How Can I Tell if My 2013 Nissan Pathfinder Came With Factory Tow Package
Question:
How can I tell if my Nissan Pathfinder 2013 has a factory tow package installed I want to order the right wiring kit thank you
asked by: Gayle I
Expert Reply:
All 2013 Nissan Pathfinders came pre-wired for a tow package, so we know your Pathfinder at least has something. If your Pathfinder came with the tow package option from the dealer, then you would have a trailer hitch and trailer wiring at the back of the Pathfinder.
Since you are asking for a wiring kit, I'm guessing you need the wiring still. For this I recommend the Curt 7-Way Wiring Harness, # C56357, if you want a 7-pin trailer connector or the Curt 4-Way Wiring Harness, # C56281, if you just need a 4-pin trailer connector. Be sure to choose the connector that matches the connector on your trailer. I've attached installations videos to give you an idea of how they install.
A 4-pin connector will only provide you with trailer light functions (stop, turn, tail) and a 7-way will also provide reverse lights, electric brake controls and a 12 volt trailer battery charge circuit and is more commonly used for camping trailers and trailers with electric brakes. If your trailer has electric brakes, then you will also need to add a brake controller like Curt Discovery Brake Controller # C84VV, and the Nissan Pathfinder Custom Plug-In Adapter # C51382.
If you also need to add a trailer hitch to complete your tow package, then I also recommend the Curt Class III Trailer Hitch, # C13126. This hitch has the best hidden design and looks factory once it is installed. I've attached an installation video of this as well for you to check out.
The last piece of the puzzle for towing a trailer is a ball mount. This can be a bit trickier to choose as the ball mount has to match the rise or drop required by your trailer. I've attached a help article on how to choose a ball mount for you to review.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
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- Class III
- 600 lbs TW
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- 2 Inch Hitch
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Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Wiring Adapter
- Plugs into Brake Controller
- Vehicle Specific
- CURT
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
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Curt Discovery NEXT Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Time Delayed
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- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
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- LCD Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
- CURT
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 7-Way Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
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- Custom Fit
- 7 Round - Blade
- CURT
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