Expert Answers about Dodge Durango

• Is Bumper Modification Required to Install a Front Mount Hitch on a 2003 Dodge Durango
• We have front mount trailer hitches available for the 2003 Dodge Durango as long as it is a 4WD model. At this time there are no front mount hitches available for the 2WD models. If you have a 4WD model, then I recommend installing the Curt Front Mount Hitch, # 31080. This has the highest vertical pull rating of our front mount hitches and it does not require any bumper modifications. The receiver will sit just below the front bumper fascia. I have attached the installation instructions...
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• Does 2018 Dodge Durango Need to be Programmed After Installing Tekonsha TK22113 Wiring
• The Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness w Brake Controller Adapter # TK22113 actually either tees in behind the tail lights or splices into other wiring on your 2018 Dodge Durango so you won't have to take your vehicle to the dealer to have anything reprogrammed! The brake controller adapter that comes with this kit is directly compatible with Tekonsha brake controllers. If you don't already have one I highly recommend going with the Prodigy P3 # 90195 as it is the easiest...
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• 7-Way Trailer Connector and Brake Controller Installation in 2018 Dodge Durango
• The 4 pole trailer connector on your 2018 Dodge Durango is likely aftermarket, but there's a chance the vehicle is prewired for a brake controller and a 7-way. Check under the dash to see if the vehicle is equipped with the connector for installing a brake controller. The connector, if it's present, would be located to the left of the steering column, near the top of the e-brake pedal. It'll usually be taped to a different wiring harness. If the connector is there, look under the vehicle...
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• Mounting Orientation of Curt C51180 Echo Wireless Brake Controller
• The Curt # C51180 Echo Wireless Brake Controller features a triple-axis accelerometer which allows it to be installed in any orientation. The only two requirements for installing the Echo are a functional 7-way and a smartphone with an Apple 8.0 OS or higher or an Android 4.4 and newer. I'll link to a video that demonstrates how the Curt # C51180 Echo Wireless Brake Controller works.
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• Does the Curt Hitch for the 2012 Dodge Durango Hang Underneath the Bumper
• I attached a picture of the Curt Hitch # C13182 installed on a similar 2012 Dodge Durango as yours. You will notice that this hitch hangs below the bumper and does not require any fascia trimming. The factory hitch comes through the rear bumper like you are aware of, whereas this one is below the bumper. I attached installation instructions for this product for you to check out also. To complete your towing setup you may be interested in the following products: etrailer Ball Mounts #...
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• Locating Brake Controller Port on 2007 Dodge Durango Equipped with Factory Tow Package
• Since your 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a factory tow package it will have a connection port for a brake controller. The connector is usually routed over near the emergency brake pedal but it is possible that the wire harness and connector are zip-tied to other under-dash wiring or tucked behind a trim panel. It may be helpful to temporarily remove the left kick panel (to the left of your left ankle when behind the wheel) to give you better access to the vehicle wiring. If not...
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• Why Does My Vehicle Have Separate Turn and Brake Signal Wires
• There are two types of lighting circuits for vehicles and trailers which are separate systems and combined systems. A separate system will have a separate wire for the brake and turn signals whereas a combined system will have a single wire for the brake and turn signals. The vehicle's wiring system will need to match the trailer's wiring system but if it does not then you can use a converter box like part # C56196 which will separate out the brake and turn signals or combined them together....
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• How To Wire A Curt Brake Controller Into A 1999 Dodge Durango
• To install your Curt brake controller in a Durango without a factory tow package you'll need to use the Universal Wiring Adapter for Curt Trailer Brake Controllers # C51515. This will plug into the brake controller and have four wires that will get spliced into the factory wiring in the following manner: Black - 12v power (battery) White - Ground Red - Cold side of the brake light switch Blue - Brake output to 7-way To find the cold side of your brake light switch you'll need to test...
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• Does Hitch Need to be Replaced on 2015 Dodge Durango Involved in Collision
• If the OEM hitch on your 2015 Dodge Durango took the brunt of the damage to the point the safety chain loops were bent then that leads me to believe there could very well be other damage to the hitch and you'll want to look for places where the paint is chipping away or you see any stress fractures. It might be best to just swap out to an aftermarket trailer hitch like the Draw-Tite # DT38MR so you know the hitch integrity hasn't been compromised but you might wait to see what your shop...
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• How Much Grease To Use when Installing Bearing Buddies on a 1997 Jayco Pop Up Camper
• Your Bearing Buddy instructions are correct. When installing bearing protectors on a trailer hub, you will want to fill the hub with as much grease as possible, so that you do not have to pump all that grease into the hub with the grease gun after installing the bearings and seals. This also helps to prevent pressure build up in the hub and blow out of the seal in the back of the hub. When using a bearing protector you should always use a double lip seal, like part # RG06-020, which has...
