Can Lower Center Reverse Light be Installed/Used on a 2004 Mini Cooper After Install Trailer Hitch

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I was interested in the hitch receiver #C11126 for a 2004 mini cooper hard top. My question is, will I be able to install and use my rear reverse indicator light when I am not using an accessory installed into the hitch receiver?

asked by: Brad

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Yes, you should be able to install and use a center light in your 2004 Mini Cooper rear bumper as long as the hitch is not being used. The instruction do specify that if trimming is required on the back of the bumper after installing the hitch, not to cut any piece used to hold the trim cover or light. Meaning that the cover or light can be reinstalled. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you.

If you are going to use the hitch for a bike rack or cargo carrier Curt says that you also have to use a stabilization strap, # 18050, for any non-trailer loads. The straps takes some of the stress off of the hitch.

If you plan on doing some towing first check the owners manual for specific information on towing with the vehicle. For a ball mount use # C45519 with pin and clip # PC2. For a 1-7/8 inch ball use # 19256 and for a 2 inch ball use # 19258. And for trailer wiring use # C59236.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

I reached out to my contact at Curt and he said the owner of the vehicle in the photo was outside of the their #C11126 hitch compatibility because as manufactured it will absolutely have issue with the center exhaust on your 2004 Mini Cooper S. It…

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Answer 2

It is probably easier for a woman to insert or remove the hitch pin and clip once Curt trailer hitch #C11126 installed on a Mini. Without trying to sound sexist women tend to have smaller features and could reach in and place the pin in with more…

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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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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 7

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 9

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 10

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 11

To add a class III hitch to your 2024 Honda CR-V hybrid, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C13397. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your CR-V with included hardware. It is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. I really like this…

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Answer 12

If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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Can Lower Center Reverse Light be Installed/Used on a 2004 Mini Cooper After Install Trailer Hitch

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