Installation of Curt Class II Hitch C12013 on 2005 Toyota Matrix XR

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Will the C12013 hitch fit a 2005 Toyota Matrix XR with AWD? If so, does it fit through the body kit or below it? If below, how much of the hitch is visible? Just the receiver or most of the framing as well?

asked by: Kevin

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Curt's 1-1/4-inch Class II round tube hitch # C12013 is a confirmed fit on the AWD 2005 Toyota Matrix XR and XRS and offers no-drill installation. The hitch will bolt to the bottom of the car's frame rails using the included hardware. Heat shield trimming may be required but no other mods are necessary; no fascia trimming is required.

We have not had a chance to photograph this hitch installed on your 2005 Matrix but at least the center portion of the main hitch cross tube will likely remain visible after installation.

expert reply by: Adam R

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Answer 1

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 2

On some models of the Matrix, the muffler heat shield is installed in such a way that it would be sandwiched in between the hitch and the underside of the vehicle. If this is the case, the heat shield would either need to be trimmed away or removed…

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Answer 3

The difference is the shape of the cross tube. The part #C12228 has a square shaped tube whereas the part #C12221 has a round shape. Typically the round tubes are less visible than the square ones.

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Answer 4

All available hitches made for your 2007 Toyota Matrix XR include both Class I and Class II types in the 1-1/4-inch size. All are shown on the linked page. You'll notice all three options, parts # 24812, #C12221 and #C12013, share a very similar…

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Answer 5

The only difference is that Curt has one trailer hitch that fits a 2004 Pontiac Vibe GT, part #C12221 and one trailer hitch for a 2004 Pontiac Vibe NON-GT, part #C12234 while the Draw-Tite #24812 will fit both models. The Draw-Tite hitch is a Class I…

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Answer 6

The Curt #C18151 cargo tray you referenced is only compatible with a Class III hitch with a 2 inch receiver opening. The hitches available for your Matrix XR are Class I or II that have a 1-1/4 by 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. There are adapters…

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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Answer 9

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 10

You will need the Red LED Trailer Clearance or Side Marker Light #328-K-52 or Amber LED Trailer Clearance or Side Marker Light #328-K-51 for your 2018 Forest River Sunseeker motorhome. These lenses have the same Top Command SAE-AP2-16 markings on the…

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Answer 11

If you are needing the hub and drum assembly then you will want to go with the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly #8-201-5UC3-EZ but if you are just looking for an idler hub then you will want part #8-213-5UC1 instead. These come with the correct…

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Answer 12

Since Demco uses 3,500 drum brake assemblies part #DMSB24429M and #DMSB24428M what you'd need is similar 3,500 electric brake assemblies like the etrailer part #AKEBRK-35L-SA for the left hand side and #AKEBRK-35R-SA for the right hand side. To…

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Installation of Curt Class II Hitch C12013 on 2005 Toyota Matrix XR

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