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  • Universal 7-Way Connector for 2022 Honda Pilot
  • Yes, I do have a way to add a 7-way connector to your 2022 Honda Pilot. I recommend the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires item # ETBC7. The kit includes a pre-wired 7- and 4-way trailer connector that mounts easily at the rear of your Honda with an included bracket. This kit is designed for use on vehicles like yours with an existing 4-way flat trailer connector and plugs directly into it. You will then connect the blue wire...
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  • Complete Trailer Towing Setup for Trailer with Electric Brakes on 2016 Honda Pilot EX
  • It sounds like you're going to need a hitch, wiring, ball mount and hitch ball, 7 way plug and brake controller, and we do have all of those parts you're looking for. To start, for a hitch I recommend using the Curt # C13146 you were looking at since Curt hitches have a durable powder coating that will help ensure that the hitch holds up over time. For wiring, I recommend using the Tekonsha # 118286 since it's the easiest to install wiring harness. This is a plug and play installation,...
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  • Parts to Equip 2007 Honda Pilot and 2004 Ford F-350 for Towing ATV Trailer
  • We can help you get your two vehicles, the 2007 Honda Pilot EX 4x4, and the 2004 Ford F-350 diesel, ready with the items needed for towing your Aluma ATV trailer. Your Aluma 7710 trailer itself weighs in at 565-lbs so with an ATV loaded your total tow load will be in the range of 1300 to 1500-lbs. Both vehicles have more than enough towing capacity. Let's go one at a time. For the 2007 Honda Pilot EX 4x4 I recommend the 2-inch hitch # 75599. For wiring, since the trailer has no brakes...
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  • Parts Needed to Install a Trailer Brake Controller on a 2009 Honda Pilot without Factory Tow Package
  • Since your 2009 Honda Pilot did not come with a factory tow package, and you have already installed an aftermarket 4-Way wiring harness, you will need to install a 4 and 7 Way Installation Kit, # ETBC7. The ETBC7 will provide a 7-Way trailer connector at the rear of the vehicle, and it includes all the wiring needed to install a brake controller. I have included a link to an FAQ article and a video showing the installation of an ETBC7 kit. For a brake controller, I recommend the Tekonsha...
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  • Recommended Transmission Cooler for 2017 Honda Pilot with Factory Cooler
  • You can use the Derale # D13503 on your 2017 Honda Pilot as long as your Pilot doesn't have the 9 speed automatic transmission and it will do a great job to help keep your transmission from overheating while towing; this is the largest cooler available for the 2017 Pilot. This cooler fits on 5/16" transmission lines, which will be the same as those found on your vehicle, so you won't need any additional parts. This cooler will work as a supplement to your existing transmission cooler. ...
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  • Installing Brake Controller and 7-Way Trailer Connector on 2010 Honda Pilot
  • To swap out your existing 4-pole for a 7-way, you'll need part # 118253 which includes all the fuses and relays necessary to fully activate the tow package on your 2010 Pilot. If you previously installed the 4-pole using part # 118491, you've already installed all the needed fuses. You'll just need to add one additional relay in the fuse box located in the cargo area. The # 118253 will provide some fuses and a relay you won't need now, but it's always good to have spares. I've provided...
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  • Replacement Mounting Hardware for a Thule Ski Carrier and 2016 Honda Pilot
  • Your Thule ski carrier is an older model so to get it to fit the wider crossbars on your 2016 Honda Pilot you would need different mounting feet. I recommend universal mounting kit # 7533998. Depending on how old the carrier is you may or may not be able to access the hardware on the inside of the carrier (under the bottom rubber strip). If you cannot access it then it will require some slight modification so you can change out the hardware.
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  • Recommended 7-Way and 4-Pole Trailer Wiring Harness for 2018 Honda Pilot
  • The easiest way to have both a 4-pole and a 7-way trailer connector for your 2018 Honda Pilot would be to begin by installing a 7-way trailer connector, part # 118286 and then use an adapter like # PK12716 when you want to tow a trailer with a 4-pole connector. I've linked to videos for both these products. There's an alternative if you'd rather not mess with an adapter. You can use a T-harness like part # 118384 which would plug inline between the 7-way and the harness provided by the...
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  • Trailer Brake Controller For A 2019 Honda Pilot
  • Depending on if you have a factory tow package or not on your 2019 Honda Pilot is the deciding factor on what parts you will need. If you do have the Factory tow package then all you would need is the controller and the wiring harness for the controller. The Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller # RED24FR allows you to mount the control knob of this proportional controller on your dash or console. The main unit is installed in an out-of-the-way spot. The controller has a 3 axis accelerometer...
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  • What Is Needed To Install Brake Controller And 7-Way Adapter On 2008 Honda Pilot?
  • In order to install a brake controller and 7 pole adapter, you first need to install the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118336. I have attached a step-by-step installation video. Next you will need to install the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat # ETBC7 to convert the 4-way to 7-way. I have attached a video for this as well. Finally, you will need a brake controller and harness. I recommend the Brake...
