Best Hitch and Complete Towing Package for 2015 Cadillac SRX AWD

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I have a 2015 escape trailer it weighs 2800 lbs 1 just bought this srx it does not have a trl tow pkg. what should i do to safely pull this trl? thx

asked by: Bill H

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Congrats on your vehicle purchase!

A complete towing package includes a trailer hitch receiver, wiring, a ball mount, pin and clip and a ball.

For your 2015 Cadillac SRX AWD I recommend going with the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75682. This provides you with a 2-inch receiver which not only accepts a larger variety of accessories over the 1-1/4 option, but it also has a higher towing capacity at 4,000 lbs and 400 tongue weight which is plenty enough for the 2,800 lb trailer you will be towing. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual to confirm the towing capacity. Your towing capacity is limited to that of your lowest rated component, including your vehicle.

To power your trailer lights, since you don't have the factory tow package # 118259 will not work, so hardwiring is the only option. Your best option for that is the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter # C59236. This provides a 4-pole flat connector which you can then secure to your hitch using # 18144. It connects directly to your battery to avoid overloading your vehicle's electrical system and out of the two hardwiring options, this unit has the highest amp rating.

To be ready to tow most trailers out there, the etrailer.com Ball Mount Kit # 989891 is an excellent choice for you. This kit includes a ball mount with a 2-inch drop, two ball options (1-7/8 and 2 inch), a pin and clip and a handy storage bag. To reduce movement and rattle at the receiver and add extra security, you can upgrade your pin and clip with the Anti-Rattle Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock # 63232.

I have attached a picture of the Draw-Tite hitch installed on a 2015 Cadillac SRX. As you can see, the center bumper panel will need to come off. Other than the receiver tube portion, the hitch is nicely concealed behind the fascia.

expert reply by: Carla M

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Answer 1

You can use the circuit tester to identify the wires you'll need to connect to the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter #C59236. Have someone sit in the driver seat and run through the functions while you test the wires at the rear of the vehicle.…

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Answer 2

I took a look at the online version of the owner's manual for your 2015 Cadillac SRX and it states that if you do not have the factory trailering package then the SRX has a maximum towing capacity of 2,500 pounds. With the factory trailering…

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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

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 6

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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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 8

To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota RAV4, I recommend the etrailer item #e23ZR. 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 4,000 lbs towing capacity, and a 600…

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Answer 9

Yep, so long as your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness is not a hybrid both the Curt and etrailer hitches will fit: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13382 - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98912 The only difference besides price is the finish; the…

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Answer 10

I definitely understand being a bit overwhelmed by the amount of options in front of you, however I can definitely help with differentiating the trailer hitches for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon along with explaining my personal recommendation,…

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Answer 11

As far as wiring for the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, we do have the Curt #C59236 available which is more of a universal hardwire harness. Unfortunately there are not any plug-and-play options that have been confirmed to fit as of yet (October 4,…

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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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