Does the Exhaust Have to Be Lowered to Install the Draw-Tite Hitch 76268 on a 2019 Acura RDX

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Do we have confirmation that you absolutely must lower muffler? In my 2016 RDX, same was stated, but I was able to get it installed without lowering muffler.

asked by: Nick

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According to the installation instructions for the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 76268 which is a fit for your 2019 Acura RDX, the exhaust must be lowered temporarily in order to position the hitch up under the vehicle. If you are able to install the trailer hitch without lowered the exhaust then I would say well done but as this is not what the installation instructions say to do, we must recommend that you lower the exhaust. I took a look through the installation instructions which are attached for you and it looks like the two rear mufflers are in the way of the mounting brackets so I would be surprised if you were able install the hitch without lowering the exhaust.

If you are having or have had trouble removing the exhaust hangers from the rubber isolators then I suggest that you spray the isolators down with some lubricant and then use a large pry tool to pop them loose as this is going to be the easiest method. The special exhaust hanger removal tools will also work but they are not really needed for just a one time install.

Unfortunately, we have not yet had the chance to install the above hitch on a Acura RDX so I don't really have any install tips for you outside of what is listed above and in the installation instructions. I have attached a photo of what the hitch could look like installed for you as well. If you can tell me what you will be using the trailer hitch for then I might have some additional recommendations for you.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Tom F.

4/7/2020

Have a 2019 Acura RDX all wheel drive base model. would like info & pricing on best hitch & best wiring harness have two trailers 1500 pound travel trailer 7 pole & utility trailer 4 flat

Chris R.

4/8/2020

For a hitch I'd definitely go with the Draw-Tite 2" # 76268 and for wiring the Tekonsha T-One # 118800 (if your Acura has the Plus 12V Power Provision) or # 118804 (if it doesn't) will work perfectly to provide you with a 4-way connector. To upgrade this to a fully functional 7-way and 4-Way setup you'll use the Wiring Kit # ETBC7L. Assuming your travel trailer has brakes you will also need to add a brake controller like the excellent Curt Echo # C51180.

Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

Hi Brian; the barbed stem on the #AL64VJ goes down and the donut/protector fits over it.

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Answer 7

The Draw-Tite Class II trailer hitch part #36114 attaches to the RDX frame member using two weld nuts on each side. I've linked the installation instructions for you as a reference. As you can see in the provided photo, the receiver tube does…

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Answer 8

The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part #76268 is a confirmed fit for your 2019 Acura RDX with Advance Package, and will not impede the use of your hands free liftgate sensors in most cases. However, you will need to kick your foot to…

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Answer 9

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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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