Trailer Hitch and Wiring Harness Recommendation for 2013 VW Passat TDI SE
Question:
I need a hitch for a 2013 VW Passat TDI SE. I noticed a hitch option from Curt and Hidden Hitch, but cant seem to find a wiring kit for either hitch in my model. Please advise on which product to purchase to wire the lights to a trailer with minimal modifications. Thank you for your time.
asked by: Michael
Expert Reply:
We offer several light-duty Class I trailer hitch for your 2013 VW Passat TDI SE that can be seen on the link provided. All will require similar installation steps including temporary lowering of the exhaust (for better frame access) and trimming of the rear fascia and/or under-body panels. I suggest Draw-Tite # 24880 along with ball mount # 3590 and either 1-7/8-inch ball # 19256 or 2-inch # 19258.
Written instructions and a video on hitch installation are linked for your reference along with two helpful articles.
For a trailer wiring harnesses for your Passat Sedan you can use Curt # C56374. An installation video is linked for you.
Products Referenced in This Question
1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 1-7/8 Inch Diameter Ball
- 1-9/16 Inch Shank Length
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
- Draw-Tite
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2" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 1-9/16 Inch Shank Length
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
- Draw-Tite
more information >
Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
more information >
Draw-Tite Drawbar for 1-1/4" Hitches - 5/8" Rise - 6-5/8" Long - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 3/4 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Rise - 1 Inch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Draw-Tite
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
- 200 lbs TW
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
more information >
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