Recommended Hitch and Related Items for 2009 Kia Rondo V6 Towing Camper Trailer
Question:
What would be best hitch/towing set up to order from you guys for a 07 to 09Rondo V6 with a view to owning a camper trailer? Would a transmission cooler enable higher tow loads? I have not bought the Rondo yet. ..still looking. She will be used for short to medium halls in southern Alberta znd the Parks region.
asked by: Liam
Expert Reply:
Trailer hitch fits for the 2007, 2008 and 2009 model years of the Kia Rondo happen to be the same. Any of these model years can be fitted with a light-duty 1-1/4-inch Class I hitch and we have the available product # C11031 from Curt. All you need to add is the hitch ball, such as 1-7/8-inch # 19256 or 2-inch # 19258, along with ball mount # 3594. Choose the ball that matches your trailer's coupler size.
The hitch will install using the included hardware and basic hand tools. The only special tool required is a torque wrench like # ALL944001 which is needed to ensure the included fasteners are secured to the specs provided in the instructions. I have linked the hitch instructions for you along with a helpful article.
You'll also need a trailer wiring harness to activate the lights on the trailer. You can use TowReady custom-fit harness # 118431. This is an easy plug-in installation - no cutting or splicing wires needed. You can use 4-pole mounting bracket # 18144 to hold the connector.
A transmission, oil and power steering fluid cooler are great ways to take stress off your vehicle when you tow by taking heat out of these systems. However, no add-on part will increase the vehicle's towing capacity. Towing capacity is determined by the auto maker and will be indicated in your owner's manual. Since specific OEM equipment can vary from version to version your best bet is to refer to the owner's manual for the specific model year and version of the Rondo you choose. My research shows towing capacities as low as 1000-lbs for the Rondo so keep this in mind as you consider your trailer.
I also included an article with general tips for safer towing as well as articles concerning oil and transmission coolers.
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