Is Splicing Required To Install a Trailer Wiring Harness On a 2020 Cadillac XT5
Question:
Can I install a trailer wiring harness on my 2020 Cadillac XT5 without cutting wires like is there some kind of plug?
asked by: Gary
Expert Reply:
The 2020 Cadillac XT5 has a tow package port which is located behind the rear bumper fascia. Therefore, you can use a plug-in-play wiring harness which does not require any wire splicing or cutting. I recommend the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness part # 118720 if you need a 4-way or part # 118276 if you need a 7-way. The 7-way would be needed if the trailer has brakes and in which case you would also need a brake controller. I recommend the Curt Echo Mobile Trailer Brake Controller part # C51180 because it is very easy to use as it plugs into the 7-way and also easy to learn as it is operated via your mobile device. I have attached a photo to show where the factory tow package port is located.
If you don't already have a trailer hitch or one picked out, I recommend the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver part # e62AR which is a bolt-on fit. Therefore, you could mount the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness to this with part # 18144 for the 4-way or part # PK12711U for the 7-way.
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 7-Way Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 7 Round - Blade
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Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller - 7-Way Plug Mount w/ Bluetooth App - 1 to 2 Axle - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Hidden
- Up to 2 Axles
- Smartphone Display
- CURT
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 750 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 6000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 750 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- etrailer
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Mounting Bracket and Installation Hardware - Pollak 7-Pole, RV-Style Trailer Connector - Vehicle End
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Wiring
- Mounting Hardware
- Brackets
- 7 Round
- Pollak
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T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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