How to Determine if 2016 Kia Sorento Has Factory Tow Prep Package

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How to Determine if 2016 Kia Sorento EX Has Factory Tow Prep Package

asked by: Mark W

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The elements that comprise a factory tow package vary greatly from manufacturer to manufacturer and even between different model vehicles of the same manufacturer. Based on my research, it looks like the tow package for your 2016 Kia Sorento would simply feature a larger cooler and pre wiring for a trailer connector. To determine if your vehicle has the factory tow package, I recommend visiting your local Kia dealer with your VIN. They will then be able to tell you exactly what was installed at the factory.

If you are looking to tow a trailer, we have everything needed to set up your Sorento.

For a trailer hitch, I recommend the Draw-Tite Class III Max Frame Round Tube # 75908. This will provide a 5,000 pound towing capacity, although I also recommend checking the vehicle's capacity as listed in the owner's manual, as this will likely be the limiting factor. Unlike the Curt hitch that is also confirmed to fit your Sorento, Draw-Tite does not require the use of stabilizing straps # 18050 with non-trailer loads such as bike racks and cargo carriers.

To install a 4-Way connector needed to power the trailer's signal lights, I recommend the Curt T-Connector Wiring Harness # C56332 if the vehicle does in fact have the tow package. If you do not have the tow package, I instead recommend the Tekonsha T-One Wiring Harness # 118583. Both of these harnesses are simple installations that will plug directly into existing ports on the vehicle.

I have attached an article that will help you determine the size ball mount needed to tow your trailer level. I have also included a link that will take you to our available selection that you can look through.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Answer 1

The Draw-Tite custom fit hitch part #75908 for the 2016 Kia Sorento max tongue weight capacity is up to 500 lbs. The tongue weight rating does not change if you weld the hitch to the vehicle's frame. The hitch may be rated up to 5,000 lbs…

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Answer 2

There is a panel just under and behind your driver's side wheel well that you can remove to determine if you have the tow package or not. If you check out the attached picture you can see what wiring will be in this location for the tow…

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Answer 3

If your 2020 Kia Sorento has the factory tow package, there will be a tail light wiring connector behind the rear tire of the driver side, on the outside of the frame rail. As shown in the attached photos, an underbody cover will need to be removed…

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Lets start with what you need to add to your 2016 Kia Sorento. I have two options for adding a 7-way to your vehicle. If you want a plug and play installation, we have the Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness #TK24FR. This would replace…

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Answer 5

The simplest and most reliable way to determine if your 2017 Kia Sorento came with the tow package would be to contact a Kia dealer and give them your VIN and they'll be able to tell. Or if you still have the original window sticker it would be…

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Answer 6

Yes, your 2019 Kia Sedona without the factory tow package is still compatible with the Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness with Brake Controller Adapter #TK24FR. According to the manufacturer, Tekonsha, this is compatible with all models…

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I do have an option for you but there isn't a plug and play seven way trailer connector option for a 2021 Kia Sorento without the factory tow package therefore no, the Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness with 7 Way Trailer Connector…

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Answer 8

If the 4-way kit you installed tied into the factory trailer wiring of the 2017 Kia Sorento then yes the 7-way kit part #TK24FR that you referenced would work as an easy upgrade to also install a brake controller. If the 4-way installed using the…

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Answer 9

The exterior lights on your trailer - stop, turn and tail - and the interior lights will usually be fed by different power sources. On an RV-style 7-way the stop/turn light signals are carried on the pins at the 3-o-clock and 9-o-clock positions and…

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Answer 10

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 11

Absolutely, you can check just behind the rear tire on the driver's side of your 2019 Kia Sorento, on the outside of the frame rail. The factory connector, if present, will look like the one in the attached photo (B). Note that you will need to…

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Answer 12

I looked up the towing capacity of your 2016 Kia Sedona and it looks to have a towing capacity of 3,500 lbs so a 2,700 lb camper would be no problem at all. For a hitch you then would want the Draw Tite part #75894 which is a confirmed fit. I…

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