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  • Tekonsha T-One 4-Way Wiring Harness For a 2022 Honda Pilot
  • The T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118760 is the same for the 2016-2022 Honda Pilot. I have linked an installation video below for this harness on a 2021 Pilot so you can see the installation process. The installation is different than the previous T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118558 that fit the 2012-2015 Pilot. This harness had a connector on the outside of the vehicle for the 4-way and did not require as much removal of interior panels as the new body style. A Mounting Bracket...
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  • Does a Transmission Cooler Increase Towing Capacity of a 2005 Honda Odyssey EX
  • A transmission cooler will help the transmission run cooler and last longer while towing a trailer. However, it does not increase towing capacity of your towing setup, It can make a difference in the life of your transmission. Considering the price of one it is a worthwhile investment for extending the life of your transmission. I attached a couple FAQs on transmission coolers and an installation video for you to check out also.
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  • What is the Ground Clearance for the etrailer Hitch on a 2022 Honda CR-V
  • We have not had a chance to install the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98848 on a 2022 Honda CR-V yet, but we have installed it on a similar 2021 Honda CR-V. The measurement from the ground to the lowest point on the receiver was right at 11-3/4", I have included a video that shows this measurement at about the 2:50 mark of the video. It also includes a couple other measurements you may find useful. Since your 2022 CR-V uses the same receiver it will more than likely still be the same...
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  • Cleaning Rusty Bolt Holes to Install Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13068 on 2002 Honda Odyssey
  • I want to start by thanking you again for your recent order. We appreciate your business. When it comes to installing the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver, # C13068, on your 2002 Honda Odyssey, it is best to just clean out the bolt holes on your frame instead of using a tap. You will want to start by soaking the bolt holes on your frame with a penetrating lubricant like WD-40. Let the lubricant soak in and then use a wire brush, like part # 814092, to scrub out the holes and free the opening...
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  • What do Brackets Look Like for TruXedo Sentry Tonneau Cover on 2020 Honda Ridgeline
  • I have added a photo for you showing the mounting brackets that are used for a 2020 Honda Ridgeline when installing the TruXedo Sentry Hard Tonneau Cover # TX1530601. You are correct they are different than the standard brackets as the brackets do install somewhat differently on this particular truck. In regards to the trunk on a Ridgeback, it will not be able to open all the way, though that is going to be true for any tonneau cover. The Sentry will sit at the same height as your Ridgeline's...
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  • What do Air Lift Coil Springs do For 2012 Honda Odyssey
  • You have it right; when inflated, the air springs will act as a support to the coil springs on your Odyssey, which means they springs won't fully compress like they would without the springs. The correct fit for the Air Lift springs on your 2012 Honda Odyssey is the following part: - Air Lift 1000 Air Helper Springs for Coil Springs # AL60815 So with the # AL60815 springs installed on your Odyssey, it won't squat when you are towing or have a particularly heavy load in the rear. This...
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  • Does Curt Trailer Hitch on 2019 Honda Pilot Allow Use of Hands-Free Liftgate
  • The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # C13146 will very likely block the hands-free liftgate sensor. However, a sensor relocation kit (Honda part number I08L91-TG7-100C) is available directly through Honda. It moves the sensor off center to accommodate the installation of the trailer hitch on the 2019-2021 Pilot. Also, if you plan on towing and need a wiring harness, the correct fit for a 2019 Honda Pilot is the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118760.
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  • Will Rightline Jr. Cargo Bag # RL100S50 Dent a 2012 Honda Civic With a Naked Roof
  • The Rightline Sport Jr Rooftop Cargo Bag # RL100S50 does not have a rigid bottom and should not dent the roof of your 2012 Honda Civic providing the following precautions are followed - check your owners manual for the amount of weight your vehicles roof can hold and do not load your cargo bag heavier than your owners manual recommends. Rightline does offer a Non-Skid Roof Protection Pad # RL100650 that can be cut to fit either the roof of your vehicle or the diameter of the cargo bag...
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  • What to Do with Drawbars When not Towing
  • I see no reason why storing the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit, # RM-521567-5 on the Roadmaster Nighthawk, # RM-677 would cause issue. I wouldn't drive the motorhome as such, but while in RV Park should be just fine.
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  • Can A 2015 Honda CRV Pull A 5 x 10 Trailer
  • Yes, as long as you do not exceed the gross towing capacity of your 2015 Honda CRV. The tow rating of the vehicle can be found in your owners manual. I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" Item # 75742. This hitch is a class III hitch with a 675lb tongue weight and a 4500lb gross towing weight. For your wiring I recommend the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector Item # 118561. This harness is a simple plug in instillation...
