Is Hands Free Liftgate Sensor Relocation Kit Needed When Installing Hitch in 2019 Honda CR-V

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What is involved installing Honda adapter to make tailgate work with hitch installed? Is this something average owner can install? What exactly is needed? Thank you

asked by: Milan C

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Honda offers a Power Liftgate Sensor Relocation Bracket as part # 08U59-TLA-100A for your 2019 Honda CR-V for when you install a hitch like the Draw Tite part # 76128 so that the hands free lift gate will still function properly. That said, we've also had a few customers come back and say they were still able to operate the hands free liftgate without the harness. They just had to be very specific with where they kick and it worked like normal.

If I were in your situation I would install the hitch first and then decide if the operation of the lift gate is suitable for you. You may find that the limited range of the sensors is just fine or you might want the added range the kit offers. The install shouldn't be too bad though. It will require removing the bumper fascia though.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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We do have a couple options for your 2022 Honda CR-V, however I recommend the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7345. This hitch is capable of handling up to 3,500lbs trailer weight, and 525lbs of tongue weight. For wiring, I recommend the…

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We had a customer with a 2017 Honda CR-V Touring just like yours who told us that the Curt hitch part #C13397 did not interfere with their hands free liftgate at all. You would not need to move any sensors.

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For your 2018 Honda CR-V the Curt trailer hitch part #C13397 is the hitch I recommend as only the hitch opening will be visible under the rear bumper of the vehicle and because it has great towing capacities. What you'll need to do is remove the…

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Answer 4

My contact at Curt Manufacturing confirmed that their front-mount 2-inch hitch #C31015 will indeed fit your 2012 Ram 2500 4 X 4 diesel with automatic transmission. He also confirmed it is compatible with the OEM winch. This hitch installs with…

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Answer 5

Typically, a hitch will prevent the sensors used by the hands free liftgate system from picking up movement directly in the center, but will still pick up movement to one side or the other. We've received varied reports saying that some of the…

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The Thule T2 Pro 2 Bike Platform Rack referenced in your question is a great platform rack designed for Class I and Class II trailer hitch receivers. Since the release of the T2 Pro 2 Bike Platform Rack, Thule has made some improvements and released…

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You will need the Yakima Replacement Spine Assembly for 2 inch HoldUp Bike Racks, item #8890277, to replace the shank on your 1-1/4 inch HoldUp rack and make it work correctly in your 2 inch hitch. As an alternative you could use the Hitch Reducer 2…

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Answer 8

Yes, the Curt Hitch part #C11158 that you referenced has been confirmed as a fit for your 2015 Ford Focus so I would recommend it for you. I attached an install video for this hitch for you to check out as well.

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Answer 9

Curt recommends the stabilizer strap with non-supported loads like bike racks to help support the hitch when going over bumps to prevent some of the vertical shock from being transferred to the hitch. Curt does this as a precaution, it's not that…

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Answer 10

There sure is! After installing the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98840 on your 2022 Honda Pilot you will still be able to use your hands-free liftgate sensor, you will just need to move your foot to either side of the receiver and move it in and…

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Answer 11

There are indeed two 2" trailer hitches available for your 2020 Honda CR-V; the etrailer #e98848 and the Curt #C13397. These Class III hitches are essentially identical in every way except for the finish/powder coat that they use. I personally…

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Answer 12

I checked with Draw-Tite and they list the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part #DT79MR as a fit for a 2023 Honda CR-V all models so you will be good to go with a Sport Touring. I took a look at some of the review and there were instances…

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