Does Tow Hook Have To Be Removed For All Trailer Hitches On 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport

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I am inquiring about all trailer hitches for a 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SE. I notice that the Curt hitches require the removal of the tow hooks or tow loops. Do the Drawtite and Hidden Hitch products require the same? Thank you

asked by: Cheng M

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Expert Reply:

I did some research and found that all of the trailer hitches we offer for your 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport require the removal of the tow loop.

I recommend the Curt trailer Hitch, part # C13079. This is a Class lll hitch and has a 2 inch receiver opening. One note from Curt is that all non-trailer loads - bike racks, cargo carriers and so forth - should be supported with stabilizing straps, like part # 18050. Failure to properly support these loads will void your hitch warranty from CURT.

The ball mount kit I recommend for a 2 inch receiver is the etrailer ball Mount Kit, part # 989900. This includes 2 balls, 2 ball mounts, the pin and clip and a handy storage bag. I have attached a link to a product review video for this kit you can check out.

Another hitch that is designed to fit your Outlander is the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch, part # 36509. This is a Class ll hitch and has a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening.

For a 1-1/4 inch receiver I recommend the Class ll Drawbar By Draw-Tite, part # 36051. This ball mount features a 5/8 inch rise or a 1-1/4 inch drop.

For a 1-7/8 inch hitch ball I recommend part # 19256, and for a 2 inch ball I recommend part # 19258.

If you are planning on towing with your Outlander I recommend the Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring, part # 118538. This easily connects to your vehicle wiring behind the tail lights, and then run the hot wire lead up to the battery. this will give you a 4-way trailer connector at the rear of your Outlander.

I have attached links to some of the accessories like bike racks and cargo carriers you can use with the hitch on your Outlander. If you need some more information about any of the items you are interested in let me know and I can make some recommendations.

expert reply by: Jeffrey L

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Answer 1

Although we do not currently carry a trunk mount back rack option that allows you to carry multiple bikes on your 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, I do have another solution that will allow you to carry three bikes. The only trunk mount bike rack…

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Answer 2

As we have not yet had the opportunity to install that particular hitch on a 2011 Outlander, I do not have any exact measurements available for you. However, Curt tells me that when the #C12048 is installed, the top of the receiver will be within 1/2…

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Answer 3

The best way to pick out a fairing is to measure the distance between the feet of the roof rack and go with a fairing length that best matches that distance. The Inno fairings are designed to fit most crossbar shapes so those will be your best…

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Answer 4

Measure the distance between the feet or raised rails on the roof of your vehicle and pick out the Yakima fairing that falls right under that dimension in overall length. We have the part #Y05018 which measures 46 inches long, the part #Y05017 which…

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Answer 5

More than likely you are not going to want a 50" long wind fairing. Odds are that the 50" crossbars you got will overhang the feet slightly and you want the wind fairing to fit in between the mounting feet. The best way to determine what…

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Answer 6

I have both class II and class III trailer hitch options for a 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C12048 for class II and part #C13079 for class III are what I recommend as they are both great bolt-on options…

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Answer 7

All of the available trailer hitches for the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport will have the cross tube and the receiver visible beneath the rear bumper of the vehicle. I have included a link to the installation instructions for Curt hitch #C13079. It…

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Answer 8

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 9

The trailer hitches we offer for the 2011 Mitsubishi RVR will work well on your 2 Wheel Drive vehicle. These hitches do not list fit restrictions listed for 2 wheel drive models of the RVR. The only Class III trailer hitch option for the 2011 RVR is…

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Answer 10

The protective black powder coat finish on a Curt or Draw-Tite hitch like #C13119 does eventually break down from exposure but this is not considered a warranty issue. This normal wear and tear can best be addressed by applying a new layer of…

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Answer 11

Hi John; at this time (11/25/2024) the note still stands for the Trail Edition. You're welcome to try installing the #C13079 on your 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Trail Edition but we can't confirm it will fit. The only way for us to know…

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Answer 12

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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