Recommended Hitch for a 2018 Audi Q7 and Installation Instructions

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Do you recommend cutting the bumper the same way if the vehicle is equipped with a hands free ,kick to open, tailgate?

asked by: Brian S

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I sure do! The instructions for the Curt Trailer Hitch item # C13277 detail in step 7 and 8 how to trim the bumper of your 2018 Audi Q7 and avoid the sensors for the lift gate. I have linked them below.

If you are planning on towing you will also need a wiring harness item # C59236 and a ball mount kit item # C45534.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Yes, you can add a 7-Way trailer connector to your 2012 Audi Q7. The first part you will need is a 4-Way wiring harness. I recommend #119250KIT because with it you will not have to cut and splice into the vehicle wiring to install it. Then to add a…

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Answer 2

Hello Brian, You're running into trouble with the Tekonsha #119250KIT trailer wiring kit on your 2023 Audi Q7 because the tail light wiring is different from the 2018 Q7 shown in the installation video. Your Q7 has 5 wires going to each tail…

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I have a solution for your 2020 Audi Q7 but you are going to have to do some cutting of a lower trim fascia. I recommend the etrailer 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver item #e88KR. This hitch receiver is custom fit to your vehicle and requires no…

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Answer 4

Thanks for the picture! The Curt Trailer Hitch item #C13277 you referenced is confirmed to fit your 2017 Audi Q7. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Audi with included hardware. To be level you will typically want your ball mount to be within…

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We have the Curt hitch part #C13277 as a confirmed fit for your 2022 Audi Q7 which does not require drilling to install and is mostly hidden. Then for trailer wiring the Curt #C59236 is a confirmed fit as well.

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Answer 6

Yes, you can install a brake controller in your 2016 Audi Q5 but there are some additional items you will need. The vehicle will need to be equipped with a 7-Way trailer connector and the first step to do that is to install a 4-Way trailer connector.…

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We do sell some wiring harness options for your 2019 Audi Q7 and we can get you to a 7-Way round style that works with your RV plug. To start off we have the #C59236 which splices into your OEM wiring or the ZCI Wiring #119250KIT which clamps around…

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Answer 9

While there are no major modifications or drilling required you will need to trim a small portion of the rear bumper fascia on your 2022 Audi Q7, for the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13277 to fit. I have a included an image that shows where the…

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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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