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| Side Application Type Description | Blank |
| Tongue Weight (TW) | 200 LB |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty (One-Year Finish, One-Year Parts) |
| Weight Carrying Capacity (WC) | 2,000 LB |
| Finish | GLOSS BLACK POWDER COAT |
| Main Body Shape | Square |
| Material | Carbon Steel |
| Mount Type Description | Blank |
| Receiver Tube Size | 1-1/4 IN |
| Side Application Type Description | Blank |
| Tongue Weight (TW) | 350 LB |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty (One-Year Finish, One-Year Parts) |
| Drop | 3-1/4 IN |
| Finish | GLOSS BLACK POWDER COAT |
| Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) | 3,500 LB |
| Material | Blank |
| Mount Type Description | Blank |

CURT offers a variety of high-quality trailer hitches and accessories for select vehicle models. Find the perfect fit for your towing needs at TowUniverse.
CURT, a Lippert brand, offers a complete line of towing products and is the leading manufacturer of custom-fit trailer hitches. We offer the broadest selection of custom-fit hitches, and each one is designed, welded, and coated in Wisconsin.
CURT is also a leader in flat towing products, as well as 5th wheel, gooseneck, and weight distribution hitches, ball mounts, electrical components, cargo solutions, and other towing accessories.
For everything from passenger cars and vans to full-size pickups and SUVs, CURT is 'The First Name in Towing Products®.'
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| Year | Make & Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 - 2006 | Scion xA | — |
Yes, Curt hitch 11488 is designed for 2004–2006 Scion xA models only. Do not use on other model years or vehicles.
No. The installation notes explicitly state 'NO DRILLING REQUIRED'. The hitch uses existing weld nuts on the frame rails.
All 10 mm fasteners must be torqued to 48 lb-ft.
Yes, if equipped. Remove tow hooks from both driver and passenger side frame rails before installation and return them to the customer.
Yes. The installation notes recommend lowering the rear exhaust hanger for ease of installation. Reinstall it after the hitch is secured.
Curt hitch 11488 is designed for use with ballmount #55001 or #45501.
The kit includes 4 hex cap screws (HHCS) M10×1.25×35 mm, grade 10.9, zinc-plated (part 10-10298) and 4 conical washers (part 30-00163). These fasteners secure the hitch to the existing weld nuts on the frame rails.
No. Curt hitch 11488 is designed exclusively for 2004–2006 Scion xA models. Installation on other model years is not supported.
Return the tow hooks to the customer. The installation instructions note '(Return to customer.)' after removal from the driver and passenger side frame rails.
Raise the hitch into position and secure it with the four hex bolts and conical washers through the existing weld nuts on the driver and passenger side frame rails. Do not fully tighten at this stage.
1. Remove tow hooks from frame rails if equipped (return to customer). 2. Remove plastic push fasteners from rear bumper fascia straps (reuse later). Lower rear exhaust hanger for ease of installation. 3. Raise hitch into position and secure with hex bolts and conical washers through existing weld nuts. 4. Reinstall rear bumper fascia straps. 5. Torque all 10 mm fasteners to 48 lb-ft and reinstall the exhaust hanger.
Yes. After securing the hitch, reinstall the plastic push fasteners and rear bumper fascia straps that were removed in step 2.
Reinstall the rear exhaust hanger after torquing all fasteners to 48 lb-ft. It is removed temporarily for ease of installation only.
The hitch uses four hex cap screws (HHCS) M10×1.25×35 mm, grade 10.9, zinc-plated (part number 10-10298). These are torqued to 48 lb-ft.
The hitch uses four conical washers, 7/16 inch, zinc-plated (part number 30-00163). These washers are installed with the hex bolts.
The manual does not provide the specific gross load capacity, trailer weight limit, or tongue weight limit for this hitch. Contact Curt Manufacturing or consult your vehicle's owner manual for towing capacity. Do not exceed your vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity.
Periodically check that all fasteners are tight and that all structural components are sound. This maintenance helps ensure safe operation.
Alteration to, misuse of, or improper installation of the hitch voids the warranty. Curt Manufacturing's liability is limited to repair or replacement of defective products and excludes liability for incidental or consequential loss or damage.
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