How to Determine if 2017 Kia Sorento Has Tow Package to Pick Out Trailer Wiring

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Im trying to determine if my 2017 Kia Sorento has a tow package for the trailer lights. Is there a sure way to confirm this..what do I look for? Thanks

asked by: Charles F

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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 listed there too.

The Curt kit part # C56332 fits if you have the tow package and the # 118583 is correct for if you do not have the tow package. Also worth noting is that the part # 118583 will fit either variation of the vehicle due to how it installs. So, if you are in a time crunch and just want something now that you know will work this is the kit to go with. It's install isn't too bad at all as it installs inline with taillight connectors.

I attached install videos for both kits for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Short answer is we know the part #C56256 is a fit for your 2017 Kia Sorento as this harness plugs into the taillight connectors and provides the trailer wiring. Since it installs like this no tow package would be needed as all versions of the vehicle…

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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 package…

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Answer 3

I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C34ER as being the best receiver available for your 2022 Kia Sorento. This receiver has concealed cross tube which gives it a cleaner look on the back of your Sorento. The class III, 2" receiver will…

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Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C34ER will fit your 2022 Kia Sorento plug in hybrid. The hitch is rated for a maximum tongue weight of 600lbs with a maximum trailer weight of 4,000lbs. Be sure to check with your Kia dealer for the maximum…

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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…

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The first thing you will want to check is the owners manual for your 2015 Chevy Equinox. The manual contains the manufacturers recommendations and procedures for towing. Often times they recommend a break-in period on new vehicles before you can tow.…

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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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Answer 8

To install a 7-way trailer connector on the back of your 2017 Kia Sorento you'll first need a 4-way connector. Use #118583 which installs by plugging in behind the Kia's tail lights. If your trailer does not have brakes you can use the 4-way…

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Answer 9

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 10

To install a 7-way on your 2016 Kia Sorento first requires a 4-way. Since you do not have a the factory hitch it is very likely you do not have the tow package. The good news is that the harness for the vehicles without the tow package like #118583…

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Answer 11

The T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness part #118583 is a plug and play kit whereas the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter part #C59236 would require you to splice into wires on the vehicle which I do not recommend. They would function the same but…

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Answer 12

I'd set aside an afternoon to install the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness #118583 that you referenced on your 2020 Kia Sorento. It's a pretty simple install but routing the power wire up to the front of the vehicle might take a little extra…

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