How to Add 7-Way to 2013 Volvo XC70
Updated 11/03/2025 | Published 01/06/2025
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It looks like my 2013 xc70 has a curt hitch on it. Your video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AKbTrNJPK34 shows the bumper cover moved outward by the thickness of the mount. How does this affect the fit of the complete bumper cover to the car? How do I add a 7 pin mount to this hitch?
asked by: Steve Y
Expert Reply:
Hi Steve; the Curt # 13266 doesn't change the fitment of the bumper cover. Everything still fits as intended and looks the same once the installation is complete. The little bit of extra material doesn't impact anything in a negative way. If you don't already have a 4-way you will need to add one using the # C56386. Once you have a 4-way installed you will need the # ETBC7 you were looking at to upgrade to a 7-way.
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Robin H.
11/3/2025
Hey Steve, how did things go adding the 7-way wiring to your XC70 with the Curt hitch? Your update could make it easier for others setting up the same wiring combo.