Hitch and Wiring Recommendation for Towing a Trailer with a 2019 Mazda CX3

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What fits my 19 CX3 to tow a trailer? What do I need?

asked by: Jared

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The best hitch option for your 2019 Mazda CX3 is Curt hitch part # C11418. Both the Draw-Tite and Curt option for the Mazda are Class I options and can handle up to 200 lbs of tongue weight. I recommend the Curt hitch because installation takes less time compared to the Draw-Tite option. The Curt hitch hardware is easier to access when it is time to torque down the bolts during installation. I have attached an installation video of the Curt hitch on a 2017 Mazda CX-3.

The Curt option is a concealed cross tube hitch so only the receiver portion of the hitch is visible after installation. The recommended Class I ball mount for the Curt hitch is part # C45521 because of its rise. Since the Mazda does sit closer to the ground you will most likely need a ball mount with a rise but it is important to be within 2 inches of level with the trailer you are pulling. I have attached a help article to help you figure out how much rise you need.

If you ever plan on using the hitch with a bike rack or accessory such as a cargo carrier, Curt does require the use of a stabilization strap part # 18050. The stabilization strap prevents the bike rack or accessory from bouncing around when on the road. If a stabilization strap is not used it will void the hitch's warranty.

The wiring you need is Tekonsha 4-pole flat part # 118718. I recommend the Tekonsha compared to the Curt wiring harness because the Tekonsha harness can handle more amps per circuit. The Tekonsha wiring harness plugs into the vehicle's wiring harness located in the rear cargo area of the Mazda on the drivers and passengers side. The Modulite box that comes with the wiring harness allows the trailer lights to be powered without overloading the vehicle's electrical system. The Modulite powers the trailer's lights by drawing power from the vehicle's battery. The black power wire needs to be connected to the positive side of the battery. I have attached a help article on running the power wire from the modulite box to the battery.

expert reply by: Heather A

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Answer 1

Although both the Draw-Tite #24933 and the Curt #C11418 Class I hitches look pretty different, in all the ways that matter they're very similar. Both hitches are a concealed mount, so the crossbars are hidden behind the vehicle bumper with…

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Answer 2

With Curt hitch #C11418 installed on a 2016 Mazda CX-3 the lower fascia is still attached elsewhere on the vehicle and it will also be resting on top of the hitch receiver. There isn't room to replace the brackets that were removed to install…

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Answer 3

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 4

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 5

I've never heard of an actual third brake light connector on a camper shell to plug in on a truck and we don't carry any parts to do that. The light generally needs to be hardwired into the truck's brake light circuit. The issue with this…

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Answer 6

From what I could find it looks like your 122R (red) and 122Y (amber) lights measure 3.75" x 1.70" x .81". We don't have any replacement lense directly for the GLO-BRITE lights but we do have some similar lights that you could use…

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Answer 7

Normal operating temperatures for drum brakes range from 150-400 degrees F. During certain stopping conditions the brake heat can exceed 600 degrees. The effectiveness and stopping power of the brakes is significantly reduced at these higher…

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Answer 8

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 9

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 10

The manual lockout on your Atwood 85778 surge brake coupler is there so that you can back up the trailer without the brakes locking up on you. Yes you can safely tow your trailer with the broken manual lockout, you just have to make sure you…

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Answer 11

I would be happy to help you set up your 2022 Toyota Highlander to haul your new travel trailer. The wiring harness you currently have controls your trailer's lighting functions only. You do not need to rewire your Toyota you just need another…

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Answer 12

A TCM double-lip grease seal number 127194 has an inner diameter of 1.274-inches and an outer diameter of 1.983-inches according to my research. The available grease seal nearest to those dimensions that we offer is part #RG06-010, which is a…

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