[buckfifty]

I'm thinking of getting the oem hitch for the EX-L and was wondering if anyone has gone and done it on their own? Also, it doesn't state on the bernardi site, what size is the receiver? Mostly will be used to mount a bike rack. Thanks

 

[WayneP]

The receiver is 2x2, make sure you order the replacement rear valence.

 

[buckfifty]

The receiver is 2x2, make sure you order the replacement rear valence.

The trailer hitch comes with it doesn't it? Thanks

 

[secutanudu]

The trailer hitch comes with it doesn't it? Thanks

It does come with it. I had mine put on at the dealership at the time of purchase, and that's what they told me.

In fact, they said you cannot buy the valance on its own...you have to get it with the hitch.

 

[DudeCS]

See this thread.

 

[Lineman003]

I have bought the factory hitch and installed it. It’s fairly simple to put the hitch on. But if you have automatic hatch opener then it becomes a pain. You have to have an additional part for $130.00 and you lose all motion on left side of vehicle to just just a small section on the right side. Had I know all that before I got started I probably would have just left it alone and not had the hitch.

 

[buckfifty]

I got a compatible Curt hitch off etrailer instead. Pretty easy to install, hold in place and screw in. It's a bit heavy so definitely need 2-3 people for the job