Bracket to Mount Factory Trailer Connector to a 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan with Aftermarket Hitch
Question:
I needed a 2inch hitch but already have the wiring done by the dealer. It uses a genuine VW plate that is screwed into the 1¼ hitch. This hitch does not have any place to screw the plate with the connector. Any suggestions?
asked by: Alex
Expert Reply:
First if you are needing a 2 inch trailer hitch receiver then you will need to look at the Class III options for your 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan. Curt hitch # C12097 is a Class II with a 1-1/4 inch receiver. Class III options include Curt hitch # C13133 or etrailer # e98906. I have linked installation videos for both hitches for you.
If the factory wiring is a 4-Way flat connector, then 1 non-invasive option is the Curt Easy Mount system # C58001. It attaches to the hitch receiver and clamps down on the 4-Way connector.
If you have a 7-Way connector then I recommend Curt Easy Mount Bracket # C58000 which also mounts to the receiver. I have linked videos showing how these brackets install as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- No Cross Tube
- CURT
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Curt Easy Mount Bracket for 4- or 5-Way Flat and 6- or 7-Way Trailer Connectors - 2" Hitch
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Wiring
- Mounting Hardware
- Brackets
- 4 Flat
- 5 Flat
- 6 Round
- 7 Round
- CURT
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Curt Easy Mount Bracket for 4- or 5-Way Flat Trailer Connector - 2" Hitch
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Wiring
- Mounting Hardware
- Brackets
- 4 Flat
- 5 Flat
- CURT
more information >
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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
- No Cross Tube
- CURT
more information >
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