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  4. 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
  5. 2000 lbs GTW
  6. Visible Cross Tube
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2011 Toyota Highlander
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Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"

Part Number: 24878
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This fully welded, corrosion-resistant vehicle trailer hitch receiver is perfect for your light-duty towing needs. Draw-Tite's Tested Tough guarantee ensures that this hitch exceeds industry standards. Drawbar sold separately. Great Prices for the best trailer hitch from Draw-Tite. Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" part number 24878 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch - 24878

  • Class I
  • 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
  • 2000 lbs GTW
  • Visible Cross Tube
  • 200 lbs TW
  • Draw-Tite
  • For Towing

This fully welded, corrosion-resistant vehicle trailer hitch receiver is perfect for your light-duty towing needs. Draw-Tite's Tested Tough guarantee ensures that this hitch exceeds industry standards. Drawbar sold separately.


Features:

  • Custom-fit trailer hitch lets you tow a trailer or carry a bike rack or cargo carrier with your vehicle
  • Computer-aided, fully welded steel construction ensures strength and durability
  • Tested Tough - safety and reliability criteria exceed industry standards
  • Bolt-on installation - no welding required
    • Complete hardware kit and installation instructions included
  • Lifetime technical support from the experts at etrailer.com
  • Black powder coat finish covers e-coat base for superior rust protection
  • Sturdy, square-tube design
  • Drawbar and pin and clip sold separately


Specs:

  • Receiver opening: 1-1/4" x 1-1/4"
  • Rating: Class I
    • Maximum gross trailer weight: 2,000 lbs
    • Maximum tongue weight: 200 lbs
  • Limited lifetime warranty


Draw-Tite Tested Tough

Draw-Tite Tested Tough

Draw-Tite's Tested Tough program provides testing standards far superior to those outlined by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), the go-to source for engineering professionals.



Each Draw-Tite trailer hitch receiver undergoes extensive fatigue testing and static testing with the ball mount that is either supplied or recommended for use with that particular hitch, thus ensuring results that are applicable to real life use. Fatigue testing is also conducted on hitches rated for use with weight-distribution systems.


In addition, Draw-Tite performs static testing on a simulated automobile, as opposed to the rigid fixture used for SAE testing, resulting in a more true-to-life scenario.


etrailer.com Technical Support

At etrailer.com we're committed to the products we sell, and to our customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are available via both phone and email to address your questions and concerns for the lifetime of your hitch. The technicians at etrailer perform hitch installations on a daily basis, making them a valuable resource for do-it-yourselfers. The one-on-one, personal service you'll receive comes straight from an expert in the towing and automotive field. We've installed it, we've wired it and we've towed with it, so whatever your question, we can answer it.



24878 Draw-Tite Class 1 Trailer Hitch Receiver - Sportframe

60295 Hidden Hitch Class 1 Trailer Hitch Receiver

Installation Details 24878 Installation instructions

This Product Fits The Following Vehicles



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Ratings & Reviews

4.9

103 reviews
This fully welded, corrosion-resistant vehicle trailer hitch receiver is perfect for your light-duty towing needs. Draw-Tite's Tested Tough guarantee ensures that this hitch exceeds industry standards. Drawbar sold separately.

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2012 Chevrolet Sonic

Great rack and hitch.



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2012 Chevrolet Sonic

The hitch is sound, and reasonably attractive. It arrived very quickly.



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always excellent service and excellent product.. staff is very knowledgable'



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nice fit and easy to install. Only problem was a slight bit of weld on the inside where the stinger goes, had to file it off.

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Patrick B.

10/11/2012

Chances are that was not a piece of weld flash. In Class I hitches, there is a stop put into place. It is to prevent using a Class II 1-1/4 inch product in a Class I 1-1/4 inch hitch. Class Is have a lower weight rating so the stop is added to prevent accidentally overloading the hitch and damaging the accessory, hitch, vehicle or all 3.



