Recommended Hitch and Towing Set Up for a 2015 Chevy Traverse

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I just bought a 2015 chevy traverse. It doesnt have a hitch on it. Which products will I need for the wiring. I want to have the option for a trailer with brakes

asked by: Matthew O

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I would be happy to help you set your 2015 Chevy Traverse up for towing. For a hitch you will want the etrailer trailer hitch item # e98863. This hitch is custom fit and bolts directly to your Traverse with included hardware. It has a clean post install look that has the receiver sitting behind your rear bumper and not hanging down below your vehicle.

To control your trailer's brakes you will need a 7-way connector. If your Traverse has the factory tow package all you will need is the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness item # 118271. However, this is unlikely since you do not have a factory hitch. Instead, you will need two separate wiring harness that combined will give you a 7-way way connector. The first is the Tekonsha item # 118270. This harness will give you a 4-flat connector capable of controlling your trailer's lighting functions. The second harness you will need is the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires item # ETBC7. The kit includes a pre-wired 7- and 4-way trailer connector that mounts easily at the rear of your vehicle with an included bracket. This kit is designed for use on a vehicle with an existing 4-way flat trailer connector and plugs directly into it. This 7-way connector also allows you to retain your 4-flat connector for use on multiple trailers.

You will also need a brake controller. I recommend the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller item # RED24FR and the Redarc Plug in Adapter item # RED27FR. The Tow-Pro Liberty is a proportional brake controller that activates your trailer's brakes when your Traverse decelerates. It has a unique installation method that leaves only the control knob visible. The main unit is hidden behind the dash which means no bulky controller to bang your knee or shin on.

To round out your towing setup I recommend the Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches item # C45534. This towing kit will provide you with a 2" ball and a fixed ball mount with a 3/4" rise and 2" drop. It also includes a hitch pin and clip, hitch receiver lock with keys, hitch cover, and a storage case.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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There are several ways that you can cut off the power to your trailer brakes. The easiest option would be to simply unplug your brake controller. If the brake controller is disconnected, the brakes will not receive power. If your brake controller was…

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I took a look at your owner's manual and the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse has a bundle of blunt cut wires behind the instrument panel above the parking brake assembly for the electric trailer to wire a brake controller to. According to the owner'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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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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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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Hey Jeremy, Typically with boat trailers the manufacturer will install hydraulic surge brakes because you don't have to worry about the water damaging wires like you would with electric brakes. That being said, if you use a heat shrink butt…

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The Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty #RED24FR is the way to go over the Elite #RED44FR as you get the nicer functions of the Elite at a lower price. The Elite has the ability to be the more preferred proportional style of controller as well as a time-delayed…

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If you have a vehicle specific wiring harness for a brake controller then that would indicate that you have a factory tow package and subsequently would already have a 7-way at the back of your vehicle. The universal 7-way connector #ETBC7 is meant…

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I recommend the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller #RED24FR for your 2023 Toyota Tacoma with the factory tow package. You will be able to connect the wiring using the Redarc Adapter #RED99FR directly to the factory connector. We also have the…

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Sure thing, I will go ahead and list out what you need for your 2023 Kia Sportage to add a 7-way for a brake controller so you can tow with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C94WR: - T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector…

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For your 2024 Nissan Frontier I recommend the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller #RED24FR. I like the Liberty because it is simple, reliable, and looks great in any vehicle. The main unit installs behind the dash, so only the control knob will…

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The first thing you will need for your 1999 D250 is a 4-way. The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness #C55317 plugs into the connection points behind your rear bumper and will allow you to power your trailer's signal lights. Once the 4-way is…

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