Trailer Hitch Receiver And Vehicle Wiring Harness For a 2022 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Signature

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I just bought the Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Signature which replaces the Grand Touring. It was mentioned in the description for the trailer hitch that a bottom piece had to be permanently removed to install the hitch. Does that apply to this model? If yes, can you be a bit more descriptive on the piece to be removed permanently?

asked by: Dom S

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I have linked an installation video below for an installation we did on a 2022 Mazda CX-5 with the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98902. In the video it shows the under fascia being remove as well as the wiring harness connections being removed from both the drivers and passenger sides of the frame. You will likely have the fascia and if your 2.5 Turbo Signature does not have the harness there will be plastic plugs that will need to be removed. A Trim Removal Tool # ALL648544 will make removing the plugs easier.

The Vehicle Wiring Harness # C45FV will allow you to install a functioning 4-way flat connector.

This will be needed for towing most trailers to operate the trailer lights. You can also use this for Auxiliary Lights # C53201 in the event your hitch mounted accessory impairs the view of the tail lights on Mazda.

expert reply by: Bud M

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Answer 1

Hey Patrick, thanks for the pictures! I recommend checking to see if Mazda included the towing fuses on your 2024 CX-5. The foreign manufacturer's have been shipping out newer vehicles without these fuses to save on overall costs. You'll want…

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Hey Jessica! The differences in your 2024 Mazda CX-5 Turbo Signature don't impact hitch fitment. For a hitch I recommend the etrailer #e98902. This Class III hitch has a bolt-on installation and comes with a limited lifetime warranty. It also…

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Answer 3

That's a great question Richard and thanks for the kind words! It's an error that I'll get someone to check on. Our etrailer Hitch item #e98902 is going to have the same installation process and difficulty as the Curt item #C13315.…

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Answer 4

Absolutely! For your 2021 Mazda CX-5 there are a few different Class III Trailer Hitch options, the Draw-Tite #76138, the Curt #C13315, the etrailer #e98902, and lastly the #EH68VR. Starting with the similarities each of these hitches has a hidden…

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Answer 5

Hey Brock congrats on the new vehicle! To tow a small trailer with your 2025 Mazda CX-5 you're going to need a hitch, a wiring harness, a couple of mounting brackets, and a ball mount kit. The best hitch for your CX-5 is going to be the etrailer…

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Answer 6

Hey Larry, for your 2022 Mazda CX-5 I would recommend the etrailer hitch part #e98902 as it's mostly hidden with only the hitch opening hanging below the rear bumper and also it has great towing capacities. Will you be towing a trailer or is this…

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Answer 7

The best hitch for a 2024 Mazda CX-5 is the etrailer item #e98902. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Mazda with included hardware. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Mazda with included hardware. The etrailer hitch item #e98902 is a…

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Answer 8

Hey Dale. Depending on the type of vehicle and the skill level of the installer it should take 3-6 hours to install the Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Braking System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes item #DM86VR.

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Answer 9

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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