Recommended Towing Setup for 2014 Nissan Xterra

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I want to install a Curt Trailer hitch on a 2014 Nissan Xterra. There are no 4-pin or 7-pin wires on the vehicle. Is it possible to wire for both? Which wiring kit would do that? Do I need some other controller part?? We are towing a raft or a small popup camper not a larger trailer.

asked by: Leslie T

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Expert Reply:

To complete the towing setup on your 2014 Nissan Xterra with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13514 you can use the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 7-Way Trailer Connector # 118266 which will give you the 7-Way you are wanting.

For the 7-Way and 4-Pole option I recommend going using the Hopkins Replacement Custom Multi-Tow 7-Way and 4-Way Trailer Connectors # 30955 which will plug into the US Car Connector on the Tekonsha wiring that I just mentioned. This will give you a clean look that is more secure than splicing in a 4-Pole like part # HM48030.

If the trailer that you will be towing has brakes then you will want to install a brake controller as well. I recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 # 90195 which is one of our most popular brake controllers due to how easy it is to install and use. All you will need to connect this to the wiring on your Xterra is the Adapter # 3050-P. The adapter will plug into your brake controller and also into a connector that is under your driver's side dash.

I have attached some review videos that you can check out.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

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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Answer 2

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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Answer 3

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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Answer 5

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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Answer 7

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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The first thing you will need for your 1999 D250 is a 4-way. The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness #C55317 plugs into the connection points behind your rear bumper and will allow you to power your trailer's signal lights. Once the 4-way is…

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If you have a vehicle specific wiring harness for a brake controller then that would indicate that you have a factory tow package and subsequently would already have a 7-way at the back of your vehicle. The universal 7-way connector #ETBC7 is meant…

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Answer 10

Hey Antoine, so the two kits you mentioned are actually really similar and honestly I would go with the part #ETBC7 if I were you. The #ETBC7L is basically the same thing minus a couple wires and breakers so you may as well get the kit that has…

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Answer 11

Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a…

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Answer 12

Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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