with a 4-way (if you do not have one already) and for that you'd need the # TK26FR. Next you'd need to convert it to a 7-way with the kit part # ETBC7L which comes with wiring to activate the 12 volt accessory circuit like you mentioned. The black wire of this adapter would get ran to the vehicle battery using the included breaker to the positive post of the vehicle battery....
view full answer... - Trailer Wiring 4-Way Kit for 2012 Kia Sorento without Tow Package
- Since your 2012 Kia Sorento didn't come with a factory hitch it's a safe assumption you don't have the factory tow package for picking out trailer wiring. If you have an EX or LX model you'd want the part # C56328 or if you have an SX model you'd want the part # C59236.
view full answer... - Trailer Hitch and Wiring Recommendations for a 2016 Kia Sorento
- Any trusted mechanic or an RV dealer with a service center can install a trailer hitch for your 2016 Kia Sorento.
If you want to use the hitch for a bike rack or cargo carrier I actually recommend Draw-Tite hitch # 75908. The Curt hitch # C13195 requires the use of a stabilization strap # 18050 for any non-trailer accessory whereas the Draw-Tite hitch does not.
If you plan on towing then either hitch will work fine. I recommend etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts;...
view full answer... - Brake Controller Recommendation for 2019 Kia Sorento with 7-Way
- I'm sorry to hear about your experience with your local Kia dealership. It sounds like you've got the vehicle squared away with the Curt trailer hitch receiver and 7-way connector and the only thing you still need is a trailer brake controller.
The good news is I have the perfect solution for you! For a brake controller that is super easy to install, I recommend The Curt Echo # C51180. This is the best choice for you as it won't require you to take your vehicle back to the dealership or...
view full answer... - Where Does Yakima Timberline Roof Rack Install on Raised Rails of 2021 Kia Sorento
- The great thing about installing a roof rack on a vehicle like your 2021 Kia Sorento with raised rails like with the Yakima roof rack part # Y00425 and # Y000147 is that you can position the bars on the raised rails wherever works best for your roof accessories. Unlike naked roof rack installs where there's only one part of the roof that can handle the weight of the roof rack the raised rail racks offer great flexibility.
Further rearward typically helps with wind noise and forward hatch...
view full answer... - Suspension Enhancement for 2019 Kia Sorento to Help with Sagging When Towing
- Not all vehicles and hitches can be used with weight distribution systems since they do put an additional strain on the overall setup. So for your 2019 Kia Sorento you can use an air spring suspension enhancement kit like the Air Lift part # AL29PD to help with the soft rear suspension. This will allow you the ability to stiffen up the suspension using air pressure.
view full answer... - Which Hitch-Mounted 2 Bike Platform Rack Should I Go With?
- In order to install a platform-style bike rack you will need to install a trailer hitch receiver if you do not already have one. I recommend the Etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" # e98841 as this will work well for your application and it has the common 2" receiver opening which will allow many accessories to be mounted.
While we do not have bike racks on "display" for you to view in person, we do have plenty of information about each bike...
view full answer... - Trailer Hitch for a 2016 Kia Sorento
- For your 2016 Kia Sorento the most popular trailer hitch option is Curt hitch # C13195. This is a Class III hitch with a 2 inch receiver opening.
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...
view full answer... - Roof Rack Recommendation for a 2019 Kia Sorento with No Rails
- For a complete roof rack system of a 2019 Kia Sorrento I recommend the Yakima JetStream roof rack which uses the following parts:
- Yakima CoreBar Crossbars - Steel - Black - 50" Long - Qty 2 # Y00421
- BaseLine Towers for Yakima Crossbars - Naked Roofs - Qty 4 # Y28TR
- BaseClip Fit Kit for Yakima BaseLine Roof Rack Towers - Qty 2 # Y06159
- BaseClip Fit Kit for Yakima BaseLine Roof Rack Towers - Qty 2 # Y06170
- (optional for extra security) SKS Lock Cores # Y07204
With this setup,...
view full answer... - Adapter for 4-Way Trailer Connector to Connect to Trailer with 7-Way
- All you would need is the part # 37185. You would plug your 4-way into the 4-way of this adapter and you would be good to go.
view full answer... - Does the Trailer Hitch for a 2022 Kia Sorento Come with Wiring Hraness
- The trailer hitch and wiring harness for a 2022 Kia Sorento are sold separately since not all of those who want a trailer hitch are using them for towing i.e. bike racks and cargo carriers. I recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver part # e28AR which offers a bolt-on fit without any drilling required. It has a class III rating which will exceed the capacity of the vehicle so there will be no limitations from the hitch.
The trailer wiring harness that I recommend is the T-One Vehicle...
view full answer... - Does Trailer Wiring for 2015 Kia Sorento Require Running Power Wire to Vehicle Battery
- Not all vehicles can handle the additional amperage draw of the trailer taillights on the vehicle taillight circuits. Those vehicles need setup that draws power from the battery. Some vehicles have higher rated circuits that can handle this, and others need to have the power drawn straight from the battery to protect the taillight circuits.
For your 2015 Kia Sorento you need to install a harness that draws power from the battery to protect the taillight circuits. For that you would need...
view full answer... - Recommended Trailer Hitch Fit for 2020 Kia Sorento SX
- The Class II Draw-Tite # DT66MR is compatible with all models of the 2020 Kia Sorento, including your SX model.
I'd recommend going with a Class III hitch which uses the more common 2 inch receiver size which has a higher capacity and is also compatible with many more hitch mounted accessories. Typically, there's isn't much of a price differential between a Class II and III hitch, so there's really no reason not to go with the more common size.
I'd recommend the Curt Class III hitch,...
view full answer... - Trunk Mounted Bike Rack that Fits 2016 Kia Sorento
- We have trunk mounted bike solutions that do fit your 2016 Kia Sorento but Thule does not list any of their bike racks as a fit for your vehicle. Instead the Yakima Fullback part # Y02634 is a fit and a really great option. It's very easy to install, lighterweight, and comes with locks for the bikes and for the rack to the bike.
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