Mostly Hidden Trailer Hitch and Wiring Kit for 2017 Honda Odyssey

Question:

I have a 2017 honda odyssey LX. Im wanting to install a hitch and wiring harness. I cannot find ANY video on the internet that shows someone installing the 4 pole wire harness to where it is hidden under the vehicle next to the hitch, so that I can connect a 4 pole to 7 pole adaptor and mount it. Is there a product for a 2017 odyssey that allows me to have the 4 pole wires hidden? I would like to purchase the draw tite hitch 76025 because its hidden, I will need the wiring harness and 4 pole to 7 pole adaptor and mount. Can a mount be used with the draw tite hitch? please help, please provide all part numbers with parts. I would like to purchase everything I need to install the hitch and all products needed to be able to tow my trailer with lights and not be surprised with missing items that were needed to finish the work.

asked by: Breann B

Expert Reply:

For a mostly hidden trailer hitch that fits your 2017 Honda Odyssey the Draw Tite part # 76025 is the way to go since only the hitch hangs below the rear bumper. To install a 4-way to 7-way adapter you'll first need a 4-way with part # 118521 which is the easiest to install and most reliable option we have. I attached an install video for it.

Now when you install the # 37185 you're going to have to find a way to round the wiring so that it's not as visible. We don't have a set way to recommend that but using zip ties you'll be able to attach as much of the harnesses to the hitch tube as possible. The mounting bracket of the 7-way would need to attach to the lower portion of the rear bumper.

If you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount 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.