2005 Nissan Xterra Trailer Wiring Troubleshoot
Question:
I have the correct wiring harness connected to the pre-tow package. Everything works on my trailer except the parking lights and it was tested/confirmed with a second vehicle. Nissan said there were no updated relays. Do I need an additional part or fuse? If so, how do I know which one to replace? They all looked fine. I traced the ground wire and there is no damage.
asked by: Luke B
Expert Reply:
According to Curt, if your Xterra does not have the full tow package installed, the # 118263 will install, but as you have found, the trailer tail lights will not function. It sounds as if your Xterra does not have the factory tow package.
For the Xterra without the tow package, we recommend either the Curt # C56225 which includes the sub harness and relays (which unfortunately, are not sold separately) or the Hopkins # 43605 that taps inline with the factory harness connection to the vehicle tail light assemblies.
Either of the two harnesses I recommended will provide a functioning tail light circuit at the connector for your trailer.
I have linked you to the products I recommended, and have also linked you to an install video and instructions for the # 118252 harness.
Products Referenced in This Question
Plug-N-Tow (R) Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Hopkins
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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
- CURT
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Replacement Wiring Harness for Tow Ready Nissan Vehicle Wiring Harness
- Accessories and Parts
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Wiring Harness
- Tow Ready
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