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  • How Can I Add a 4 and 7 Way Trailer Plug to a 2013 Honda Pilot
  • It's actually more simple than you think, but they don't make a 4/7 way connector for your 2013 Honda Pilot, so you will need to piece it together. To start, you'll need to use the Tekonsha # 118265 kit for your 2013 Honda Pilot and then just swap the plug out in that kit for the Hopkins plug # HM48470. This will allow you to put a 4 and 7 way combo on your 2013 Honda Pilot and allow you to tow trailers with both plugs. I've also linked some helpful review videos on these products as...
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  • Trailer Wiring Harness for 2015 Honda Pilot LX Without Factory 7-Way Trailer Socket
  • For your 2015 Honda Pilot without a factory-installed 7-way trailer connector you can use the Tow Ready T-One harness kit # 118265. This kit includes the harnesses and relays required to activate your wiring and provides a 7-way trailer connector. This harness will provide running light, turn and brake light signals to your boat trailer and also carry trailer brake power, 12V power, etc. Harness connection points are located in the Honda Pilot cargo area. You can refer to the linked article...
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  • What Trailer Hitch Will Fit My 2005 Honda Pilot
  • When it comes to installing a trailer hitch on your 2005 Honda Pilot The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2 inch # e98851 will fit your vehicle. We do have installers near you that will install it. The hitch has a bolt-on design that has a concealed cross tube so after installed it will have a sleeker look then other hitches because it is closer to the frame of the vehicle. The hitch can tow up to 3,500 pounds and has a tongue weight up to...
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  • Parts Needed to Switch to Dual Propane Tank Setup From Single Tank
  • An auto-switching dual propane regulator would be my recommendation in this situations just because of the ease of use; something like the Compact Low Pressure 2-Stage Automatic Changeover RV LP Gas Regulator Item # 37207-31525. You can connect your existing gas line to this regulator. You'll also need 2 pigtails to connect the propane tanks to the regulator, so for that I recommend using the Propane Hose with Back Check - Type 1 x 1/4" Male Inverted Flare - 20" Item # 37207-30745. I've...
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  • Can 2009 Honda Pilot FWD Be Flat Towed
  • Front wheel drive vehicles with automatic transmissions can't be flat towed. Even if the vehicle is placed in neutral, the transmission will still turn. Without the lubrication provided by the running engine, the transmission would be destroyed in short order. You'll want to use a tow dolly like the Demco Kar Kaddy SS, part # DM9713045. The Kar Kaddy SS folds for easier storage and features surge coupler actuated disc brakes for safe, reliable and predictable braking. If you click the...
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  • Recommended Brake Controller/Wiring Harness For A 2016 Honda Pilot
  • Yes, the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller # RED24FR and the Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness # RED59FR are the correct parts needed to install the Redarc brake controller onto your 2016 Honda Pilot. I like the Redarc controller over the others that we offer because it installs out of site with only the control knob showing. If you have any further questions please feel free to reach back out to me anytime and I would be more than happy to further assist you in your towing endeavors.
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  • Parts Needed for a Yakima Round Crossbar Roof Rack on a 2021 Honda Pilot
  • The correct feet to mount Yakima Round CrossBars like # Y00408 on your 2021 Honda Pilot with factory flush mounted rails are the SkyLine Towers for Yakima Crossbars # Y53TR, RoundBar SL Adapter for Yakima BaseLine # Y03536 and the Landing Pad 19 for Yakima SkyLine and Control Towers # Y00245. These are the items needed to properly mount the Yakima round crossbars to the flush mounted rails on your Pilot. You can lock the roof rack to your roof by using the Yakima Same Key System (SKS)...
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  • What Adapter Can I Use to Mount My Thule Flat Top Ski Carrier 725 on My 2008 Honda Pilot?
  • When asking about mounting the Thule Flat Top 6-Pair Ski Carrier 725 on your 2008 Honda Pilot, I am assuming you are talking about the factory crossbars on the vehicle. The part you need to transfer the carrier is the Mounting Kit for Thule Flat Top Rooftop Ski and Snowboard Racks 725 # 7533998. It is important to note that these will only fit on crossbars up to 3-3/4 inches wide. I recommend measuring your crossbars to make sure they fit within these dimensions. If you discover you have...
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  • Wiring Adapter for Towing Trailer on 2014 Honda Pilot
  • For your 2014 Honda Pilot you can use the Tow Ready Adapter, part # 30717. This will easily convert the existing 4 pole wiring on your vehicle to the 7 pole round plug needed to power your trailer's basic light functions. The remaining 3 functions of the 7-way will just not be functional. If you are also needing to power the trailer's brakes or battery (along with basic light functions), you will instead use the Universal Installation Kit, part # ETBC7. This kit includes everything you...
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  • 4-Pole Wiring Harness for 2017 Honda Pilot and 5-Pole Adapter for Trailer with Surge Coupler
  • We do offer 4-pole trailer wiring kits for the 2017 Honda Pilot, shown on the linked page, such as # 118760. This is the kit I recommend since we find Tekonsha wiring products to be very reliable. 4-pole type trailer wiring carries three lighting circuits (plus a ground, on the 4th pin) but does not carry any other type of trailer signals such as power for electric trailer brakes. The circuits on a 4-pole are for running lights (brown wire), left turn/stop lights (yellow wire) and right...
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