Trailer Wiring Harness Recommendation for a 2005 Nissan Frontier without Factory Tow Package

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My 2005 nissan frontier crew cab did not come with factory tow package is this still the wiring harness I need to add on tow wiring?

asked by: Jason R

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Since your 2005 Nissan Frontier did not come with a tow package, I recommend trailer wiring harness # C56225.

I have included a link to the installation details and a video showing a typical installation for you to view.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

It sounds like there is a short on the trailer and that is what caused the lights to stop working after a brief amount of time. If you plan on towing with this trailer again I would recommend you go over the wiring of the trailer looking for an…

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Answer 2

For your 2022 Nissan Frontier, I recommend Wiring Harness #C56225. As far as a hitch goes we do have a few options for your truck, however, I recommend one of best sellers, the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98869. This is a custom made class…

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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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Answer 4

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 5

From what I can find on the 2022 Nissan Frontier, the plug for the brake controller that will let you use a harness like the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers #3050-P is located just above the OBD connector, taped tight…

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Answer 6

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…

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Answer 7

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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Answer 8

From what I could find, it looks like the plug for a trailer brake controller on your 2023 Nissan Frontier is located in the same location as the 2022 model year. That is behind the side panel by the OBD connector and is likely pushed back into the…

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Answer 9

So you will need to access the 12 pin jumper plug in your Frontier's cab, which as you said is on the passenger’s side behind the kick panel. This is where you will install the harness and relays that activate the trailer tow package, and the…

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Answer 10

The relay location on Nissan vehicles can be interesting. A lot of times on the Frontier it's behind the kick panel on the passenger side like where you checked but the other common location is under the dash to the left of the steering wheel…

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Answer 11

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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Answer 12

I checked with our vendors and the only option to purchase the relay you need for your 2022 Nissan Frontier is to get the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness item #C56225. This includes the necessary relays that Nissan leaves out when building…

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