Curt Trailer Hitch C11085 Installation Difficulty on 2013 Acura TSX Sportswagon
Updated 06/08/2016 | Published 06/07/2016
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Hey, so we have an Acura TSX Sportswagon 2013 and liked the hitch C11085. Install time 1 hour it says. What evidence do you have that it takes just one hour? Judging by the kit, it should be pretty fast especially since we do not need any wire, since we will ONLY have a bike rack on it....2 bolts, 1 double bold and 4 nuts....Sounds more like 25 minutes if one has a car lift platform or? Thanks.
asked by: Peter H
Expert Reply:
Curt rates this hitch install as a 6-out-of-10 in difficulty level. For an experienced installer they indicate 45-minutes install time. For first-time hitch installers, plan on twice that to be safe. The linked instructions detail the process and also list the tools required, which also include a torque wrench like # PTW3001C. All hardware is included. I linked a helpful article with tips for an easier hitch installation and a video for a 2011 Accord.
The Class I trailer hitch from Curt that fits your 2013 Acura TSX Sportswagon, part # C11085, requires for installation that you enlarge some access holes, temporarily lower the exhaust (for more clearance) and trim the heat shield before re-installing it. These steps are not unusual and are required for many car-and-hitch combinations.
Please note that you will need to use a Class I bike rack of up to 2-bike capacity. This hitch can only handle the weight of 2 bikes so you need to choose a 1-1/4-inch rack that is rated for use in a Class I hitch. I linked our main page for all such racks, like the Swagman XC 2-Bike Platform Rack # S64650.
Note also that Curt requires you to use a support strap # 18050 when using the hitch with any non-trailer load, such as a bike or cargo carrier, to maintain your hitch warranty.
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