Trailer Hitch Receiver, Wiring, and Cargo Carrier for a 2003 Toyota Matrix XR

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Hello. This is short notice, but I need a hitch receiver and a cargo rack for my trip. My husband and I are not handy in the automotive area, though I can follow instructions and have put together a ton of furniture by myself. I have read that the center fascia on the 2003 Toyota Matrix XR needs removing, but I have no idea what that is. I saw the installation video for a 2009 Toyota Matrix. Would the installation be the same on my model?

asked by: Ruth F

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If you use Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 24812 the center fascia (which is a fancy word for the lower plastic bumper part on your 2003 Toyota Matrix XR) will not have to be removed. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you. There is no mention of having to remove the center fascia.

The installation video for the 2009 model year is a different hitch design and it will not be exactly the same but pretty close.

For a ball mount use # 3593. For a 1-7/8 inch ball use # 19256 and for a 2 inch ball use # 19258. For trailer wiring you can use # 118386.For a cargo carrier I recommend # C18110. It is compatible with Class I trailer hitches.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Thanks for the picture Rich. The BTR E-Z Lube Spindle for 2,000-lb Trailer Axles - 1-1/4" Diameter item #TRU44FR is exactly what you need if your hubs have item #L44649 inner and outer bearings. For a grease seal you'll want item #34823. We…

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Answer 2

We have the perfect trailer hitch that will fit your 2007 Toyota Matrix! The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C12013 has a shipping weight of 18 pounds. The hitch has a bolt-on installation with no welding required. It has a gloss black powder coat…

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Answer 3

I spoke with my contact at Curt and the measurement from where the hitch mounts to the frame down to the top of the receiver is 6.69 inches on Curt trailer hitch #C12013. From the top of the receiver to the bottom is 1-3/4 inches. I have included a…

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Answer 4

Hi Bernie, There is a Curt hitch for the 2003 Toyota Matrix XR, which is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C12013. This is as high as a hitch can get on your Matrix XR, and it'll be right up against that lower fascia like you had previously.

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Answer 5

No, you will not. Draw-Tite Class I Trailer Hitch Receiver, part #24812, is the correct hitch for your 2009 Toyota Matrix. It fits all models including those with rear fascia, and does not require cutting of the fascia. Hidden Hitch Class I Trailer…

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Answer 6

The only trimming or modification required is if your 2008 Toyota Matrix is an XR or XRS model. The installation instructions for Curt Trailer Hitch, #12221, linked below, state that if you do have an XR or XRS model, the lower valance MAY require…

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Answer 7

I went out to the warehouse and examined the Curt Hitch #12221 and #C12013. While they are similar, there is a key difference in the designs. From the top of the mounting brackets on each side of the hitch down to the bottom of the receiver, hitch…

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Answer 8

The Curt Class-II hitch #C12221 has a higher weight rating and would work with your 2009 Toyota Matrix XRS. Draw-Tite #24812 is a Class-I hitch where as the Curt #12221 is a Class-II. The Class-II hitch will have a higher rating than Class-I. But…

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Answer 9

Curt trailer hitch #C12221 would be a good option as long as your 2005 Toyota Matrix is not an XR or XRS model. If it is an XR or XRS model then #C12013 would be the best option for a Curt hitch. These are both Class II hitches which means you have…

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Answer 10

You are definitely on the right track when it comes to not wanting to use an adapter for your bike rack. The only trailer hitches that are a confirmed fit for your 2004 Toyota Matrix have 1-1/4" receivers but if you let me know what bike rack…

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Answer 11

Currently, there are 2 trailer hitches that will fit your 2005 Toyota Matrix XR. One Class-I #24812 (Draw-Tite) and one Class-II #C12013 (Curt). With that said, they are all good products but I would most certainly go with the Class-II Curt hitch…

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Answer 12

All available hitches made for your 2007 Toyota Matrix XR include both Class I and Class II types in the 1-1/4-inch size. All are shown on the linked page. You'll notice all three options, parts # 24812, #C12221 and #C12013, share a very similar…

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