Flat Towing Wiring Kit Recommendation for 2017 Jeep Cherokee

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WHERE CAN A CUSTOMER FIND A WIRING KIT TO SET UP THE BRAKE LIGHTS WHEN THEY ARE FLAT TOWING THEIR 2017 JEEP CHEROKEE. I HAVE SERCHED HIGH AND LOW SND NOW ONE CAN ACTUALLY ANWSER THIS WUESTION FOR ME.

asked by: KAYLA

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Expert Reply:

For a flat towing install harness that is custom fit for your 2017 Jeep Cherokee we have the Hopkins kit part # HM56208 which is a confirmed fit.

This harness plugs in line with your taillight wiring connectors which makes the install very easy.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The Hopkins Custom Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles #HM56208 that you referenced will fit a 2017 Jeep Cherokee, but is not compatible with your 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee. A similar wiring kit that is confirmed to fit your Grand Cherokee is the…

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Answer 2

The recreational towing section of the owner's manual for your 2017 Jeep Cherokee states that using the wiring kit for this particular vehicle is indeed necessary. They go on to caution that "Failure to use the proper Mopar wiring kit to…

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Answer 3

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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When it comes to choosing between the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR and the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524, these systems are extremely similar in their setup and functionality. Both of these systems provide proportional braking in a compact and easy to…

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Answer 6

To add a hitch to your 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, I recommend the Draw-Tite item #DT42GR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Jeep with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 7,500 lbs towing capacity…

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Answer 7

I attached a picture that shows how much of the etrailer.com hitch part #E98901 would hang below the rear bumper when installed.

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Answer 8

The Hopkins tow bar wiring harness #HM59VR that you referenced is the same as the Hopkins part number 56209 and is for sure a confirmed fit for your 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee. We sometimes have to change part numbers because more than one manufacturer…

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Answer 9

The Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System - Proportional #BLU37TR, uses a 12V powered remote that wirelessly connects to the 12V powered braking unit. This wireless remote has an inertia-based sensor in it that can sense the braking of the towing…

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Answer 10

If you want to install the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #C13182 on your 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee, you will use M14 bolts that are grade 5 as well as compatible flat washers. That is the replacement for what is…

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Answer 11

The Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles #RM-88400 will keep the brake signal from your 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited overriding your turn signals so if the brakes are still overriding the turn signals then that means the unit wasn't…

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Answer 12

For your 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee I recommend the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness part #118727. It's custom made for your Jeep and it gives you a 4 way flat trailer connector so you have all the lights to tow a trailer safely and legally.…

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