Parts Needed to Tow a Trailer with a 2016 Jeep Cherokee Sport
Question:
I need help ing products. I have a jeep cherokee 2016 sport and I want to add a tow package so I can tow a boat. What do I need besides the hitch and the wiring? Thank you
asked by: Samantha B
Expert Reply:
To tow a trailer with your 2016 Jeep Cherokee Sport you'll need the hitch receiver and wiring like you mentioned. Plus, a ball mount, hitch, ball, and a pin and clip. I've linked an article that explains each part in detail for you.
The trailer hitch receiver I recommend is the etrailer item # e73ZR. It's a Class III, 2 inch receiver designed specifically for your Jeep. I like this hitch because all you see is the receiver opening and safety chain loops once it's installed.
Then for the 4-way trailer connector use # 118605. To install it you'll need to remove the Jeep's tail lights and plug the harness in. Then run a wire to the vehicle's battery to power the harness. This way the trailer's lights won't draw power from your Jeep's light circuits.
You'll also need a ball mount and hitch ball. I've attached a 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.
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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B&W Tow & Stow 2-Ball Mount - 2" Hitch - 5" Drop, 5-1/2" Rise - 7.5K - Black
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Adjustable Ball Mount
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- Two Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Matte Black
- Drop - 5 Inch
- Rise - 5 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- B and W
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Blue Ox Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitches
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Standard Pin Lock
- Keyed Unique
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Flush Pin
- 2-3/4 Inch Span
- Blue Ox
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Pin and Clip for 2" and 2-1/2" Hitches - 5/8" Diameter x 3-1/4" Span
- Hitch Pins and Clips
- Standard Hitch Pin
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- 5/8 Inch Diameter
- 4 Inch Span
- Draw-Tite
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 675 lbs TW
- 4500 lbs GTW
- 5500 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 750 lbs WD TW
- etrailer
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