Both the Tekonsha T-One # 118396 and the Curt T-Connector # 56077 wiring harnesses will work for your 2008 Chevrolet Uplander like you mentioned, and out of both options I recommend the Curt simply because it's much easier to install but still produces the same result.
The Curt plugs into a factory connector while the Tekonsha tees in behind the tail lights. So both options fit your vehicle, but the Curt is just easier to install since you only need to access that one side of the vehicle.
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The 2007 Chevrolet Uplander with a Class III hitch has a 4,000 lbs maximum gross trailer weight (6,000 lbs) with weight distribution. You should not experience problems when towing, assuming the tongue weight of your trailer will not exceed 400 lbs and the total weight of the trailer will not exceed 4,000 lbs (or 6,000 lbs with weight distribution). I also did some research on your 2007 Chevrolet Uplander and found that the maximum recommended towing capacity for this vehicle is 3,500 pounds.... view full answer...
I've done some research, and have found that yes, you would want to connect to that white wire coming out of Connector 2, Pin 30. This wire is located in the Body Control Module, which is located above where your left knee would be as you are sitting at the wheel. Use a circuit tester, such as part # PTW2993 to verify that this white wire goes hot only when the brake pedal is pressed. view full answer...
I checked with Surco and the Safari Rack 5.0 Rooftop Cargo Basket, # SPS5060-1101, is listed as a fit to the factory roof rack (side rails that run front to back) on a 2006 Chevy Uplander
This carrier also has quite a few add-ons that you could get separately including an axe and shovel carrier, # SPAX100, light mounting brackets, # SPLT100, and a spare tire carrier, # SPST100. view full answer...
To install a brake controller on your 2005 Chevy Uplander, you will need three things. First, a brake controller. I recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P2, # 90885. It is one of the more popular brake controllers because it is easy to use and install. I have included a link to the installation details below.
Next, you will need to install a 4-Way trailer wiring harness. You will need Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring, # 118396. This is a T-One style harness that plugs in line with your vehicles... view full answer...
In your 2005 Chevrolet Uplander the Firestone Coil-Rite Air Helper Spring Kit # F4155 will install with its air valve at the bottom of the spring. The vehicle's bump stop is to be removed and the included spacer will be placed at the bottom of the air spring in your installation. The written instructions are linked for your reference.
Always keep these springs inflated to at least their recommended minimum pressure of 5-psi and never exceed the 35-psi limit.
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I spoke with my contact at Curt and she stated that, technically, Chevy stopped making an Uplander for the US market in 2008 so there is no 2009 model. They did continue to make them for the Canadian market which is why the Tech Tip states the hitch is for that market.
However, she stated that as long as your 2009 Uplander has the 121 inch wheelbase, the Curt Hitch, # 13336 will fit. If yours does not have a 121 inch wheelbase, or you are not certain, she stated you could use Curt Hitch... view full answer...
When you install a supplemental transmission cooler in a vehicle you want it to be downstream of the factory cooler in the radiator. When we installed a cooler in similar Uplander as yours we found that the return line (the one to use for installation), was the one nearest the radiator cap.
To verify which line to use you can go out to your vehicle when it is cold and start it up, put it in gear and while holding the brakes raise the rpms by pressing the accelerator slightly. Quickly turn... view full answer...
For your 2009 Chevy Uplander we have the Draw Tite Hitch part # 75278 as a confirmed fit that would work well. It installs easily, is mostly hidden, and has great towing capacities. Then for trailer wiring the Tekonsha kit part # 118396 would be a really great option that installs easily as well.
Pour votre Chevy Uplander 2009, nous avons la pièce d'attelage Draw Tite # 75278 comme un ajustement confirmé qui fonctionnerait bien. Il s'installe facilement, est principalement caché et possède... view full answer...
I did some research on your 2007 Chevrolet Uplander and found that the maximum recommended towing capacity for this vehicle is 3,500 pounds. If your trailer is 2,600 pounds empty, you would be limited to 900 pounds or less of cargo. If 900 pounds of cargo sounds about right, you will need to check your hitch capacities and make sure it is capable of towing 3,500 pounds. You may find that a weight distribution system is needed to safely tow the maximum capacity with your vehicle.
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The trailer wiring connectors on the 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should be located behind the driver's-side rear trim panel as noted in the written instructions and the linked video showing a 2006 Uplander. Some Uplander models will have a single connector and other models will have a connector already mated with another. In other words, there may not be an open connector on some vehicles and you may have to separate them to create the connection point.
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To determine the towing capacity of your 2006 Chevy Uplander you will need to consider the capacities of every thing in your towing setup and go with the lowest rated component as the overall capacity since a setup is only as strong as it's weakest component. So if the owners manual of your vehicle has a lower capacity than the hitch you installed like the # 13344 which has a 4,000 lb trailer and 400 lb tongue weight capacity then the lower figure would be the overall capacity.
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If your 2006 Chevrolet Uplander has a tow package connector behind the rear driver's side trim panel then Curt harness # 56077 is the correct wiring harness. It sounds like you have checked and have no such connector. If there is no tow package connector there then you can still install Tow Ready 4-Pole Harness # 118396 which will instead plug in behind each of the two taillight assemblies.
The linked video shows this harness installed in a 2006 Uplander like yours. view full answer...
Draw-Tite Class III hitch # 75278 is a confirmed fit on the 2008 Chevy Uplander with 113-inch wheelbase. I verified this with Draw-Tite. This particular hitch fits all styles of this vehicle year/make/model.
An installation video for this item is linked for you along with a helpful article.
For a 4-pole wiring harness to power trailer lights (or a lighted hitch cover like # RP86530) you can use plug-and-play harness kit # 118396. For a towing kit with ball mount and hitch balls use part... view full answer...
I am sure you are looking in the right place but there are two possible options for what you might see. If a loose connector is not behind the driver side trim panel in the cargo area of your 2007 Chevy Uplander then it may already be connected to the tail light wiring. You would have to unplug that connection and insert the Curt wiring harness connectors in between that factory connection so the 4-Way end branches off of it.
If that also is not present then you may need to pull up additional... view full answer...
From my research your 2007 Chevrolet Uplander does not have the wiring for a 7-way trailer connector or a brake controller already installed. So the # 3015-P will not work for you.
In order to install a brake controller, like the Prodigy P2 # 90885 you'll need to hardwire it under your dash using our # ETBC7 kit. I've linked a video showing you this process on a 2006 Uplander. It's a different brake controller but the process will be the same.
You'll also need a 4-way trailer connector... view full answer...
Transmission coolers are not vehicle specific so you can use any one that will fit in the space you have available in the engine compartment. There are 3 locations you could mount the cooler: in front the A/C condenser, behind the condenser and in front of the radiator, or behind the radiator which is not very efficient.
Check these areas for how much space you have to make sure a cooler fits. The most popular cooler is # D13503. It measures 11 inches across, 8-3/4 inches tall, and 7/8... view full answer...
You have a pretty standard A-frame trailer frame that would work well with weight distribution hangers and brackets. You may have to temporarily remove the battery box to install the frame hangers.
The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it is loaded and ready to tow. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I attached a help article on determining tongue weight... view full answer...
According to my research, the 3.9L engine in your Uplander has 13/16-16 oil filter threads, and the oil filter uses a 2-3/4 inch diameter gasket. To determine which oil cooler is appropriate for your vehicle, simply match up the filter thread and gasket size to that of the cooler kit.
The # D15502 kit you mentioned is compatible with a 13/16-16 engine filter thread size and a 2-3/4 inch diameter gasket, per the product description and therefore would be the correct cooler for your vehicle.... view full answer...
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