Recommended Trailer Hitch And Wiring For 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
Question:
I have a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. I think the hitch I need is 87625 Hidden Hitch Class 3 Trailer Hitch Receiver. I am looking for a simple wiring harness to connect my trailer lights. Can you help me find the right one? Thanks
asked by: Paul M
Expert Reply:
The Draw-Tite Max-Frame, part # 76031 (which replaced the Hidden Hitch 87625) is a great fit for your 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. This is a Class lV hitch and has a 2 inch receiver opening.
Since you plan on doing some towing I recommend the etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.
For the trailer wiring, if you have the factory tow package on your Pathfinder I recommend the Hopkins Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring, part # HM40975. This plugs into the connector located by the back bumper as shown in the attached installation video.
If you do not have a factory tow package, you will need to do some hardwiring for a trailer connector. Since your Pathfinder has a separate wiring system you will need to install a harness with a converter like part # 119178KIT. This includes the harness and a circuit tester to identify the wires needed when installing the harness. This will give you a 4-way connector at the rear of your Pathfinder.
If your trailer has brakes and requires a 7-way connector, you will need part # ETBC7. This will connect to the 4-way connector and with some additional wiring will give you a 7-way connector at the rear of your vehicle.
If the trailer has brakes I recommend part # 90885 for a brake controller. This is our most popular controller because it is easy to install and operate.
I have attached links to some product review videos and helpful articles you can take a look at.
Products Referenced in This Question
Tekonsha Tail Light Converter with 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector and Install Kit
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Converter
- 1-1/2 Feet Long
- Universal Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
- Dash Mount
- Up to 4 Axles
- LED Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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etrailer Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- Two Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Rise - 1 Inch
- Rise - 3 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Ball Mount Kit
- etrailer
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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Installation Kits
- etrailer
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7- and 4-Pole Trailer Connector Socket w/ Mounting Bracket - Vehicle End
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 7 Round - Blade
- 4 Flat
- Hopkins
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class IV
- 900 lbs TW
- 6000 lbs GTW
- 6000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 900 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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