Recommended Hitch and Wiring for a 2016 Honda Pilot AWD EX Model

Question:

If I purchase all your recommended parts for this hitch, do you have any idea where I could take them to have them installed? Your assistance would be greatly appreciate it. 2016 Honda Pilot Awd EX model only. Thank you

asked by: Will N

Expert Reply:

I spoke to my installer and he just installed a hitch on a 2016 Honda Pilot today, and told me it was a cinch. We also have installation videos to help you if you would like to do it yourself, I've attached for your convenience. If you don't feel comfortable installing these parts yourself, I recommend that you contact your local garage or body shop to complete the installs.

The Curt hitch # C13146, you were looking at is the custom fit hitch for your 2016 Honda Pilot. Sounds like you're planning on towing with the hitch. If so then the wiring harness I recommend for your Pilot is the Tekonsha # 118760. This allows the taillights on your trailer to function along with the vehicle's.

Another item you will need is a ball mount and ball. This will depend on the coupler of your trailer. The etrailer kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If the ball mount kit does not include a ball mount with the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, check out the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

I have linked all the above mentioned products and videos to this page for your convenience.