Parts Needed to Tow Trailer with 2015 Buick Enclave

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hi i am getting ready to put a 5000 lb. trailer hitch on my 2015 Buick enclave which has never had a hitch installed. the trailer will have 2 axels and 4 electric disk brakes. do you sell all the parts i will need to accomplish this?

asked by: Phillip Z

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We do have all of the parts you're going to need, so never fear!

For a hitch I recommend using the etrailer # e98863, which has a nice, durable powder coating that will hold up to the rigors of towing. This is a custom fit hitch so there's no need for drilling to install. You'll also need a wiring harness, so I recommend using the Tekonsha # 118271, which will give you the 7 way plug you need to tow your trailer with brakes.

For a brake controller I recommend using the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 # 90195, which will give you proportional braking for your trailer. This means that the brakes on the trailer are applied with the same force as they are applied on the tow vehicle, so you'll get a very responsive towing experience. You can use the plug and play adapter # 3026-P to make this a very easy installation.

To complete your towing package you'll also need a ball mount, hitch ball, hitch pin and clip. You should be able to use something like the etrailer Ball Mount Kit # EBMK4, which gives you a ball mount that can be used in either a 3" rise or 4" drop orientation and comes with both 1-7/8" and 2" hitch balls, hitch pin, clip and storage bag. You'll want to measure the distance from the top of your receiver to the ground and then subtract the distance from the bottom of the trailer coupler to the ground; this will tell you whether or not you need to use a rise or drop for the ball mount. I've linked a helpful article that outlines how to measure in a bit more detail.

I've also linked some installation and review videos of the parts I've mentioned above that you can check out.

expert reply by: Erik B

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Answer 1

You are on the right track! The Draw Tite hitch part #75528 is a confirmed fit for your 2014 Buick Enclave as well as the trailer wiring kit #118270. The wiring mount part #18144 will also give you a place to mount the 4-way that bolts to the bumper.…

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Answer 2

For a trailer hitch for your 2012 Buick Enclave the Draw Tite hitch part #75528 is a confirmed fit and will work well. I attached an install video for more info on this. Then for trailer wiring all you'd need is the #118450 to provide you with a…

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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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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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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 6

Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a…

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To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota RAV4, I recommend the etrailer item #e23ZR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 4,000 lbs towing capacity, and a 600…

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Answer 8

Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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Answer 9

If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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Answer 10

I definitely understand being a bit overwhelmed by the amount of options in front of you, however I can definitely help with differentiating the trailer hitches for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon along with explaining my personal recommendation,…

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Answer 11

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 12

Yes, your kick sensor for your hands free liftgate will still work after installing a Class III receiver on your 2024 Toyota RAV4 XSE. I have linked an install video near the bottom of the page for our etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e23ZR being…

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