2017 Kia Sorento Without Factory Tow Package Trailer Wiring Recommendation

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According to Curt Mfg website and tech support, they dont make a vehicle wiring harness for a 2017 Kia Sorento without the factory tow package. However, your website shows that the C56256 will work for this vehicle. Can you confirm that this wiring harness will work for this vehicle? Thanks.

asked by: Chuck

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Short answer is we know the part # C56256 is a fit for your 2017 Kia Sorento as this harness plugs into the taillight connectors and provides the trailer wiring. Since it installs like this no tow package would be needed as all versions of the vehicle have the same taillights.

Check out the install video I attached as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Bruce S.

6/3/2020

What size bolts do I use for a Drawtite trailer hitch (75909) - bar code 7 42512 75908 2? Putting it on a 2017 Kia Sorento. It does not have the factory tow package.I have the hitch but can’t find the bolts. Also, is part number C56256 the correct wiring harness?

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Chris R.

6/7/2020

The Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 75908 uses two 1/2-13 x 4.50 hex bolts, one M12x1.75.x120 bolt, and four M10x1.25x30 bolts. For a full replacement hardware kit (which would also include the additional washers and nuts required) you can use part # RHK. Once on the product page simply type in the hitch model number (75908) and select "Draw-Tite" from the manufacturer drop-down menu and we'll send you out the right kit.

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Answer 1

The engine itself doesn't quite make the difference, but the model does. If you have the SX model of the 2019 Kia Sorento I recommend the Class III etrailer.com Trailer Hitch #e98843 because it has a matte black finish that does a great job of…

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Answer 2

If you need to tow with the tailgate down so you can haul your ATV in the truck bed then the most common solution for this is to use an extended weight distribution shank, the Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank part #EQ90-02-4600. This should provide…

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Answer 3

There is a panel just under and behind your driver's side wheel well that you can remove to determine if you have the tow package or not. If you check out the attached picture you can see what wiring will be in this location for the tow package…

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Answer 4

The trailer hitch I recommend for a 2018 Kia Sorento (All Models) is the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver part #e98843 which is a direct bolt-on fit which has a 5,000 lbs weight capacity. I really like the etrailer hitch over the Curt and Draw-Tite…

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Answer 5

I've looked through the towing section of the owner's manual for your 2019 Kia Sorento, and didn't see any prohibitions against using weight distribution. Typically when the hitches offered for the vehicle aren't rated for use with a…

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Answer 6

If the 4-way kit you installed tied into the factory trailer wiring of the 2017 Kia Sorento then yes the 7-way kit part #TK24FR that you referenced would work as an easy upgrade to also install a brake controller. If the 4-way installed using the…

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I do have an option for you but there isn't a plug and play seven way trailer connector option for a 2021 Kia Sorento without the factory tow package therefore no, the Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness with 7 Way Trailer Connector…

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Answer 8

Yes, your 2019 Kia Sedona without the factory tow package is still compatible with the Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness with Brake Controller Adapter #TK24FR. According to the manufacturer, Tekonsha, this is compatible with all models…

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Answer 9

The most definitive way to determine if your 2013 Kia Sorento has the factory towing prep package is to have the dealer run the VIN number. They will be able to you how it is equipped. The trailer wiring for vehicles with the tow prep package,…

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Answer 10

The maximum tongue weight capacity for a 2020 Kia Sorento V6 is 350 lbs. This is the figure provided in the owner's manual so that is the bottom line. The trailer hitch options for this vehicle do offer tongue weight capacities greater than 350…

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Answer 11

If your 2020 Kia Sorento has the factory tow package, there will be a tail light wiring connector behind the rear tire of the driver side, on the outside of the frame rail. As shown in the attached photos, an underbody cover will need to be removed…

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Answer 12

What you are describing sounds like an internally shorted converter box. Anytime we see a trailer taillight want to stay on and the connections are solid that indicates that a short in the trailer wiring most likely damaged the box and is preventing…

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