Trailer Hitch, Wiring, and Brake Controller for a 2007 Honda Odyssey

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I realize I forgot to specify my connector and I use a 7-pin connector to connect to the tent trailer. I have no need for a 4-pin flat connector. Does that change my needs in your response? One more question regarding my order. I finally checked the manual for my 2007 Odyssey and it mentions I also need a power steering fluid cooler. Is that something you also recommend? Which product?

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Yes, I will be happy to help add tow options to your 2007 Honda Odyssey. First you will need Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75270. This hitch has a maximum tongue weight rating up to 675 lbs and gross trailer weight rating up to 4,500 lbs. If the towing capacity in your Odyssey owner's manual is lower that the capacity of this hitch, tow according to the weight limits in your manual. There is no drilling required for installation.

Next, you will need 4-way Flat Trailer Connector # 118438. The purpose of this item is to control and allow the basic hookup of the three lighting functions (running, turn, and brake lights) plus one pin is provided for a ground wire. Most standard light duty trailers will use a 4-pole flat connector.

The etrailer.com Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches 7,500 lbs # 989900 is an excellent product to consider. It includes two ball mounts, two hitch balls and pin & clips.

Since you are towing a trailer with electric brakes, the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller 7-Way # ETBC7 will work with your Honda Odyssey. This kit includes everything you need to install an electric trailer brake controller and 7-way connector. For full install video I have the link attached.

If you need a brake controller, Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller # 90195 is one of our most popular items. This proportional brake controller will activate your trailer brakes in a proportion to your vehicle's braking action. It'll automatically adjust your trailer's braking based on the deceleration of the tow vehicle and it activates immediately so there's no pausing like with your time delay brake controllers. It does have an automatic leveling ability because there's an internal sensor on the inside which will detect deceleration even if the controller is not mounted flat.

I checked a manual for a Honda Odyssey and it did mention install an additional ATF (automatic transmission fluid) cooler to help prevent the transmission from overheating, and damaging. Check with your owners manual to confirm.

One of our most popular cooler combinations is the Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit w/Barb Inlets, # D13502. This fan measures 11" Wide x 7-1/4" tall x 7/8" deep. if you have enough room to mount this cooler, this would be a great option for you.

expert reply by: Timothy G

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Brian

5/22/2018

I realize I forgot to specify my connector and I use a 7-pin connector to connect to the tent trailer. I have no need for a 4-pin flat connector. Does that change my needs in your response? One more question regarding my order. I finally checked the manual for my 2007 Odyssey and it mentions I also need a power steering fluid cooler. Is that something you also recommend? Which product?

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Timothy G.

5/31/2018

If your van does not have a 4-Way flat already you will be required to add one because it plugs into the # ETBC7 to provide the lights to the 7-Way. Adding coolers like a power steering fluid cooler and a transmission fluid cooler will help prolong the life of those components. The power steering fluid cooler I recommend is part # D13200. This is a 2-pass cooler that measures 12-5/8 X 2-1/2 X 3/4 inches. This includes the hose, clamps, and mounting hardware needed for installation. I have attached a drawing that shows how a power steering cooler is typically installed. Another option is instead of getting 2 separate coolers you could get a combination cooler like # D15902 and use one part for transmission fluid and the other power steering fluid (instead of engine oil).

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Answer 1

Many car manufacturers will state that a transmission cooler and/or power steering cooler is needed when towing in order to protect the transmission and power steering pump when under load and to be in compliance with warranty requirements. It is…

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Answer 2

When installing a power steering cooler like #D13200 on a vehicle that has a factory power steering cooler, the best thing to do is install the supplemental cooler in line with the factory cooler. What you will do is find the return line from the…

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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 little I was able to learn about the VelociRAX 5 bike rack on their website, the rack is compatible with a 2 inch hitch that has a tongue weight capacity of at least 500 lbs, and the Draw-Tite #75270 Class III hitch meets both those…

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Answer 6

For your 2013 Honda Odyssey the best deal for a Class III hitch is the Draw Tite part #75270. The price is great and the Draw Tite hitch has an incredible amount of positive reviews from our customers who have installed and used it. I also attached…

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Answer 7

The primary difference is a matter of numbers. When installed, the Draw-Tite Class III #76025 will sit so the inside top edge of the receiver tube sits about 13 inches above the ground, and the receiver tube will sit under the bumper so that the…

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Answer 8

I have exactly what you need to add a 7-way trailer connector to a 2016 Honda Odyssey. For this, you'll need to start with a 4-way trailer connector and I recommend the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness part #118521 which is plug-n-play. Then you can…

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Answer 9

The custom fit receivers we offer do come with the appropriately sized/pitched bolts. If anything we get phone calls where the 1.25 bolts seem too big. If you have any issues trying to get the bolts into the existing weld nuts on the van we recommend…

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