How to Install a Trailer Hitch on a Chevrolet Equinox (2020-2022)
Adding a trailer hitch to a Chevrolet Equinox requires only a few tools, a Draw-Tite CQT76419 trailer hitch, and a short amount of time to complete the installation. This trailer hitch and installation process will work for Chevrolet Equinox model years 2020-2022.
Follow these basic steps to begin hauling trailers and other kinds of hitch-mounted accessories for your Chevrolet Equinox today.
Tools Needed:
- Safety Glasses
- T15 Torx Bit
- 15mm Rachet
- Exhaust Strap
- Exhaust Removal Pliers
- Power Drill
- Torque Wrench
- 18mm Socket
Chevrolet Equinox Hitch Installation Steps
1. Lower Exhaust
Our first step in this hitch installation process will be to remove two screws located underneath the bumper using a T15 Torx Bit. Following this we will be lowering the vehicle’s exhaust. Before detaching it from the frame, we will install a support strap to prevent the exhaust from falling. Once the strap is in place we can detach the exhaust from its rubber retainer and remove its two bolts using a 15mm ratchet.
2. Install Provided Hardware
Now with the exhaust out of the way, we can begin to install our hardware. There are three attachment points on each side of the vehicle’s frame where we will be installing a carriage bolt and spacer by using fish wire.
3. Raise Hitch Into Place
With the underbody of the vehicle prepped, we can now raise our hitch into its proper position. While raising the hitch we will pull all of our fish wires through the corresponding attachment points on the hitch.
4. Install and Torque Nuts and Washers
Next we can install the remaining pieces of the provided hardware. For this process, we will be removing the fish wire from each bolt and applying a conical tooth washer and nut. Once installed we will tighten each bolt with an 18mm socket. After this we will torque all the hardware to the manufacturer’s specifications.
5. Re-install Exhaust
Now with our hitch successfully installed we can raise our exhaust back into place and re-install its brackets.
You should now have your trailer hitch installed on your Chevrolet Equinox.
How Much Does It Cost to Add a Hitch for a Chevrolet Equinox?
The price range of a hitch for a Chevrolet Equinox ranges from $150 to $200. U-Haul carries several different classes of hitches and offers different sizes to accommodate both 1¼ to 2-inch receivers. U-Haul offers both installation services at a local U-Haul Moving Center® and will ship your hitch to your home.
How Much Does a Hitch for a Chevrolet Equinox Cost?
Installation costs are normally $100 to $200 but you should check with your local U-Haul Moving Center® as prices can differ based on location, the hitch model you are installing, and your vehicle. All U-Haul Moving Centers can install a hitch to your vehicle and with over 1,500 U-Haul centers throughout the country, you can have your hitch installed and be back on the road in no time.
All trailer hitches sold and installed at a U-Haul Moving Center® come with the option of a lifetime warranty plan guaranteed to replace your hitch with no limitation for any damage, including collision, corrosion, accidental overload, jackknifing, and vehicle theft.
Chevrolet Equinox Hitch Prices
How Long Does It Take to Install a Hitch on a Chevrolet Equinox?
Installation takes anywhere from 1 to 2 ½ hours depending on the hitch being installed and your vehicle. We recommend making an online appointment from our website to accommodate your busy schedule. In addition, U-Haul service centers offer an extensive line of towing accessories (Ball mount, Hitch ball, Pin, and Clip, Wiring) to help you safely tow your boat, camper, or trailer.
Do You Need a Wiring Kit for a Chevrolet Equinox?
If you are planning to tow a trailer or camper with brake lights, running lights, and turn signal, you will want a wiring kit to power the lights on your trailer. The most common lighting harness comes in a 4 pin and 7 pin connector. The 4- way connector has basic lighting functions (running lights, brake lights, turn signal) while the 7-way connector adds a 12-volt circuit, circuit for electric trailer brakes, and reverse lights. U-Haul offers both 4-way and 7-way connectors. Find out which option is best for your Chevrolet Equinox.