Expert Answers about Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring

• Is Vehicle Side 4-Way Trailer Connector Male or Female
• The Tekonsha vehicle side trailer wiring harness, part # 118251, is the traditional 4-way that is on a vehicle which is the female connector. The trailer side, like is shown in the attached picture, is the male side. Part # 118251 is a custom harness designed to fit the Ford Escape from 2008 to 2012 and the Mercury Mariner and Mazda Tribute from 2008 to 2011.
  view full answer...


• Trailer Wiring Kit For Safe Operation and Warranty on a Honda Ridgeline
• To answer your question, there is a federal law that says that the vehicle manufacturer must provide warranty repair on the vehicle as long as the aftermarket device is not the actual cause of the malfunction or breakdown. In that case you would be responsible for any repair. That being said, I have never ran into a situation where trailer wiring caused a customer to be declined for warranty service. Most car dealers will service the vehicle under warranty no matter the cause of the malfunction,...
  view full answer...


• Is the 4-Pole Connection On A T-One Wiring Harness Waterproof For A 2017 Ford Escape
• The T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56320 is the harness that is designed to custom fit the 2017 Ford Escape. The 4-pole flat trailer connector is designed to fit tight together with the 4-pole connection in the trailer. Using dielectric grease # LT37534 will help seal the components of the plug and prevent corrosion from moisture. However, the 4-pole connection is not completely waterproof. Using the dielectric grease will help prevent some water contamination, but the plug will...
  view full answer...


• Can a Trailer Ball Be Mounted Directly To The Bumper of a 1999 Dodge Dakota
• Some vehicles are designed with a hole in the bumper for attaching a ball for towing. You need to check your owners manual or with your dealer for the towing capacity of your Dakota. You should also check with the Dealer to see if the bumper on your Dakota is rated for towing. I have attached an FAQ article that has tips on how to tow a trailer. You will need to measure the hole in the bumper to make certain you have the correct diameter shank on the ball you wish to attach. If you have...
  view full answer...


• Why Was Curt Trailer Hitch # 13509 Discontinued and What is the Replacement for 2009 Toyota Rav4
• The Curt Trailer Hitch 13509 that you referenced was discontinued and replaced with the Curt Trailer Hitch # C13149. The change was made to include 2013 vehicles. This hitch now is tested to fit 2006 - 2013 vehicles which includes your 2009 Toyota Rav4. If you are looking to tow with your vehicle, I recommend checking out the Curt Custom Wiring # C56165 and also the Ball Mount Kit # 989900 which includes 2 ball mounts, a 1-7/8 inch ball, a 2 inch ball, pin and clip and carrying bag. I...
  view full answer...


• 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.
  view full answer...


• Alternative to etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver for 2017 Acura MDX
• There is - as of this writing - a long scheduled wait time for the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98840 that fits your 2017 Acura MDX, but we do have an alternative for you. What I recommend instead is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13146. This is the exact same hitch, with the only difference being it has a more glossy coat than the etrailer hitch; they are otherwise the same, including the installation. So that's the route I recommend going to add a hitch to your 2017 Acura...
  view full answer...


• Do All Trailer Hitch Receivers for a 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee have the Wiring Bracket?
• The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # 75699 is a fit for your Jeep and it has the integrated wiring harness bracket mount. The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # C13182 is also a fit but does not have that mounting bracket. This will require you to use a no drill bracket like # 18140 for the similar fit. Then you can use the Mounting Bracket 4-Pole Flat # 18144 or the 7-Way # A10-9394VP. You can use the wiring harness...
  view full answer...


• Should Trailer Wiring be Installed at Same Time as Draw-Tite Hitch For 2020 Toyota Sienna
• Since you will already be installing the hitch, it makes sense to go ahead and install the 4-way wiring harness in your 2020 Toyota Sienna. The wiring can certainly be done at another time if you like, as the two installations won't overlap so it isn't necessary, but if you have an idea that you might be towing sometime soon, then I'd add the 4-way right now. If towing isn't something you aren't quite sure about, then it won't hurt to wait. I'll go ahead and list out the hitch as well...
  view full answer...


• Does Suspension Enhancement for 2015 Subaru Outback Increase Tongue Weight Capacity
• That is a good question; the addition of suspension enhancement such as the Coil SumoSprings Custom Helper Springs # CSS-1125R that fit your 2015 Subaru Outback do not increase your tongue weight capacity or towing capacity. There are no products that will increase the capacity of a vehicle, and you always want to ensure you go by the lowest-rated component. So if the owner's manual of your Outback states a 200 lb tongue weight capacity, no matter what else you add, you would not be able...
  view full answer...


