Recommended Trailer Hitch And Trailer Wiring For 2017 GMC Acadia Without Factory Tow Package
Question:
Hello, Considering a 2017 GMC Arcadia. am sure I can do it but would like to see a set of instructions in advance. I have installed hitches before, but this one is a 10 out of 10 difficulty. Also, if my vhec. does NOT have the factory tow package can you please give me suggestion/instructions on wiring for 4 and 7 pin? THANKS SO MUCH,
asked by: Dave K
Expert Reply:
The trailer hitch we offer that is designed for your 2017 Acadia is the Draw-Tite, part # 76023. This is a Class lll hitch and it has a 2-inch receiver opening. If you are mechanically inclined you should be able to install the hitch with no problem. If you are not comfortable you can have a trusted mechanic complete the installation for you. I am attaching the installation instructions in a separate email.
If 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.
For a 7-way trailer connector all you need is part # 118276. This plugs into the vehicle wiring located behind the rear bumper under the center of the vehicle.
To get a trailer connector with a functioning 4-way and 7-way connector you will need part # HM40975. This will plug into the connector from the # 118276 and also comes with a mounting bracket.
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 7-Way Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 7 Round - Blade
- Tekonsha
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etrailer Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- Two Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Rise - 1 Inch
- Rise - 3 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Ball Mount Kit
- etrailer
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7- and 4-Pole Trailer Connector Socket w/ Mounting Bracket - Vehicle End
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 7 Round - Blade
- 4 Flat
- Hopkins
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 675 lbs TW
- 4500 lbs GTW
- 4500 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 675 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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Bruce P.
7/22/2020
You list two different hitches for the 2020 Acadia Denali. One with AT4 and one without. what are you referring to when you ask AT4 ?