What Trimming is Required to Install a Trailer Hitch on a 2013 Honda CR-Z

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What trimming has to be done for this to fit?

asked by: Matthew

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According to the instructions for Curt trailer hitch # C11077 you will need to trim the underbody panels to remove the area where plastic clips attach the panel to the frame rails. I have linked the instructions and also included a picture from them showing the area to trim.

If you plan on doing any towing with this hitch keep in mind that the gross trailer weight capacity is 1,000 pounds and the tongue weight capacity is 100 pounds. Consult the owners manual to determine what the tow capacity of the vehicle is and go by the lower of the 2 ratings (either the hitch or the vehicle).

For a ball mount use # C45520 and pin and clip # PC2. For a 1-7/8 inch ball use # 19256 and for a 2 inch ball use # 19258.

If you plan on using the hitch for a bike rack or cargo carrier make sure the item is rated for use with a Class I trailer hitch. Also Curt requires the use of stabilization strap # 18050 for any non-trailer load.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

The issue you are describing is actually not terribly uncommon. Occasionally, a newly installed trailer hitch will come very close or make contact with a vehicle's exhaust system, even when everything is installed properly. We actually have…

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Answer 2

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 3

The Curt Hitch part #C11077 that you referenced has been confirmed to fit your 2015 Honda CR-Z so I would recommend it for you. For a ball mount you would want the #C45520, and then for hitch balls #19256 and #19258.

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Answer 4

Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C11077 is confirmed fit for 2014 Honda CR-Z. I verified with my contact at Curt manufacturing that you will have no issues installing #C11077 on the EX model. There is no drilling required for installation. The…

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Answer 5

It is difficult to determine what is causing a rattling noise without actually being able to see the vehicle, but I can give you some tips on where to look if you are comfortable crawling under your vehicle to look at the hitch. The alternative…

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Answer 6

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 7

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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…

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