Does Exhaust Need to be Lowered to Install Any Trailer Hitch on a 2019 Chevy Equinox

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Hi, is it required on all 2019 front wheel drive equinoxs to lower the exhaust slightly?

asked by: Tyler W

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To install the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 76419 on any 2019 Chevy Equinox (regardless if it's FWD or not) the exhaust must be temporarily lowered. This is actually something that is pretty common when installing a trailer hitch on any vehicle and it sounds more intimidating than it really is. You just need a ratchet straps or some bungee cords to hold the exhaust at that lower point so you can hold the trailer hitch up into place.

For a trailer hitch that doesn't require you to lower your exhaust you can use the Curt # C77FR which has a gloss black powder coat finish.

I have attached installation videos for both trailer hitch styles that you can check out as well as the written instructions for you to reference.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

Both the Curt #C13382 and the etrailer #e98912 hitch are a 2" Class III hitch receiver that will provide a maximum gross trailer weight of 3,500 lbs and a maximum tongue weight of 525 lbs. You are correct, they are an identical hitch but our…

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Answer 2

The Curt #C23FR and etrailer Hitch #e89YR have the same design and specs. The main difference between the two is the powder coat finish. The Curt has a glossy finish while the etrailer hitch has a matte finish. The matte finish gives it more of an…

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Answer 3

Yes, you can use a step bit to open up the frame holes and will want them wide enough to fit your spacers through as a good measure for when you've drilled enough. I have included instructions and a very detailed video that starting at 2:25 shows…

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Answer 4

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 5

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 6

Hi David! There are quite a few hitches offered for your 2026 Honda Odyssey, so I definitely understand wanting to know the differences. There are basically three styles available for you and I have them broken out below: Exposed Crosstube: etrailer…

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Answer 7

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Answer 8

The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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Answer 9

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 10

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Answer 11

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 12

Since wire color codes are NOT universal, we always recommend wiring by function, rather than wire color. If you look at the Trailer Wiring FAQ article I have linked you to, you can see some diagrams showing the proper way to wire a vehicle and…

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