Recommendation for a Trailer Hitch Receiver and Wiring Harness on a 2014 Acura MDX

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Hello I have a 2014 Acura MDX, and I need to install a trailer hitch and harness on it. Looking through your products, I like the Curt hitch, as it seems to be more recessed in than the Hidden Hitch model due to the connection piece extending down, rather than straight out from, the bar that runs across the width of the car and attaches to the pre-drilled holes in the frame. I am confident that I can install that hitch without too much trouble. Where I am less confident is being able to install the wiring harness. It looks like you have several wiring harnesses available that will do the job, though I have not seen an installation video on a 2014 Acura MDX for any such wiring harness. I believe that the 2014 MDX is pre-wired so that the harness can be plugged into the left rear panel, so that a wire does not have to be run up to the battery in the front of the car. However, I am unsure of this. If you have any information you could send me regarding the installation of a wiring harness on a 2014 MDX, I would appreciate it. Thanks in advance. Best regards,

asked by: John N

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The Curt Class III Receiver Hitch, # C13146, is a great choice for your 2014 Acura MDX and offers maximum towing capacity of 6000 pounds and tongue weight capacity of 900 pounds. It is a good idea to check your owner's manual to obtain your vehicle's towing capacity and follow which ever has the lowest weight capacity rating.

The Curt Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring Harness, # C56192, plugs directly into the vehicle's existing wiring and should be a pretty easy install for you. Before you begin the install you will want to disconnect the negative battery terminal. The next step will be to locate the left rear access panel on the vehicle. This is the only area where you will be making a wiring connection. I am including a link which will give you step by step instructions with pictures. This 4-pole harness will provide the brake and taillight functions on a trailer and you will not need to run any wiring to the vehicle's battery.

We also offer the Ball Mount, # C45010, 2 inch Hitch Ball, # 63845, or the 1-7/8 inch Hitch Ball, # 19260, that you may need to get you ready for towing.

expert reply by: Leah S

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Answer 1

The size bolts that come with the hitch part #13354 are M14 - 1.5 x 35 HEX and M14 - 1.5 x 40 HEX. That means the tap size you would need is M14 - 1.5. I also attached a help article that covers how to clean weld nuts for when installing a hitch like…

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Answer 2

Even if your 2014 Acura MDX doesn't have the factory tow package, the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness #C56192 and the fuses that come included should be all that you need to provide the Acura with a fully-functional 4-Way connector to…

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Answer 3

Trailer hitches like the Curt hitch part #C13146 that you referenced are pretty easy to install for mechanics relative to the types of projects they have to deal with on a routing basis. Your best option would be then find a local mechanic to you…

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Answer 4

I spoke with my contact at Curt and he said that you want to use the 10 amp fuse in the number 2 position on your fuse box. The factory Acura trailer wiring harness calls for a 20 amp fuse but with the Curt you have to use a 10 amp.

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Answer 5

I spoke to my contact at Curt and he informed me that no additional relays should be needed with the #C56192 wiring harness. This is the confirmed wiring harness for your 2016 Acura MDX. He also told me that you would want to ensure the supplied…

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Answer 6

As far as I can tell, one of two things has happened. Either the tow wiring fuse has blown or the Modulite box on the harness has burned up. A short on the trailer could cause either of these and both would lead to no signals at the connector. I will…

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Answer 7

If your 2014 Acura MDX did not come with the factory tow package then you would likely need to get the relay from an Acura dealer to install trailer wiring harness #C56192. It is possible though that an auto parts store would have an aftermarket…

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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 9

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 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

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 12

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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