Is Trimming of the Vehicle Required When Installing a Trailer Hitch on a 2008 Toyota Matrix

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will the installation of curt 12221 hitch on my 2008 Matrix be free of any cutting of my car trim. Should i choose a differant brand for better fit and no triming? Thank you

asked by: Keith

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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 trimming. All of the available trailer hitches have similar disclaimers; that trimming MAY be required.

If you plan on doing some towing, the trailer hitch comes with the required ball mount. You can use hitch ball # 19256 (1-7/8 inch diameter) or # 19258 (2 inch diameter). For trailer wiring, you will need T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector, # 118386. I have included a link to the installation details below.

All non-trailer loads require stabilizing straps, # 18050, per Curt warranty requirements.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

The trailer hitch options for a 2006 Toyota Matrix XR are the Draw-Tite Sport Frame Receiver Hitch part #24812 and the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C12013 which both have a 1-1/4" receiver tube opening. I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch…

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Answer 3

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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Answer 4

The instructions (see link below) state that the drawbar must be used in the rise position only, for your Pontiac Vibe. Drawbar 3593 has a rise of 2-1/8 inches, and only the drawbar recommended for a Class I hitch should be used. The manufacturer…

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Answer 5

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 6

The trailer hitch I recommend for your 2004 Matrix is the Curt, part #C12221. This is a Class ll hitch and it has a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. Per Curt all non-trailer loads - bike racks, cargo carriers and so forth - should be supported with…

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Answer 7

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 8

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 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

Yes, you are correct the differences are that on #C12221 the heat shield modification may be required, and lower fascia may need to be trimmed for hitch installation. On the #C12013 a heat shield modification may be required. It does not need a…

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Answer 11

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…

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Answer 12

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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Is Trimming of the Vehicle Required When Installing a Trailer Hitch on a 2008 Toyota Matrix

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