Recommended Trailer Wiring Harness for 2020 Honda CR-V

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Trying to determing if Id ever need a 5pin wiring harness for trailers I can actually tow with 2020 Honda CRV. Have only ever towed larger trailers 10,000 lbs, so a bit unfamiliar with what small trailers require. Would be looking to tow moving trailer U-haul, kayak/canoe trailer or possibly small travel trailer.

asked by: Nathan

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We can definitely help you find what you need. Typically the wiring harness you need will depend on the trailer and whether or not it has brakes. In most cases the small trailers you've mentioned will have 4 pin trailer connectors and typically only 5 pin connectors are found on boat trailers with electric lockouts; it's possible that the travel trailer will have a 7 way.

For your 2020 Honda CR-V I recommend starting with the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118741 because we've found that Tekonsha wiring harnesses tend to have the most reliable converters. This will cover most of the trailers you'll be hauling.

If you're going to be hauling a trailer with brakes then the # ETBC7 (wired brake controllers) or # ETBC7L (wireless brake controller) would need to be installed with the # 118741 to provide you with the connectors needed for that. This setup would provide you with a working 4 way and 7 way trailer connector and then you'd just need to add a brake controller for when you're towing trailers with brakes.

An easy to use and install brake controller that I highly recommend for use with the 2020 Honda CR-V is the Curt Echo # C51180, which plugs into the 7 way on the vehicle and then you'll plug the trailer's 7 way into that. The Echo is a wireless brake controller that is controlled by a smart phone with Android 4.4 or newer, or iOS 8.0 or newer, so there are not wires to connect in the cabin of the vehicle; since your 2020 CR-V did not come with any of the brake controller connections in the cabin this is the easiest solution to use and install.

I've linked some review videos of these parts for you to check out, as well as some of our FAQ articles on wiring trailer connectors that you can use as a guide.

expert reply by: Erik B

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Answer 1

For the 2020 Honda CR-V, the Curt #C56370 is only a fit for AWD vehicles. For a 2020 Honda CR-V front wheel drive model, you'd want to use #118741 which is a fit for all 2020 CR-V models. You can see an install video by clicking the…

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Answer 2

I verified that the Curt wiring harness part #C56370 will fit your front wheel drive 2017 Honda CR-V. In terms of trailer wiring there is no difference between AWD and FWD.

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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

I agree it is the right time to upgrade to a Lithium charger/converter as not all are Lithium compatible. I recommend using the Progressive Dynamics Mighty Mini AC/DC Panel and Converter/Smart Charger - 60 Amp #PD4060K which is a replacement for…

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Answer 6

From what I could find it looks like your 122R (red) and 122Y (amber) lights measure 3.75" x 1.70" x .81". We don't have any replacement lense directly for the GLO-BRITE lights but we do have some similar lights…

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If you are needing the hub and drum assembly then you will want to go with the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly #8-201-5UC3-EZ but if you are just looking for an idler hub then you will want part #8-213-5UC1 instead. These come with the correct…

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Answer 8

I've never heard of an actual third brake light connector on a camper shell to plug in on a truck and we don't carry any parts to do that. The light generally needs to be hardwired into the truck's brake light circuit. The issue with this…

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Answer 9

The manual lockout on your Atwood 85778 surge brake coupler is there so that you can back up the trailer without the brakes locking up on you. Yes you can safely tow your trailer with the broken manual lockout, you just have to make sure you…

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Answer 10

I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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Answer 11

Seal 171255UC has an inner diameter of 1.719 inches and outer diameter of 2.565 inches. A seal that has those dimensions would actually be #58846. I've added a link to a video review of this seal for you to take a look at.

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Answer 12

I would be happy to help you set up your 2022 Toyota Highlander to haul your new travel trailer. The wiring harness you currently have controls your trailer's lighting functions only. You do not need to rewire your Toyota you just need another…

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