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Chevrolet Sonic

Unit was delivered promptly and in excellent condition. The mounting instructions were clear and helpful, but the best aspect of this hitch was that its holes were aligned perfectly with the frame of my Sonic. I did not have to review the the enclosed litiature to know that it was made in the USA. Congrats for a job well done.



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2012 Chevrolet Sonic

I LOVE dealing with these guys, I had an issue that was NOT their fault and they bent over backwards to resolve it FAST! I am a repeat customer and will definitely use them next time I need a hitch!



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Talk about easy, follow the short instuctions and it almost mounts itself. And fishing bolt into holes couldn't be easier than with the fancy fishing lines supplied with the hitch. Thirty minutes is a little optimistic but after mounting one I could probably get close to that time.



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This is an excellent hitch! The instructions provided were very clear and the pictures made the whole installation process even easier. The bolt holes lined up perfectly and everything went together with ease. Installed, the hitch is hardly even noticeable! After experiencing how easy these are to install and the quality of the product, we will be ordering one for my moms CRV next. Great product!



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Took longer to jack up the car and let it down. Excellent quality, great directions and setup tools. Would buy again if needed, only problem was two month delay because of how high demand. Well worth it, I mainly use it for hauling mtn bikes/snowboards/wakeboards/custom mini camper. Get this one if you need one.



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great website with reviews, pics and videos. I have a pretty new car and was not going to retro fit anything to it. This hitch seems strong and it fit like a frickin' glove. the install video and instructions were idiot proof and it was installed in 35 minutes from wheels on the ground to wheels back on the ground. I have only used it once so far with the bike rack and bike attached, but so far, perfect. I bought the swagman chinook 2 bike rack to use in it. great and smart customer support as well. thanks.

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Joseph R.

6/24/2018

Still great, no problems with the hitch at all.



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2013 Chevrolet Sonic

I ordered this aftermarket hitch along with the 1.25 inch adapter to 2 inch adapter to use an already owned bike rack I had. This product was an excellent purchase, the delivery was quick, the installation was fairly easy too, it took about an hour including time to jack up the car. I am completely satisfied with this product, if you need a high quality hitch I suggest purchasing this one.



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2013 Chevrolet Sonic

I purchased a class I trailer hitch from E Trailer so I could attach a bike rack to my 2013 chevy sonic hatchback car. The hitch came quickly and was well packaged in a heavy duty box. I had studied the on line E Trailer installation video before purchasing this item, and the video was excellent and the hitch bolted up exactly as the video described. The small wire guides included with the hitch made dropping the bolts through the cars tubular frame very easy. I completed the entire installation in approx. 1 hour. The hitch is well made, and fits up over the muffler perfectly with no clearance issues. I've purchased many RV parts from E Trailer in the past including tow bar mounts, and brake assemblies for towing etc; all have been great products with great service and delivery. I would purchase again.



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2015 Chevrolet Sonic

Glad I ordered the DrawTite hitch from etrailer.com great product. Thanks to the installation video it went on easy I didn't even have to jack the car up. The lowest part of the hitch is only 2 3/4 inches below the bumper so clearance will not be affected, it's gonna be great to be able to haul my little utility trailer around



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Chevrolet Sonic

I originally bought my mobility scooter to pull behind my motor home, much handier than a car. Problem was I couldn't very well drive the motor home every time I went to a store just to take my scooter. To my surprise e trailer.com had a custom fit hitch receiver for my Chevy sonic. Fits perfect, super easy installation, very sturdy, works great.



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Just installed this hitch and hooked up my bike rack, went on pretty easy and looks like it will work perfectly. Still, need to connect the wire harness to be able to pull my small trailer for those large items that can not easily fit in the hatchback.

Overall a great product at a great price.



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2013 Chevrolet Sonic

Trailer hitch fit perfectly. The only problem I had was the installation kit came with the wrong size nuts for the bolts. Luckily I had some that were correct.



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2013 Chevrolet Sonic

installation was easy it went just like the installation video.Everything i needed was included everything!the product arrived on time and in excellent condition.i highly recommend this product and etrailer rocks! i will buy from them again!!!



