Installing a Draw-Tite Hitch on a 2021 Mazda CX-9

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I am considering purchasing the Draw-Tite hitch for my 2021 Mazda CX9. Why does the product description includes a warning that the heat shield needs to be modified? None of your instructional videos talk about removing and/or modifying the heat shield looks that only the small panel under the bumper has to be removed.

asked by: Mike

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Helpful Expert Reply:

The Draw-Tite # 76020 does have a tech tip of needing to modify the heat shield as it does fit a few years of the Mazda CX-9. Some of the 2018 models did need this shield modified slightly to fit properly, but it looks like that may have been limited to that year. I have an install video we did on a 2020 CX-9 and there was no modification needed. As we have not had a 2021 to do an install on as of yet, I can't 100% confirm the need to modify the heat shield, but odds are you will not need to.

If this will be used for towing, I would highly suggest going with a Tekonsha 4 Flat harness # 118278. This will work with most smaller trailers or campers that do not utilize electric brakes.

expert reply by: Lazer S

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Answer 1

The most hidden and best hitch option for your 2019 Mazda CX-9 is the Draw Tite hitch part #76020 as only the hitch opening hangs below the rear bumper and it has a 7-way bracket built into it which will make mounting a 7-way like you are wanting as…

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Answer 2

The Draw-Tite Class III Max Frame Receiver Hitch #76020 referenced in your question is confirmed to fit your 2017 Mazda CX-9. As you mentioned, the 2 inch hitch features a 4,500 pound towing weight capacity and a 675 pound tongue weight capacity. I…

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Answer 3

In order to tow a 5x8 U-Haul cargo trailer with your 2018 Mazda CX-9 you will need a trailer hitch, a 4-Way wiring harness, and a ball mount/hitch ball combo. There are two Class III 2 inch trailer hitch receivers available for your CX-9, the Curt…

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Answer 4

The overall width of the Draw Tite hitch is 41 inches, the depth front to back is 21 inches and the height is 8 inches. The weight is then 37 lb. Based on the standard checked back dimensions I believe this would be too large. Weight should be fine…

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Answer 5

The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #76020 will be tightly bolted to the chassis on your 2021 Mazda CX-9. There is no need for any type of insulating material to go between the receiver and the frame connections. I have not seen any…

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Answer 6

To carry 4 bikes you will need a Class III hitch with a 2 inch opening so for your 2020 Mazda CX-9 the Draw Tite hitch #76020. The 2 inch hitch is preferred for 4 bike racks because it has better weight capacities and more 4 bike racks are made for…

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Answer 7

The Curt hitch part #C13284 has the best clearance for a bike rack to fit past the rear bumper. It has 5 inches from it's pin hole out to the furthest edge of the rear bumper whereas the Draw Tite #76020 has 7 inches.

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Answer 8

In order to setup a 2016 Mazda CX-9 for towing a trailer with brakes you'll first need a trailer hitch for which I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part #76020. Then you can add the wiring, the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness…

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Answer 9

I suggest the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver, #76020. When installed it won't completely prevent the sensors from picking up movement but you will need to kick at either side instead of the middle. So the feature will still function,…

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Answer 10

We do have pictures of a class III hitch installed on a 2021 Mazda CX-9 and I have attached a couple of them. I recommend going with the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver item #76020 you were looking at. It is the most concealed hitch option…

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Answer 11

Lowering exhaust to install a hitch is a pretty standard install step. It's not too hard to do in most cases. It just requires you to pry the exhaust hangers off of the vehicles so that it can be lowered. Our installers routinely use a ratchet…

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Answer 12

Both of the 2 inch hitches we offer for your 2018 Mazda CX-9 will have their hitch opening below the rear bumper of the vehicle. The better option is the Draw Tite part #76020 over the Curt part #C13284 as the Draw Tite has a better price, slightly…

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