How to Install a Trailer Hitch on a Hyundai Santa Cruz
Adding a trailer hitch to a Hyundai Santa Cruz requires only a few tools, a CMF 13486 trailer hitch, and a short amount of time to complete the installation. This trailer hitch and installation process will work for the Hyundai Santa Cruz model years 2022 - 2024.
Follow these basic steps to begin hauling trailers and other kinds of hitch-mounted accessories for your Hyundai Santa Cruz today.
Tools needed:
- Safety Glasses
- Exhaust Strap
- Exhaust Pliers
- Cordless Driver
- Torque Wrench
- 19mm and 12mm Sockets
- Angled Socket
2022-2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz Hitch Installation Steps
1. Lower Spare Tire
To start our hitch installation process we will need to drop the vehicle’s spare tire. Using our 12mm socket we will remove the spare tire carrier nut which is located on the passenger side of the vehicle.
2. Lower the Exhaust
After lowering the spare tire, we will now look to lower the exhaust as well. But before we do, we will be sure to install our exhaust strap to support it. Once our strap is in place, we will be using our exhaust pliers to remove each exhaust hanger.
3. Raise Hitch Into Position
With our spare tire and exhaust lowered, we can now raise the hitch into its proper position.
4. Install Hardware
After our hitch is in position, we can now install the provided hardware to secure it to the vehicle’s frame. We will be installing three bolts with a washer to the attachment points on each side of the vehicle.
5. Tighten and Torque Hitch
With the hitch in place, we can now tighten and torque it according to the manufacturer’s specifications to properly secure it to the vehicle’s frame. We will be using our 19mm socket and the angled socket for the bolts located on the inside of the frame.
6. Raise Exhaust and Spare Tire
Now that our hitch is installed, we will complete this process by re-installing the lowered exhaust and lowered spare tire from our previous steps.
You should now have your trailer hitch installed on your Hyundai Santa Cruz.
How Much Does it Cost to Add a Hitch for a 2022-2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz?
The price range of a hitch for a Hyundai Santa Cruz ranges from $290 to $320. 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 2022-2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz 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.
Hyundai Santa Cruz Hitch Prices
How Long Does it Take to Install a Hitch on a 2022-2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz?
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 2022-2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz?
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 Hyundai Santa Cruz.
Wiring Kits for 2022-2024 Hyundai Santa Cruz