Recommended Trailer Hitch And Wiring For 2014 Jeep Compass

Question:

Hi, I have a 2014 jeep compass and am looking to install a hitch the main purpose for the hitch will be for moving. Such as, pulling a trailer with furniture in it. not a lot of furniture basically a couch, crib, t.v stand and futon are the heaviest things and of course boxes. What hitch would your recommend? thank you!

asked by: Hope C

Expert Reply:

The trailer hitch I recommend for your 2014 Compass is the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver, part # 75712. This is a Class lll trailer hitch and it has a 2-inch receiver opening.

Since you plan on towing you might be interested in 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.

If the ball mount kit does not include a ball mount with the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, check out the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

Since you are towing you will need a trailer wiring harness. I recommend the T-One vehicle Wiring Harness, part # 118539. This plugs into the existing wiring behind the tail lights on your Jeep and you then secure the ground wire to a clean metal surface and last run the hot lead wire to the positive battery post.

When working with electrical connectors I recommend using dielectric grease like part # 11755. This keeps dirt and moisture out of the electrical connections and helps prevent corrosion.