Can a 2014 Hyundai Accent Tow a Trailer?

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I lost my truck to age and now I have no way to haul anything. Just how much will this hitch 24884 really haul with my little car. 3 small bolts scares me .2014 Hyundai Accent

asked by: Jon G

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The Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # 24884 is a fit for your 2014 Hyundai Accent. You are correct that cars aren't really designed for heavy hauling, so you do need to stay within the capacities of your owner's manual and the products themselves. The 3 bolts you referenced are grade 5 and will secure the hitch at the rated capacities without issue.

This hitch is rated for 200 lbs tongue weight and up to 2,000 lbs towing but the manufacturer doesn't recommend towing with your vehicle but also outlines the acceptable weights based on passengers and cargo. If you choose to tow within the capacities, then you will also need the ball mount # 3592 and either 1-7/8 inch diameter ball # 19256 or 2 inch ball # 19258.

For trailer wiring, I recommend the direct fit Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118559 which will connect to your factory harness behind the rear trim on each side in your cargo area and draw power directly from the battery to protect your electronics from overdraw.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

In order to carry a scooter on a 2013 Hyundai Accent you'd first need to install a trailer hitch and for this I recommend the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver part #24884 which features a bolt-on installation and 200 lb tongue weight…

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Answer 2

This is common. Exhaust hangs on rubber isolators so because they can move the exhaust fits just a little different on every vehicle of the same year, make, and model. It can be fixed rather easily. I have included a link to the right that covers the…

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Answer 3

Take a look at the video I have linked showing installation of Draw-Tite hitch #24884 on a vehicle. The vehicle in the video shares the same frame as your 2014 Kia Rio. So all things being equal the installation in the video will be basically…

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It does seem odd that there are two mounting holes on the flange for the trailer hitch #24884 but only one get used, but I checked with Draw Tite and the install instructions and this is the correct way to install the hitch.

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Hitches will still be made for vehicles that are not recommended for towing in order to allow use of hitch mount accessory items like bike racks and cargo carriers like #C18110. Wiring harnesses are offered for cases where the owner may wish to add…

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If the inside of your trailer tire is rubbing against the frame on your trailer then you can either get a new trailer axle that has a larger hub-face measurement or get slightly smaller tires. The easier solution would be to swap out your tires for…

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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 8

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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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 10

Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a…

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Answer 11

Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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Answer 12

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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