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Took half an hour to install this Draw-Tite 24878 hitch. Did the job on ramps, no lift needed. A perfect fit without any problems. Woulkd easily recommand this product.



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Fit better than expected very happy with it



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2015 Chevrolet Sonic

The hitch came in with no problems at all. Installing it was a breeze just follow the video. I used a small floor jack as a lift and I didn't have to lift the car.
Had it on in less the 30 min.



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2013 Chevrolet Sonic

Install was easy and hitch is working out perfectly.



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The Hitch is awesome and is working great. I've enclosed a pic of what I use it for.
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2016 Chevrolet Sonic

Works perfect for towing my motorcycle, easy enough to install.



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This is the 2nd of two products I ordered through etrailer.com. My level of satisfaction for this trailer hitch is as high as it was for the bicycle carrier I also orderd. The review is going to be just as glowing as the other product. etrailer.com is without question, the best website I've ever seen when it comes to product description and installation instructions. The installation videos are incredible. Thanks to the ease and simplicity of the installation videos, I knew I would have absolutely no problem whatsoever doing the work myself...and I was right. You guys are a class act from the young lady who took my order over the phone to the speed of shipping. I've already referred a co-worker to your site...thank you!

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Abowen2

5/5/2016

Fantastic



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2016 Chevrolet Equinox

The Draw-Tite trailer hitch for our Sonic hatchback installed with no problems and has given us nothing but outstanding service. We just sold the Sonic and now will be looking at the Draw-Tite trailer hitch for a 2016 Equinox ASAP.
Thanks to etrailer.com for great delivery, great instructions and a well built product.

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Rick S.

8/17/2017

Great hitch, my bike rack can be installed it removed within a minute. Fits our Equinox nicely and with the etrailer rubber hitch cover, it always looks great.


