Recommended Trailer Hitch and Wiring for 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe with Spare Tire Under Vehicle

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2011 HYUNDAI SANTA FE: Aside from the mentioned cutting of the fascia, does either of the two hitches, Curt or Draw Tite, allow the spare tire more room for easier removal? Also, how can I determine if vehicle came with tow ready wiring or not? thanks

asked by: DON S

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Both the Curt Class III Round Tube Receiver Hitch # C13073 and Draw-Tite Class III Max Frame Receiver Hitch # 75684 are confirmed to fit your 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe as long as it does not have the dual exhaust. Because of its cross tube design, the Curt Class III # C13073 is going to allow for easier access to the spare tire mounted under the vehicle. I have attached a couple of images so you can better see the comparison between the two hitches.

The Curt Hitch is a great option for your Santa Fe and will provide you with a 2 inch receiver opening and a 3,500 pound towing capacity. I have also attached an installation video on your vehicle that you can use for reference. Please just note that Curt does require the use of stabilizing straps like # 18050 with non-trailer loads such as bike racks and cargo carriers.

The contents that comprise a factory tow package can differ greatly between manufacturers and vehicle models. Because of this, the easiest and most accurate way to determine if your Santa Fe has the factory tow package is to simply visit your local Hyundai dealer with your VIN. They will be able to run this and tell you exactly what was installed at the factory and what your vehicle is equipped with.

If you find that you do not have the tow package, I recommend the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118415. This custom-fit harness will connect to built-in ports located behind the trim panels on the driver and passenger side of your vehicle. If you do have the tow package, you will instead want the Curt T-Connector # C56346, which will plug in under the vehicle on the driver side.

In order to tow a trailer, you will also need a ball mount. I have attached an article that explains how to choose the best one for your trailer, along with a link that will take you to our available selection.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Answer 1

The converter box for Curt wiring harness #C56346 was indeed meant to be mounted outside of the vehicle, underneath where it will be away from tire spray and the elements in general. If I may quote the instructions which I have also linked: Adhere…

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Answer 2

This is a fairly common problem when fitting a new trailer hitch on a vehicle that has seen a couple winters. Over time, your vehicles frame, in this case your 2011 Kia Sorento, will attract dirt, salt, road grime, etc. These materials will clog up…

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Answer 3

With any trunk-mounted bike rack like the Thule Passage 2 Bike Carrier #TH910XT that fits your 2011 Kia Sorento, the rear hatch cannot open with the rack on the car, you would need to take it off first. If you wanted to use a bike rack that would…

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Answer 4

Curt offers a round tube Class III receiver, part #C13073, but to satisfy their warranty requirements, a stabilizer strap #18050 needs to be used for non-trailer loads like a bike rack or cargo carrier. If you intend on only using the receiver for…

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Answer 5

The Curt Class III Trailer Hitch #C13073 that you reference will require the heat shield to be trimmed. As you noted, there may be holes in the heat shield to access the existing holes in the frame, but the heat shield needs to be trimmed so that the…

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Answer 6

I will be happy to help you out. First, for a trailer hitch, since you want to carry 3 to 4 bikes I recommend going with the sturdier Class III trailer hitch with a 2 inch receiver because of the strength and versatility. Draw-Tite trailer hitch…

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Answer 7

For a hitch, I'd recommend going with the Draw-Tite Class III hitch, part #75684 instead of the Curt hitch you mentioned. The Curt hitch warranty requirements state that a stabilizing strap like part #18050 must be used for non trailer loads like…

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Answer 8

The Curt Discovery Trailer Brake Controller, #C84VV, and the Custom Wiring Adapter, #C51446, will work on your 2013 Dodge Durango without splicing as long as your Durango came with a factory 7-way trailer connector at the trailer hitch. The 7-way…

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Answer 9

The installation for the Curt Trailer Hitch, #C13073, is somewhat easy if you have experience installing hitches or have basic mechanical abilities. The main obstacles that you will encounter during the installation is lowering the exhaust and…

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Answer 10

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 11

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 12

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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