Recommended Trailer Hitch and Wiring for Towing with a 2019 Nissan Pathfinder

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What do you recommend for a trailer hitch and wiring for trailer towing with my 2019 Pathfinder? There are a ton of choices between both and I'm not sure what to get.

asked by: Harold

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I recommend using the etrailer.com Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98908 for your 2019 Nissan Pathfinder because it is a Class III trailer hitch with a 2" receiver, a hidden crosstube, and a matte black finish that does a better job at hiding scratches and dings from road debris than the glossy black finish that most other trailer hitches have.

Then for wiring I recommend the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118273 which comes with a 7-Way connector and all of the relays you need to activate the tow package. You can upgrade to a 4-Way/7-Way connector by using the Hopkins # HM40950 and then secure either option to your hitch receiver using the Curt Easy Mount Bracket # C58000.

If the trailer you plan on towing has brakes then you'll also need a brake controller. I really like the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite # 331-EBRH-ACCV2 because it can be installed virtually anywhere since you only need access to the small dial. This eliminates needing to have a big brake controller under your dash where it normally makes contact with your knee. You can connect this to the OEM connector under your dash using the adapter # 3050-S.

To complete a towing setup you also need a ball mount kit. I recommend checking out Ball Mount Kit # 989900 because it includes two ball mounts, one with a 3/4” rise/2” drop and the other with a 2-3/4” rise/4” drop, a 1-7/8” hitch ball, a 2” hitch ball, and a pin and clip. You will want to refer to the attached ball mount article to ensure that this kit is correct for your towing application.

Some review and install videos have been linked for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

Yes, there is fascia trimming required to install the etrailer item #e98908 hitch on your 2019 Nissan Pathfinder. I have linked a video of the installation being done on a 2018 Pathfinder we had in the shop over the summer. If you skip ahead to the…

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Answer 2

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 3

For ease of install, the trailer wiring harness I highly recommend for your 2019 Nissan Pathfinder without the tow package is the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness #C56281 because it does not require any type of splicing into your Nissan's…

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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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For your 2020 Nissan Pathfinder we have the Curt hitch part #C13309 as a confirmed fit that would work really well. It has a hidden crosstube so it's mostly out of plainsight, installs easily, and has great towing capacities. I attached a picture…

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Answer 6

You can replace your 7.50-15LT trailer tire; you would only need a replacement that fits that size rim and is similar in overall size while also having a load rating that matches or exceeds your boat trailer's GVWR. For this I strongly recommend…

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Yes, the hands free liftgate feature on your 2018 Nissan Pathfinder will still be functional with the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part #76031 installed. However, in order to activate this feature you will need to place your foot on…

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The Curt Class III Trailer Hitch, #C13309, is confirmed to fit your 2017 Nissan Pathfinder. My contact at Curt confirmed with me that the hitch will not interfere with the relay that is located at under the bumper. The hands free lift gate feature…

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Answer 9

Yes, 2 fishwire are included to help install the 1/2" bolts for the etrailer.com Trailer Hitch #E98845 on your 2016 Dodge Journey. Attached is a sample installation video and the written instructions for you to check out. If you let me know what…

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