Parts Needed To Pull a Small Trailer With a 2018 Dodge Journey GT
Question:
I have a 2018 Dodge Journey GT and need to pull a small trailer. Is there a simple wiring plug into the wiring under the rear bumper that will used for trailer lights?
asked by: Chris R
Expert Reply:
For your 2018 Dodge Journey GT you will need either the Kit # 118567 if you have incandescent tail light or the Kit # 118536 if you have LED tail lights. This will require connecting in line of your tail lights and running a power wire to the battery. The additional wiring is needed as there is not wiring already ran for a trailer connection on your Journey.
I recommend using the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98845 for connecting to your trailer. This gives you a 2" receiver with a hitch height approximately 14" off the ground. You can pair this with the Towing Starter Kit # C45534 to tow a trailer which has a 2" ball coupler.
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Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches - 2" Ball - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 7.5K
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T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
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- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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