CURT 13002 Class 3 Trailer Hitch, 2-Inch Receiver, Fits Select Cadillac SRX

I purchased this for my 2010 Cadillac SRX AWD. The hitch fits perfectly under the vehicle and the quality is excellent. The installation was straightforward and lined right up with the factory holes. Because the car has 58k miles and some corrosion in the bolt hole threads built up I chose to use a metric tap and die set, 12mm x 1.75 metric pitch on the factory threads under the vehicle to clean them up before installing the new bolts.it made the installation go smoothly. Everything lined up as it should and the bolts threaded in with no troubles. I did the installation by myself although a second set of hands would be helpful. Starting with removing the plastic hitch cover plate (two Philips screws) on the lower valance of the rear bumper, then removing the two xmas tree clips on both sides of the lower rear valance that attach it to the metal bumper frame, sliding the hitch one end at a time between the valance and bumper, then aligning the two center bolts, finger tighten them loosely, aligning each end and start those bolts loosely, then tightening the center first and ends last worked well for me. Total Installation took approximately an hour in the garage on jack stands. Having to tap and die the threads in the frame took me about 15 minutes and made the installation go very smoothly. I am very happy with the fit and finish of the hitch. I would purchase another CURT hitch if needed.

Easy to install works great

The nuts that are part of the frame needed to be chased because of rust, the hitch fit perfectly. Start with the center bolt to hold the hitch loosely than bolt up the drivers side next.

If you want to expand the usefulness of your SRX, this is a cheap and easy upgrade. The four pin wiring harness is also available for cheap. The SRX already has the wiring run to the area. You just have to connect a ten inch long wiring harness.As for this hitch, it slides into place easily and comes with all the bolts to connect it to your frame. There are YouTube videos that show how to unscrew and loosen the plastic molding to slide the hitch into place.In order to make your vehicle look clean, I recommend trimming your center bumper molding and putting it back on the vehicle. I forgot to take a picture of the molding after I trimmed it. But it's pretty easy to measure. I went one inch inside the 'ribs' of the molding for about 5 inches and then rounded the corners to where the hitch is. You can see the piece I cut out for reference. Just keep your Dremel on low speed so you don't melt the plastic. Do a light etching cut on your first pass then work it deeper along your lines. Finish up by flipping the piece over and cutting any remaining areas.

Very tight fit that why only a 4. Had to use a 3lbs hammer and block plus a hydraulic jack to push it into alignment. What worked the best was putting front two bolts in first. Also be sure to connect trailer wiring adapter before installing this product as you can't reach it later.

No issues with fit. No misaligned holes or other such issues as reported in other reviews. Fit the 2011 SRX to a tee.I did buy the 10 piece wire brush set from Amazon, as I learned my lesson on other installs regarding dirt in the factory threads. A few minutes with the brush through the factory holes (wear glasses!) and the grit came out and the bolts went in.I did not like the gap left after the required removal of the factory plastic plate covering the hitch area. So after the install I took a cut off wheel to the factory cover and re-installed it for a much better look. Downside is it takes a bit more finesse to install the cotter pin into the hitch pin. But it looks hella better.

EZ installation very well-made product

The installation was extremely simple. The two center bracket bolt holes on each side of the receiver were just slightly offset. I set the end (passenger side) on the side with extra space in those holes on a block of wood, and smacked the other end (driver's side) one time with a sledge hammer. All of the holes lined up perfectly afterwards. The CURT 56096 for SRX just plugs into a factory trailer wiring connector directly above where the receiver protrudes past the bumper, just about centered under the vehicle. Just pop out the factory cover, and plug in the trailer connector wiring harness, and you are done. Some blue loctite on the bolts and some silicon grease in the electrical connect isn't a terrible idea. The included bolts are metric, but a 3/4" 6pt. socket fits perfectly for installation.

Fit perfect, easy to install!

Me hubiera gustado que viniera en una caja y no solo con plastico

Great buy. So far so good after installation and use with a hitch shelf/rack. Got it installed by my dealership for a cadillac 2012 srx but I know I saved on the online purchase. No complaints about product. Highly recommended.

Installation bolts were a little too long. Holes aligned perfect

A nice hitch but like many other reviews the holes did not line up properly. I got it to go but had to drill a bit..good quality and a nice hitch tho otherwise.