Trailer Hitch and Wiring Recommendation for a 2005 Honda Element

Question:

Hello, Im looking at possibly adding a trailer hitch to my 2005 Honda Element EX. What wiring harness do you recommend for a 4 flat wire hook up? Also, is there a harness that doesnt need to be hooked up to the battery? Thanks!

asked by: Jason M

Expert Reply:

First let's start with a hitch for your 2005 Honda Element. For that I would recommend the Class III hitch part # e78KR that has been confirmed as a fit. This hitch has a 2 inch opening which means it will have higher weight capacities and has more options available for hitch accessories.

I attached the installation instructions for you to check out.

For trailer wiring you will need to go with a universal fit type harness like part # C59496 that will require you to run a wire up to the battery.

If you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If the ball mount kit does not include a ball mount with the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, check out the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.