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  • Why Won't the Draw-Tite 24878 Hitch Fit the Sedan Model of the 2013 Chevy Sonic?
    Hey Zach. The frames not the issue with the Draw-Tite item # 24878 hitch not fitting the 2013 Chevy Sonic sedan. The issue is the muffler on the sedan is completely different than the hatchback's so there's a mounting bracket in the way and the hitch arcs differently over the exhaust. Since you have the sedan model of 2013 Chevy Sonic, you'll need the Curt Hitch item # C11240. This 1-1/4" hitch is identical in capacity and only fits the sedan models. I attached a couple pictures below...
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  • Class I Trailer Hitch Fitment on a 2019 Chevy Sonic Hatchback
    The Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver # 24878 is a fit for your 2019 Chevy Sonic Hatchback. As of right now (April 2023) the parent company of Draw-Tite was bought out so a lot of their products are in a kind of "limbo" state as everything is reassessed before they start moving forward again - so if you're needing a hitch sooner rather than later, the Curt alternative, part # C11464, is what you'll need to go with. The good news is a few years ago Curt decided to start removing...
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2016 Chevy Sonic Hatchback LT
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  • Recommend Ball mount with High Rise for a 2013 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback
    The distance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the backside of the vertical plate is 2.39". I have attached a photo with the measurement for you as well. In order to determine if this ball mount will work with the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 24878 on your 2013 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback you will need to measure from the center of the hitch pin hole to the outer edge of the bumper. When we installed this hitch on a similar 2014 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback we found...
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  • Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2012 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback
    There are many different styles of bike racks that you can use on your 2012 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback, but due to the spoiler that comes on the rear hatch of your vehicle, I would recommend using a roof or hitch mounted bike rack over a trunk mounted bike rack. The rear spoiler on your vehicle was not designed to support any type of weight and it will be forced to support the weight of a bike rack and bikes when you use a trunk mounted bike rack. Instead, I would recommend looking into...
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  • Trailer Hitch and Wiring for a 2013 Chevy Sonic RS to Tow a Motorcycle
    In order to transport a motorcycle using your 2013 Chevy Sonic RS it will have to be towed on a trailer. The problem is that the bike is too heavy to carry it on a hitch mounted carrier. They do make small trailers designed for motorcycles so you won't need a huge trailer. For a trailer hitch I recommend Draw-Tite model # 24878. The recommended ball mount is # 3590. For a 1-7/8 inch ball I recommend # 19256 and for a 2 inch ball I recommend # 19258. For trailer wiring I recommend # 118640...
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  • What are the Measurements for Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 24878 for a Chevy Sonic Hatchback
    I went out to the warehouse to measure trailer hitch # 24878. The distance between the mounting flanges on the hitch is 28-1/8 inches. The center to center distance from the mounting holes between the flanges is 38-1/2 inches. The front to back distance between the mounting holes on the driver side is 3-3/4 inches on center. And for the passenger side they are 4-1/4 inches apart on center. I have included a picture showing these measurements. This hitch is designed to fit the 2012 to...
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  • Hitch and E-Bike Rack Recommendation for 2015 Chevy Sonic
    For a hitch to carry e-bikes at the rear of your 2015 Chevy Sonic I recommend the Draw Tite part # 24878 as it installs easily, is the most concealed, and can be used with the Thule EasyFold XT part # TH903202 that you referenced to carry two e-bikes. This is the best e-bike rack around and only one that will fit Class I hitches like what fit your Sonic so it's the way to go.
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2017 Chevrolet Sonic LT RS Edition
    This has come up before and our contacts at Draw-Tite have said that trailer hitch # 24878 will fit your 2017 Chevy Sonic LT RS model. If you want to use the hitch for an accessory such as a bike rack or cargo carrier then you have to make sure the accessory is rated for use with a Class I trailer hitch. Also, with a bike rack, you are limited to 2 bikes maximum on a Class I hitch. I have linked the Class I compatible 2-bike racks and cargo carriers for you.
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch For 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
    There were two models of the Chevrolet Sonic lt in 2012. One is a 4-door sedan and the other model is a 5-door hatchback. If you have a 4-door sedan then the trailer hitch I recommend is the Curt part # C11240. This is a Class l trailer hitch and it has a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. For a 5-door hatchback I recommend the Draw-Tite # 24878. This is also a Class l hitch with a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. If you end up with a Curt hitch, Curt requires a stabilizing strap like part...
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  • What Does Draw Tite Hitch 24878 Weigh
    The Draw Tite hitch part # 24878 that you referenced weighs 28 lbs.
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  • Ground Clearance After Installing a Trailer Hitch on a 2014 Chevy Sonic Hatchback
    Trailer hitch # C11240 is for sedan models of the 2014 Chevy Sonic. For your hatchback I recommend # 24878. With this hitch installed it measures 10 inches from the ground to the top of the receiver opening. That means from the ground to the bottom of the receiver is approximately 8-1/2 inches, which isn't much. None of the customers who have reviewed this hitch have indicated any problems with scraping the ground. this is likely due to the short distance between the hitch and the rear...