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• Does Curt Hitch for 2016 Dodge Durango Come with Needed Install Hardware
• Yes, the Curt hitch part # C13182 that you referenced comes with all needed install hardware because to install it you actually reuse the bolts that are already in the frame weld nuts of your vehicle. I attached an install video for this for you to check out as well.
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• Why Is The Green Wire Used For The Tekonsha 7-way Connector Kit Missing On My 2019 Dodge Durango?
• I would be happy to help! When I reached out to Tekonsha they mentioned that in some rare instances the Green wire is not behind the passenger side front wheel well liner, and for whatever reason was not installed by Dodge. They are not sure if it is some special RPO code or if a specific option causes the wire to not be there. With that said you can still install the Tekonsha 7-way connector # TK22113 on your 2019 Dodge Durango, you will just need to run # 10-1-1 from the 5 o'clock pin...
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• Does Rear Bumper Panel of 2018 Dodge Durango Install After Draw Tite Hitch # DT38MR Installs
• The removable panel of your 2018 Dodge Durango that normally covers the # DT38MR trailer hitch will be able to reinstall. I attached a picture from a customer that shows the panel reinstalled after.
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• Installation of Tekonsha P3 Brake Controller on a 2011 Dodge Durango w/Aftermarket 7-Way Wiring
• I can help you wire up your vehicle for the Prodigy P3 # 90195 Brake Controller. It sounds like your 7-pin wasn't factory installed which would mean that you need to finish running the connections where the blue wire ended. In this case you will not be able to use the # TK93VR. Instead you will need the # 5506 kit. It is possible that these connections may have already been made for you since the blue wire has been run to the engine compartment, see the attached image of how the 7-way...
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• Trailer Wiring Harness For a 2005 Dodge Durango
• If you were required to install a factory bumper with a receiver hitch, it is very likely that there will not be a port for the Replacement Connector for Dodge OEM Style Plugs, item # 42145, to plug into. Normally this port is located on the driver side near the frame rail and bumper at the back of the vehicle. You may need to move the spare tire out of the way to find the connector. If that port is not present you will need a Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring for the 2005 Durango by...
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• Where Is Brake Controller Port Located On 2001 Dodge Durango For Installation Of Adapter, # 3020-P
• If your 2001 Dodge Durango has the factory installed 7-way trailer connector on the rear bumper, the port for the brake controller should be located near the emergency brake pedal. I am sending a video link of a brake controller installation on a 2003 Dodge Dakota and at the 45 second mark it shows the location of the brake controller port under the dash that should help you locate the port on your vehicle. You can check the port with a circuit tester to see if one of the pins supplies...
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• Wiring Brake Controller to a 1999 Dodge Durango with Dodge Wiring Harness
• It sounds like you have the newer OEM Dodge harness for your 1999 Dodge Durango. On it the green with black stripe is ground and goes to the brake controller white wire. White with red stripe on the Durango goes to brake controller black for 12 volt power. The Dodge Blue with white stripe goes to brake controller red for input from the stop light switch. And blue will go to blue for output to the trailer brakes. If your Durango came with a factory 7-Way trailer connector then you will...
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• Tekonsha P3 Brake Controller Installation in a 2014 Dodge Durango Citadel
• The first thing you will need is a 4-way trailer connector. For that you will need to install the Curt Wiring Harness part # 56146KIT. This portion of the wiring will control the turn signal functions of your trailer. Next to install the Prodigy P3 brake controller # 90195 you referenced you will need to convert the 4-way to a 7-way. For that you will need the 4 to 7-way Adapter Kit part # ETBC7. I attached installation instructions for this and an install video for you to check out also. If...
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• Is It Required to Run Power Wire for Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness on 2019 Dodge Durango
• It is required to run a power wire from the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness part # C56336 to the battery on a 2019 Dodge Durango. The power wire is actually what provides power to the lights on the trailer. The tee connectors simply obtain the signal. The vehicle's factory tail light circuits are not rated for the extra power needed for trailer tail lights so you'll need to pull power from the battery for these. It's really not that big of a deal to run the power wire, just follow...
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• Does Hopkins Tail Light Converter Require Power From Battery?
• The Hopkins Tail Light Converter Kit with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # HM48925 does not have a wire to tap into from your vehicle's battery. It is designed so you can spice into the taillight wiring harness at the rear of your 2005 Dodge Durango. I have attached the installation instructions for you to take a look at.
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