Recommended Trailer Hitch And Wiring For 2015 Kia Sorento With Factory Tow Package  

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For your 2015 Sorento I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch, part # C13152. This is a class lll hitch and it has a 2 inch receiver opening. I recommend the Class lll hitch because it has more options for accessories than a Class ll hitch would have. The installation instructions are included in the package and they are also linked as an attachment. I have also attached a link to an installation video for this hitch on a 2015 Sorento you can check out.

Since you plan on doing 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. http://www.etrailer.com/faq-ballmount.aspx

Since you have the factory tow package on your Sorento, the trailer wiring harness I recommend is the Curt T-Connector Harness, part # C56332. To install this you will use the factory wiring on the driver side of your Sorento behind the rear bumper. No cutting or splicing of the vehicle wiring is needed when installing this harness. I have attached a link to an installation video for this harness on a Sorento you can take a look at.

When working with electrical connectors I recommend using dielectric grease like part # 11755. This keeps dirt and moisture out of the electrical connections and helps prevent corrosion.

expert reply by: Jeffrey L

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