Light-Duty Tow Package Setup for a 2016 Mazda CX-5
Question:
I want to tow a small utility trailer and motorcycle trailer - no brakes - with my 16 Mazda CX-5. Can you put a package together for me?
asked by: John
Expert Reply:
We have everything you need to tow your small trailers with your 2016 Mazda CX-5. I have listed all of the parts that I recommend below.
Class II Trailer Hitch - # C12170
4-Flat Wiring Harness - # 118563
Adjustable Ball Mount - # MT70068
Hitch Ball - # 63845 (2in.) # 19260 (1-7/8in.)
Hitch Pin - # PC3
To start, you will need a trailer hitch. I recommend the Curt Class II Trailer Hitch, # C12170, because it will have more than enough capacity for the CX-5 and the trailers. The towing capacity of your vehicle will vary depending on how it was equipped, but it looks like the max towing capacity will be around 2,000 lbs. Be sure to check your owners manual for your models specific capacity because you will be limited by the towing capacity of the vehicle.
Next, you will need a wiring harness and I recommend the Tow Ready T-One Wiring Harness, # 118563 because it will work on all models of the CX-5.
The last items you will need are a ball mount, hitch ball and pin and clip. Since you will be towing different trailers, I recommend looking into an adjustable ball mount like part # MT70068 because it eliminates the need to buy multiple ball mounts, hitch balls and pin and clips. You can easily adjust the height of the ball to suit you needs. For a hitch ball, you can use # 63845 for a 2 inch ball or # 19260 for a 1-7/8 inch ball. For a pin and clip, I recommend # PC3 for a standard pin or # e98880 for a locking hitch pin.
I have linked all of the parts for you to check out. I have also linked installation and demonstration videos of these products for you.
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 1-7/8 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1 Inch Diameter Shank
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Draw-Tite
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2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1 Inch Diameter Shank
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Tow Ready
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitches - Flush - 2-5/8" Span - Chrome
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Standard Pin Lock
- Keyed Alike
- Chrome
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Flush Pin
- 2-5/8 Inch Span
- etrailer
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MaxxTow Adjustable-Height Ball Mount - 2" Hitch - 7-1/2" Drop, 6-1/4" Rise - 5,000 lb
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Adjustable Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 1 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 7 Inch
- Rise - 6 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 5000 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Long Shank
- MaxxTow
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Pin and Clip for 2" and 2-1/2" Hitches - 5/8" Diameter x 3-1/4" Span
- Hitch Pins and Clips
- Standard Hitch Pin
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- 5/8 Inch Diameter
- 4 Inch Span
- Draw-Tite
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class II
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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