Installation Difficulty of etrailer Trailer Hitch on 2019 Subaru Outback

Published 02/10/2023

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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"

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Question:

How is your installation difficulty rating graded on the 1-10 scale. Great website and products. Thanks

asked by: Jason

Expert Reply:

Thanks for the nice words, and on a scale of 1-10, the installation difficulty on your 2019 Subaru Outback is rated a 10 for the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e42TR.

This is somewhat subjective, of course, and we have it as a higher rating basically because you have to remove and reinstall the bumper cover and bumper beam, and any time there is a hitch where a bumper removal is required, the difficulty scale is raised. That said, there isn't anything about the install that it requires a professional; so long as you are able to use some basic tools (and have a bit of patience), a DIYer can have the # e42TR done in 2 or 3 hours.

The only other thing I wanted to mention is that if you also plan on doing some towing with your '19 Outback and need a wiring harness, the correct fit is the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118467.

expert reply by: Kyle S