I just installed my drawtite trailer hitch and wiring harness.....well almost..

 

I ran the power wire that goes to the battery under the carpet and got it to under the dash. The problem is, I can't find an access hole to run the wire to the engine compartment. I just quit because it's late and will finish it in the morning. Anyone know if a good access spot to run the power wire? I believe it is a 12g wire. Figured I would ask here to see if anyone ran into this problem. This is the first car I could not find a access spot.

 

Also, the drawtite hitch hangs a lot lower than I thought... Not to happy with design.

 

Thanks,

 

Geo

The 96 - 99 cars had a good spot right where the fuel lines come into the fire wall behind the drivers strut tower. There are 3 lines, but a plug in the firewall with 4 "nipples". Poke a hole in the empty one and feed the wire through.

The 96 - 99 cars had a good spot right where the fuel lines come into the fire wall behind the drivers strut tower. There are 3 lines, but a plug in the firewall with 4 "nipples". Poke a hole in the empty one and feed the wire through.

 

Man,had i known about that spot i would of stopped poking a hole through the grommet for the clutch (or brake) when i would run power for the Amps..

I found a spot. Just below the clutch cylinder was an empty rubber plug. Poked a hole in it and ran the wire there. Ended up above the gas pedal. Worked perfect. I will tow with the Subaru for the first time tomorrow. Still very unhappy with how low the drawtite hitch sits. I have seen way better fitting hitch systems.

 

Thanks for the help.

 

Geo

as long as it is tight and does not wiggle it will be fine. you are not hauling the queen mary.

Right on, near where the clutch is/would be there is a nice large plugged hole. In the Subaru service manual, I did see one time where they mentioned using this hole as part of a diagnostic procedure. I think it was to run a transmission pressure gauge through it to be able to watch it while driving on the auto trans. Maybe that was the hole for the clutch pedal I am thinking of since mine's an auto.

I know Im not towing the Queen Mary, but it just looks horrible compared to other systems I have seen.

 

Hm...yah it does kind of leave all its junk hanging out there doesn't it. Perhaps a small set of gold colored truck nuts would dress it up?

I think the the truck nuts would dress it up nicely..!

RE: truck nuts

 

i saw a large diesel pick up the other day with connecting rods and pistons hanging down off the hitch. it was a first for me.

I think the the truck nuts would dress it up nicely..!

 

I completely agree!

No that is a set of danglers...