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  • Resolution and Mounting of VueSMART RV and Trailer Backup Camera
  • The VueSMART RV and Trailer Backup Camera # HM34FR has a video resolution of 720 x 480 at 20 frames per second, and it mounts with the included bracket; I have added a link below to a video install which shows the process. Essentially, you will replace a bracket from one of your trailer lights and the VueSMART will be the replacement bracket for the light which also holds the camera. In regards to other wireless systems that use a smart device (phone/tablet), when it comes to value, there...
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  • Highest Ground Clearance Class III Trailer Hitch Receiver for 2021 Honda Odyssey
  • The Class III hitch with the best ground clearance for a 5th generation Honda Odyssey like your 2021 model would be the Curt # C64NR which would provide about 12 inches of ground clearance under the receiver tube. This hitch would also be the least visible and would have the crossbar tucked up behind the bumper/fascia. This adds to the installation difficulty but really helps provide additional ground clearance (1-1/2 inches more clearance than the # e98855 that you'd looked at). In addition...
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  • Benefits of Using the Thule Premium Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains # TH02230K55
  • The largest benefit to using the Thule Premium Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains, # TH02230K55, is the fact that it is the only chains which leave your wheels untouched. The tire chain strictly sits on the tire tread to avoid damage to your vehicle's rims. In addition these chains offer a self-centering, self-tensioning system and steel tensioning springs to create a perfect fit even on worn tires. Having recently completed a training session on tire chains here at etrailer, I can tell...
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  • Will Installing Trailer Hitch Receiver on 2015 Honda Civic Sedan Negate / Void the Vehicle Warranty
  • Installing a hitch, like the Curt, # C11391, on your 2015 Civic Sedan will not negate the vehicle's warranty as long as the hitch is installed as outlined in the instructions and used within the weight bearing capabilities of the vehicle. Consumers of aftermarket products are protected by the Federal Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act which states that if something breaks on your vehicle and you take it in for warranty repair, the dealer must honor your warranty unless whatever modifications...
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  • Does 2018 Honda Accord Manual Transmission Need to Just be Put in Neutral to Flat Tow
  • I took a look at the online owner's manual for your 2018 Honda Accord with a manual transmission and on page 463 it does address flat towing. You do put it in neutral and set the power mode to ACC, but also remove fuses, and there is a procedure outlined to do so. I recommend reading that as it gives you the exact procedure, and you can make this process quite a bit easier by using the following fuse bypass switches: - Roadmaster FuseMaster Fuse Bypass Switch for Towed Vehicle - (2) 20-Amp...
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  • Can the Thule Cable Lock Match the Locks on My Thule Bike Rack
  • You can change the lock core in the Thule Cable Lock, # TH538XT, to match the lock cores on your Thule bike rack. You will just want to buy a replacement lock core in addition to the cable lock. The part numbers for the Thule replacement lock cores begin with THLOCK and end with the part number. For example, if the number on your current lock cores is N117, then the part number you will want to order is # THLOCKN117. If you want to tell me the number on your current keys or lock cores,...
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  • Securing the Philadelphia Phillies MLB 2 Inch Hitch Receiver Cover On a 2011 Honda Pilot
  • The pin and clip that is referenced on the product page of the Philadelphia Phillies MLB Hitch Cover, # OHCC2121, refers to a metal trailer hitch pin like part # PC3. The metal pin slides through the small round holes in your trailer hitch to secure items to the hitch and the clip is attached to the end of the pin to ensure the pin will not slip out of your trailer hitch. Another popular option over a standard pin and clip is a trailer hitch receiver lock like part # e98880. These locks...
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  • Can the Wiring Harness Mounting Bracket be Removed from Draw-Tite Hitch 75742 for a 2012 Honda CR-V
  • The wiring harness bracket is welded onto Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 75742. I do not recommend removing it because doing so will void the hitch warranty and could possibly compromise the structural integrity of the hitch. For a hitch that does not have the mounting bracket welded to it, take a look at Curt hitch, # C13119. I have included some links to the instructions and a video showing a typical installation for you. For non-trailer loads (like bike racks and cargo carriers) you will...
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  • Identifying 7-Way Pin Function For Testing The Harness
  • The attached diagram should help but for 7-way connector kits like # 118288, you can look at the functions clockwise. Purple is reverse lights at noon, Black is 12V battery power at 1:00, Green is Right turn and brake at 3:00, Blue is brake controller output at 5:00, White is ground at 7:00, Yellow Left turn and brake at 9:00, and Brown is tail and running lights at 11:00. A review video is attached for additional information and a help article as well.
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  • How To Charge A Battery On A Trailer While Towing With 2013 Honda Odyssey
  • To trickle charge the battery on your trailer, you will need to convert your 4-Way on your 2013 Honda Odyssey to a 7-Way with something like the Hopkins Wiring Adapter, Item # 37185. You will route the purple wire (Auxiliary) of this 7-Way to the positive side of your battery on your trailer through a circuit breaker like Item # 9510 and use 10 gauge wire like Item # 10-1-1 (can purchase by the foot). Keep in mind that this will not charge your battery but will help your battery maintain...
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