Routing 4-Way Out of Vehicle for 7-Way Adapter that is Stored in Trunk Area

Question:

I have a 2017 outback with a hitch and 4pin tow connector that I bought from you. I want to put a 7 pin connector on the hitch. My question is how do I run the 4pin connector in the trunk to underneath the car to the hitch. None of videos show how you get it down there. Appreciate any suggestions. Thanks

asked by: Phil M

Expert Reply:

When installing a 7-way adapter like the # 37185 on a vehicle that has a 4-way that is stored in the rear trunk area when not in use you will have to find a way to route the 4-way out of the vehicle through the trunk floor. Since this isn't a super common situation for us we don't have a video on it for your vehicle. What you will want to do is take apart the trunk area getting to the bottom of the trunk floor pan and look for any grommets or holes that you could pass the 4-way through. It's possible there isn't anything there so you would need to drill a hole and use a rubber grommet to route it out of the vehicle. You'll have to use your best judgment for that.

expert reply by: Jameson C