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  • Does the Draw-Tite # 24878 fit a 2013 Chevy Sonic RS
    I spoke to my contact at Draw-Tite and he confirmed for me that the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 24878 will work on the 2013 Chevy Sonic RS. He said the lower fascia may be different on the RS models but that it did not hang down any further than the non-RS models so it would not be an issue. The lowered suspension does not matter either.
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2013 Chevy Sonic Hatchback
    The Draw-Tite hitch # 24878 is a confirmed fit for your 2013 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you. If you plan on doing some towing the correct ball mount is # 3590 and the correct pin and clip is # PC2. For a 1-7/8 inch ball use # 19256 and for a 2 inch use # 19258. For trailer wiring use # 118640. I have linked instructions for the wiring as well.
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  • Hitch and Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2015 Chevy Sonic for an Electric Bike Weighs 60 lbs
    For a hitch for your 2015 Chevy Sonic you would want the Draw Tite hitch part # 24878 and then for a bike rack you would want the Thule T2 Pro XTR part # TH23JV. This rack has a 60 lb capacity when carrying 1 bike and can accommodate tires that are up to 5 inches in width. I attached a review video for this rack for you to check out as well.
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  • Does Draw Tite Hitch 24878 Fit 2016 Chevrolet Sonic LS Hatchback
    Yes, the Draw Tite hitch part # 24878 is a confirmed fit for your 2016 Chevy Sonic LS hatchback and would work well for you. I prefer the Draw Tite to the Curt hitches for carrying bike racks as they do not require using a stabilizer strap like the Curt hitches do. The most popular bike rack we carry that has been confirmed to fit this vehicle is the Thule Camber 2 part # TH9058. We asked our demo and install guys to name their favorite, most easy-to-use bike racks and this one showed...
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  • Trailer Hitch and Hitch-Mount Bike Rack Recommendations for 2014 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback
    We do offer light-duty 1-1/4-inch hitch receivers for your 2014 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback. These hitches have the capacity to carry 2 bikes on a compatible Class I bike rack. We have a hitch that installs on your hatchback without need for cutting the rear bumper fascia, part # 24878 from Draw-Tite. This hitch requires no drilling and bolts on using included hardware.The installation instructions and an install video are linked for you. With your Class I hitch installed you can choose...
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2016 Chevy Sonic
    If your 2016 Chevy Sonic is a hatchback you would want the Draw-Tite the part # 24878. If you have a sedan you would instead want the Curt part # C11240. I attached install videos for both hitches for you to check out. The most popular bike rack we carry that has been confirmed to fit this vehicle is the Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack part # S64670. This rack has a ton of positive reviews from our customers who have tried it. Check out the review video I attached for more info.
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  • Recommended Hitch Receiver And Bike Rack For 2014 Chevy Sonic
    For your 2014 Chevy Sonic, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" # C11240 if you have a sedan. If you have a hatchback, I recommend the Draw-Tite # 24878. These options are both easy bolt on applications. The Curt hitch requires a support strap # 18050. For a bike rack, I recommend the Swagman XTC-2 2-Bike Platform Rack for 1-1/4" and 2" Trailer Hitches # S64670. This is an adjustable bike rack that will allow many styles and sizes without adapters....
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  • Will Draw-Tite Hitch Fit 2019 Chevy Sonic Hatchback with Aftermarket Exhaust
    The Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver # 24878 is designed around the OEM exhaust of a 2019 Chevy Sonic Hatchback. If you have an aftermarket exhaust you'll likely need to lower a hanger to adjust it a little more so it doesn't make contact with the hitch. Attached is an installation video and a photo of the exhaust with the hitch installed for you to reference.
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  • Draw-Tite Recommendation for a 2014 Chevy Sonic
    If installed according to the installation instructions the exhaust of your 2014 Chevy Sonic would not touch the Draw-Tite so you would not have to worry about that. I attached installation instructions for you to check out. You'll notice that the exhaust will get temporary lowered, but it will get put back in its original location and will not interfere with the hitch. This hitch does not come with a ball mount. To complete your towing setup you may also be interested in the 1-7/8 inch...
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2012 Chevy Sonic Hatchback
    For your 2012 Chevy Sonic hatchback you can use Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 24878. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you to view. The recommended ball mount is # 3590. If you plan to tow, first check the vehicle owners manual for information on towing. For a 1-7/8 inch ball use # 19256 and for a 2 inch ball use # 19258. For trailer wiring use # 118640.
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  • Weight Capacity of Draw-Tite Sportframe Class I Hitch # 24878 on 2012 Chevrolet Sonic Hatchback
    The hitches offered for your 2012 Chevy Sonic Hatchback are all 1-1/4-inch size Class I light-duty hitches. This class of hitch is rated for up to 200-lbs tongue weight (tongue weight is the downward force on a hitch). A Class I hitch can carry 2 bikes maximum. You will just want to ensure that the combined weight of your two bikes plus the weight of the carrier does not exceed the hitch's 200-lb capacity, or the vehicle's. You can check your owners manual on this. You also want to verify...
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