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  • Transmission Cooler Recommendation to Replace a Faulty Cooler in a 2006 Nissan Xterra
  • Aftermarket transmission coolers are typically marketed as supplemental coolers, not replacement coolers. If you are looking to replace your OEM transmission cooler due to a leaky or damaged cooler, then you will want to install the largest transmission cooler that will fit in the space available. The ideal place to install this cooler would be in front of the AC condenser or radiator to allow for adequate air flow. I would recommend looking at the Derale Series 9000 Plate-Fin Cooler,...
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  • Is a Module Needed To Safely Install Trailer Lighting on a 2007 Nissan Xterra
  • Your local mechanic is more than likely correct. Newer vehicles have sensitive components and thinner wires than ever before and adding trailer wiring that is powered by the vehicle wiring can overload the wires or sensitive circuitry and cause any number of problems. The solution to your dilemma is a Modulite powered wiring harness. This type of harness is designed so that it uses the signal from the vehicle wiring to activate the trailer wiring functions, but the power is provided for...
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  • Adding a Brake Controller to a 2006 Nissan Xterra with 4-Way Trailer Connector
  • If your 2006 Nissan Xterra came with a factory 4-Way trailer connector then you might be able to use harness # 118266 to add a 7-Way. Then you would use brake controller wiring harness # 3050-P to plug in your P3 brake controller # 90195. However, it is possible that not all the wiring is present from the front of the vehicle to the rear to install the 7-Way and/or brake controller. The safe bet is to use installation kit # ETBC7 only and not the 118266 or 3050-P. The ETBC7 will allow...
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  • Parts Needed To Wire Redarc Trailer Brake Controller To a 2010 Nissan Xterra
  • To install the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller # RED24FR in your 2010 Nissan Xterra you will first need to determine how the 7-way connector that you have on your vehicle is wired. If it connects to the factory connectors already on the back of your Xterra like the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118266, then you will only need the Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness # RED39FR. For a universal style 7-way that does not connect to the factory connectors you will either need to replace...
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  • Which 4-Way Wiring Harness for 2005 Nissan Xterra SE Wiring
  • To find the correct wiring harness for your 2005 Nissan Xterra, you would need to know whether or not the vehicle has a tow package installed. To find this out for certain, you could check your paperwork for the vehicle or call the dealer with your VIN. If you do NOT have the tow package either part # 43605 or 118263 could be used, but in order to use # 118623 in the Xterra without the tow package, a relay that would be obtained from your Nissan dealer would need to be installed. If you...
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  • Are Pigtails Available from the Tow Ready Part # 118267 for a 2010 Nissan Xterra
  • The Replacement Wiring Harness # 118267 is actually a piece of a few different wiring combinations for your 2010 Nissan Xterra (like part # 118266 for example). This is a whole wiring harness and unfortunately isn't offered in pigtails so you will need to get the whole kit. On the bright side you will be getting a whole new wiring harness with a brand new 7-Way connector from one of our most reliable wiring manufacturers so you know it will last.
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  • Wiring Tail Lights on a 2005 Jeep Wrangler to Tow behind a 2008 Nissan Xterra
  • We have exactly what you are looking for. The Tail Light Isolating Diode System with Wiring Harness, part # 38955, is used when you want the towed vehicle lighting system to work with the tow vehicle. There is also a video on how to install the kit that I have linked below.
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  • Replacement Hardware for Curt Trailer Hitch on 2004 Nissan Xterra
  • To order the exact hardware originally included with hitch # 13183 use part # RHK. Just choose Curt from the drop down and enter the hitch's part number and the hardware will be the original hardware. I've also linked an install video and the install details which lists the originally hardware piece by piece.
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  • How to Determine if a 2009 Nissan Xterra has a Factory Tow Package to Add Trailer Wiring
  • The easiest and definitive way to determine if your 2009 Nissan Xterra has a factory tow package is to give the VIN to a dealership and have them determine what options it came with from the factory. Another way would be to use a circuit tester, like # PTW2993 if needed, and test the factory connection point under the vehicle. It should show signals when the brakes are applied, lights are turned on, and turn signals engaged. However, even if it shows signals, it does not necessarily...
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  • Parts Needed to Add a Trailer Brake Controller and 7-Way Connector to a 2011 Nissan Xterra
  • To add a 7-Way trailer connector and a brake controller you will need # ETBC7 and the brake controller itself. Since your 2011 Nissan Xterra did not come with a factory 7-Way, a brake controller will need to be hardwired in. The ETBC7 kit comes with everything you will need, minus the brake controller, to set the vehicle up properly. Since at most you will have 4 brake assemblies you will use the 20 amp circuit breaker that is included with the ETBC7. The 30 amp one will not be used and...
