sjt0017

There are a lot of trailer hitch upgrade threads out there, so I wanted to make this known to the masses that there's a junkyard in Michigan that has 3 OEM trailer hitches available for $200+shipping!

I just did this upgrade myself, do not be scared of a DIY on this type of project - this is one of the easiest projects I've done on all 3 of the Cayennes I've owned.
If you have a set off torx bits, a socket wrench, and a plastic panel remover, you can do this in an afternoon no problem BY YOURSELF (and save a ton of money while doing it!). The tail lights, trunk skid plate, and bumper are very easy to take off and reinstall.


http://www.augustpohl.com/part-lookup/
You'll have to select year, make, model, and "trailer hitch/tow hook" in the drop down menu, then on the next page adjust the years to 2011-2014 and it will show all 3 hitches.

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Harness purchased from VW for $288
https://www.vwpartsnowonline.com/oem...IFJlc3VsdHM%3D

DAVfoto

hmm, good call, I'll look into this

slavie

You don't have to go to that particular seller's side - they're using nationwide inventory site car-part.com.
http://car-part.com/
Go there, enter your part/location, and it'll show you all the parts listed by the dismantlers in your area. I see hitches starting at $100 in my area. Call around and you may be able to source the whole package - hitch, wiring, control module.

DAVfoto

Weird as I just checked the main website and only one hitch is available, and it's a uhaul/curt hitch. in MI

Edi:t nevermind, had to adjust all years and finally they came up.