Is Cutting or Modifying the Bumper Required to Install a Trailer Hitch on a 2009 Volkswagen Eos
Question:
Do I have to cut a hole in the bumper on my 2009 VW Eos.
asked by: Cheryl
Expert Reply:
Good news. You will not have to cut or modify the bumper or rear fascia in any way to install the Curt Trailer Hitch, # C11090, on your 2009 Volkswagen Eos. You may have to trim or bend a heat shield so the hitch will fit properly. I have included a link to the installation instructions below.
The recommended ball mount for this hitch is # 3594. Use only the recommended ball mount and it should only be used in the rise position. For a hitch ball, you can use # 19256 (1-7/8 inch diameter) or # 19258 (2 inch diameter) depending on your towing needs. I also recommend a locking hitch pin, # e98879, to secure the ball mount and deter theft.
The recommended trailer wiring is the 4 Pole Harness and Hardwire Kit, # C59496. I have included a link to the installation details below.
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1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 1-7/8 Inch Diameter Ball
- 1-9/16 Inch Shank Length
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
- Draw-Tite
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2" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 1-9/16 Inch Shank Length
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 100 lbs TW
- 1000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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Curt Powered Tail Light Converter w/ 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector and Install Kit
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 1-1/4" Hitches - Flush - 2-1/8" Span - Chrome
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- Keyed Alike
- Chrome
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 100 lbs TW
- 1000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
more information >
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