Parts Needed to Install a Trailer Hitch Receiver and 7-Way Trailer Connector on 2006 Jeep Commander  

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The trailer hitch receiver I suggest on your 2006 Jeep Commander is the Draw-Tite # 75338. This is a bolt-on hitch with a 5,000 pound maximum capacity. You'll want to check the towing capacity of your Jeep in the manual as well because you'll be limited by the lowest rated component.

It sounds like your trailer uses a round 7-way trailer connector. To install the same connector on your Jeep you'll first need a 4-way. Use # 118408 for the 4-way connector and then if you only need the lighting functions on the trailer add # 37185 to install a 7-way. This will power the trailer's lights and you can cap off the other wires.

If you need the 7-way to be fully functioning to power the trailer's brakes and other components don't use # 37185. Instead once you have the 4-way use our # ETBC7 kit which will include the 7-way and everything you need to install an electric brake controller.

An electric brake controller installs under your Jeep's dash and power the trailer's brakes through the 7-way connector. If you need one I suggest the Prodigy P3 # 90195. It's one of the top controllers on the market because of how well it works plus the easy to use LCD.

You'll also need a ball mount and hitch ball. I've attached link of our selection of ball mounts for a 2 inch hitch receiver as well as an article to help you determine the correct rise or drop you may need. Once you choose a ball mount you can then choose a hitch ball to fit it.

One way to make choosing a ball mount easier is to go with an adjustable ball mount like the B&W Tow & Stow # BWTS10038B. It features the ability to be flipped under the hitch when not using it and will provide up to 5-1/2 inches of rise or 5 inches of drop.

For a pin and clip to fit you can use # PC3 or if you'd like to have a locking pin you can use # BX8858.

I've also included links to some articles on towing that you might find helpful.

expert reply by: Charles S

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