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  • Availability of Plug-in Trailer Wiring Harness without Factory Tow Package on 2014 Nissan Xterra
  • For a 2014 Nissan Xterra you can use wiring harness # C56225, which you have referenced. This is the correct harness for an Xterra that did not come with a factory 4-Way or 7-Way trailer connector. The relays will be needed for the activation of the trailer wiring. I have included a link to a video showing a typical installation and a link to the installation instructions.
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  • Converting a 4-Way Trailer Connector From a 7-Way Connector on a 2014 Nissan Xterra
  • The relays for a 7-way trailer connector are the same that you already have for your 4-way. To add a 7-way you can use # 118267 on your 2014 Nissan Xterra.
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  • What is the Correct Trailer Wiring Harness for a 2007 Nissan Xterra without a Tow Package
  • For your 2007 Nissan Xterra, I recommend the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness, # C56225, that you have referenced. This harness includes the relays that can be found in the factory tow package wiring, and it is wired similarly as the factory tow package because it includes a jumper harness that installs near the front of the vehicle. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you. If you then wanted to add a 7-Way trailer connector, you would need the 4 and 7-Way...
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  • Vehicle Wiring Harness 4-Way Flat for 2007 Nissan Xterra Relays and Pigtail
  • At this time we do not have the relays and wiring connector sold separately for the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56225. This part is required for the 4-way flat trailer connector to function if your 2007 Nissan Xterra came from the factory without the connector and relays. The Hopkins Plug-In Simple Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package # HM43575 that you ordered requires the relays and pigtail as well. As we do not have it separately you can contact a local Nissan dealer...
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  • Replacement Brakes and Bearings Kit for 2004 Fleetwood Sequoia
  • From my research I'm guessing your 2004 Fleetwood Sequoia has a 3,500 pound axle and uses bearings # L68149 and # L44649. You'll want to verify your bearing numbers to be sure. If the bearings are correct the kit you need is # BK2-100. Or if you want hubs as well use # AKHD-545-35-EZ-K if you have E-Z Lube axles that have a zerk fitting or # AKHD-545-35-K for standard axles. The hubs have a 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern which you'll need to make sure is matches your trailer. The brakes will...
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  • Parts Needed to Upgrade 4-Way to 7-Way and Add Brake Controller to 2006 Nissan Xterra
  • Since you already have a 4-Way on your 2006 Nissan Xterra you already have the relay harness that comes with the Curt T-Connector # C56226 so you just need the wiring for the 7-Way which is found as part # 118267. Please note that the gray plug that carries the additional functions of the 7-Way may or may not match up with what is on your vehicle. For some reason Nissan wasn't consistent with what plug they used on your vehicle and so sometimes it can be hit and miss but all you need to...
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  • Parts Needed to Install an Electric Brake Controller in a 2010 Nissan Xterra
  • Since you already have the Curt 7-Way T-Connector, part # C56226, and it plugged right into the round connector on your 2010 Nissan Xterra you likely have the electric brake controller connector under the dash. Look under your dash for a connector that the wiring harness, part # C51382, plugs into. It's likely located to the left of the steering column, and possibly taped to another harness. If you have this connector then the # C51382 harness is all you need to install the Curt Reflex...
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  • Hitch and Towing Components Needed for a 2014 Nissan Xterra
  • All of the trailer hitches offered for your 2014 Nissan Xterra are of the 2-inch Class III variety and the Curt hitch you referenced, part # 13514, is indeed a correct fit for your vehicle and is the most popular hitch among owners of the Xterra. You will, as you noted, need some additional items to enable towing a trailer: a ball mount, hitch ball, pin and clip. We offer a handy all-inclusive kit # 989900 that gives you everything. For your Xterra we offer wiring harness # C56225 which...
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  • 4-Pole Flat Trailer Wiring Harness for 2003 Nissan Xterra Without Factory Harness
  • We can help you! We do offer several options in 4-pole trailer wiring harnesses to fit your 2003 Nissan Xterra that did not come from the factory with one in place. All can be seen on the link provided. The Curt # C59236 is a good choice for its high current capacity. Each will require a bit of wire splicing and I have linked a video showing harness installation in a different Nissan vehicle. No matter which harness you choose the installation process will be essentially identical. I...
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  • Parts Needed to Install Combination 4-Pole and 7-Way Trailer Socket on 2001 Nissan Xterra
  • You can have a combination 4-pole and 7-way RV-style trailer socket on your 2001 Nissan Xterra. What you will do is first install a 4-pole (if you do not already have one) and then convert that to a combination 4-pole/7-way using our # ETBC7 kit. If you need a 4-pole use part # 118244 if your Xterra came with the factory 4-pole; use part # 119178KIT if it did not come with a factory harness. The ETBC7 kit includes a combination 4-pole/7-way vehicle socket, wire, connectors - everything...
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