Towing Capacity of 2017 Dodge Journey and Parts Needed to Pull 1,900 Pound Trailer

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I have 2017 Dodge Journey AWD V6. Can I pull a 1900 lb RV trailer ? Do I need a trans oil cooler? Thanks for any help.

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I tracked down an online version of the owner's manual for your 2017 Dodge Journey and if it's equipped with the 3.6L V6 engine it listed a towing capacity of up to 2,500 pounds. This max capacity is assuming there is only 1 to 2 persons in the vehicle. As the inhabitants grow the capacity decreases as follows:

3 to 4 persons - 2,000 pound towing capacity
5 to 7 persons - 1,500 pound towing capacity

With this in mind your Dodge Journey is capable of towing a 1,900 pound trailer as long as you don't bring a lot of friends/family on the trip.

A supplemental transmission cooler isn't required but since you're going to creep up towards the vehicle's limits I highly recommend adding one. It's really going to improve the vehicle's performance when towing along with prolonging the lifespan of its transmission. I specifically recommend the Derale Series 8000 # D13502, which will provide really efficient cooling with its plate-fin design and 3/4" wide turbulator plates. I just recommend making sure you have the needed space available between the grille and AC condensor core for this to mount. This cooler measures 11 inches wide, 7-1/4 inches tall, and 7/8 inches deep.

I have attached a sample install video that you can use for reference.

If you don't yet have a trailer hitch I recommend the etrailer.com Class III # e98845 that offers a simple bolt-on installation (no drilling), features a unique matte black finish that's resistant to scratching, and is made right here in the USA. I have included an installation video on your exact model Journey that you can follow along with.

For a wiring harness I recommend the Tekonsha T-One # 118536 if your Journey has LED tail lights or the T-One # 118567 if it has incandescent lights. Both are custom harnesses that will plug right into factory ports behind the tail lights to provide you with a 4-Way connector to power the trailer's signal lights.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Answer 1

We have a trailer hitch that will fit your 2017 Dodge Journey SXT AWD, but the etrailer trailer hitch #e98845 will NOT fit your '17 Journey SXT models with AWD. The tech note you referenced states, "Hitch does not fit SXT models…

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The easiest way to determine if you have LED or incandescent lights on your Dodge Journey is to simply watch them illuminate and turn off. If they come on immediately and turn off immediately then they are most likely LEDs. LEDs will also be quite…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 5

Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a…

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To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota RAV4, I recommend the etrailer item #e23ZR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 4,000 lbs towing capacity, and a 600…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Yep, so long as your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness is not a hybrid both the Curt and etrailer hitches will fit: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13382 - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98912 The only difference besides price is the finish; the…

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As far as wiring for the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, we do have the Curt #C59236 available which is more of a universal hardwire harness. Unfortunately there are not any plug-and-play options that have been confirmed to fit as of yet (October 4,…

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Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 12

To add a class III hitch to your 2024 Honda CR-V hybrid, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C13397. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your CR-V with included hardware. It is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. I really like this…

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