• 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...
  view full answer...


• Does CIPA Magna Custom Extendable Towing Mirror # CM73711 Have Power Folding Function
• The CIPA Magna Custom Extendable Towing Mirror # CM73711 has a manual folding function that lets you fold or extend the mirror housing by hand. This function is not automated like the heat and mirror adjustment functions which are controlled from inside the vehicle. This mirror will use the vehicle's original factory mounting points and electrical connections. The installation instructions are linked for your reference. Please note that any vehicle must have the wiring in place to support...
  view full answer...


• Instructions for Removing Factory 7-Way on 1999 Ford F-150
• When it comes to removing the 7-way on your 1999 Ford F-150, there should be a grey locking clip like what is in the picture that I have attached. You'll just need to use a screwdriver to push that clip back slightly and slide it off. Once that is done you will be able to press down on the center clip and pull the harness off. For a replacement connector take a look at the Reese Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring, # 74682, which will provide you with as 7-way and 4-way connector.
  view full answer...


• Can a Wiring Harness be Used With a 2008 Mazda Miata?
• You are not missing any success stories regarding the Hopkins Wiring Harness # HM11141824 from customers with a Miata, it is likely because the vehicle is not made for towing. I took a look at the owner's manual for a 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata, and the trailer towing section reads "Never tow a trailer with your Mazda MX-5." It may not seem like a particularly dangerous thing to haul a small cargo trailer, but the weight adds stress to your Miata that it was not designed to handle. This could...
  view full answer...


• Finding a Location to have EcoHitch Receiver and Tekonsha 4-Way Installed On a 2022 Honda CR-V
• To get pricing on having the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7345 and T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118741 installed you will need to contact the location you wish to have the installation performed. Both these are confirmed to fit your 2022 Honda CR-V. If you need help finding a location to have these installed you can search for installers by clicking the link "Locate installer near me" on the product page, below the images of either item. If you are near our Wentzville,...
  view full answer...


• Where Does a Brake Controller Plug Into on a 1998 Ford F 150 and F 250 Light Duty
• Some 1998 Ford F-150 and F-250 Light Duty Trucks have a factory installed connector and some do not. This depends on if you have a factory tow package or not. To figure out if your vehicle has a tow package, you can contact your local Ford Dealer and give them your Vehicle Identification Number, and they will be able to tell you if you have a factory tow package. If you do have a factory installed brake controller wiring harness it will be near the diagnostic port on the underside of the...
  view full answer...


• Toyota Tundra Electric and Heated Towing Mirror
• The K Source custom towing mirrors # KIS70103-04T will actually use the factory connections for electric, turn signal and heat functions. Please note that your current electric mirrors must have the turn signal and heat functions in order for the new K Source mirror turn signal and heat functions to work. There is more to it than just the wiring harness, including but not limited to the proper fuses and relays on your Toyota Tundra. Also, some vehicles will not have the wiring for all...
  view full answer...


• Which Trailer Hitch Will Be Least Visible on a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
• All the hitches we offer for your 2011 Chevrolet Equinox have similar designs, and they are actually going to fit in nearly the same location. There is a center panel in the center of your vehicle bumper that will be removed for the hitch installation, and the hitch receiver opening will fit up into the space that is left when the panel is removed. Because of this, the hitches for your vehicle are all going to be mostly hidden. The same hitches that fit your vehicle also fit some similar...
  view full answer...


• How to Tell if a 2010 Honda Pilot has a Factory Installed Tow Package
• To find out if your 2010 Honda Pilot came with a tow package from the factory, the most certain way is to have a dealer run the VIN. There are some tell tale signs, however, that may lead you in the right direction. If the Pilot has a functioning 7-Way trailer connector, you probably have a tow package. If you do not have the 7-Way plug at the rear of the vehicle, you will need the Honda Pilot Replacement OEM Tow Package Wiring (7-Way) with Circuit Protected ModuLite HD Module, # 118253...
  view full answer...


• Does Curt 4-Way C56040 For Subaru Allow Installation of Brake Controller
• So the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C56040 is just a 4-way, which means it only powers your trailer's turn signals, brake lights, and tail lights (the other wire is a ground wire). In order to add a brake controller you would also need the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat # ETBC7. The Curt 4-Way # C56040 will plug into the 7-way that comes with the # ETBC7, and it is the 7-way that has the...
  view full answer...