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- 2013 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring AWD, 2012 Mazda3 i Grand Touring
The trailer wiring harness hasn't changed for the 2013 model, it's the same as previous years.
For your purposes, no harness.
Curt is easier to install, in general.
Hidden Hitch has QC problem. In many cases, the big gap makes it difficult to install.
If you do want the harness, for 2010+ model, Mazda has pre-wiring to the cargo bay (in front of rear bumper). The harness is an easy plug-n-play.
For earlier models, you need to run wires to the battery.
For your purposes, no harness.
Curt is easier to install, in general.
Hidden Hitch has QC problem. In many cases, the big gap makes it difficult to install.
If you do want the harness, for 2010+ model, Mazda has pre-wiring to the cargo bay (in front of rear bumper). The harness is an easy plug-n-play.
For earlier models, you need to run wires to the battery.
Thanks againNo. Only need to if you get the Mazda 1 1/4" hitch.
I installed my Mazda OEM harness last night. No big problem except I had to cut the grommet to get the Keyless Entry wire in. The Keyless wire was not really a problem but I had another wire with a rather large connector that would not fit through the grommet. I don't know what it was for, but it was taped to the Keyless Entry wire.
My Draw-Tite hitch goes on tonight.
Installed a Hidden Hitch Class III and the Mazda OEM wiring harness on my 2009 CX-9 GT AWD today. I figured I would post pics to share.
Mazda OEM hitch harness part number is: 0000-8E-N13. $61 plus shipping at http://www.mazda-parts-dealer.com This harness should work on 2009/2010 CX-9s all AWD models and FWD GT models.
UPDATE 5/17: Mazda OEM hitch wiring harness install instructions are attached to the bottom of this post. NOTE: The instructions say the harness connector is on the driver side. I found it on the passenger side, so I installed the hitch module near the tire jack, instead of over by the driver side storage bin. (This actually made the install much easier, I only had to remove the storage compartment and the rear threshold plate)
The hitch install is easy - 6 bolts. Used a hydraulic jack to hold it in place while installing the bolts. etrailer.com has a video if people want to see the install
Remove 2 plastic push nuts in the bottom of the storage tray and the whole tray comes out.