Does Trimming of Heat Shield of 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hurt Anything

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Any sort of issues with removing the heat shield and not replacing part of it?

asked by: Ken

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When you install a hitch like the Curt part # C13383 in a 2017 Chrysler Pacifica the heat shield does have to get modified.

Curt tested and was able to determine that the trimming of the heat shield did not affect anything negatively.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

If you have a hybrid, the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part #76046-SK is a fit for a 2019 Chrysler Pacifica Touring L so it will work great for you. It can be used for a bike rack or towing a trailer if needed. It has a hidden design…

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Answer 2

Adding a trailer hitch receiver to your 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid will not void your warranty because you are protected by what is called the Federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. This act says if something breaks on your vehicle and you take it in…

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Answer 3

In order to tow a trailer with your 2017 Chrysler Pacifica you will need a trailer hitch, wiring harness, and ball mount/hitch ball combo. Based on my research the factory tow package can vary a bit depending on what "group" is selected but…

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Answer 4

For your 2018 Chrysler Pacifica the best choice by far is the Curt part #C65CR because it has a hidden crosstube unlike the Curt hitch part #C13383. Because it gives you a better overall look and has even higher towing capacities it's the one I…

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Answer 5

You will not need any type of extension because the distance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the edge of the bumper on your 2023 Chrysler Pacifica will be 5 inches, as you can see in the photo. The closest part of the T2 Classic will be just…

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Answer 6

For a non-hybrid Pacifica, we recommend the Curt Class III hitch, part #C65CR. This US-made hitch installs so that the hitch crossbar is concealed behind the bumper. The only portion of the hitch that's visible is the receiver tube and safety…

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Answer 7

The towing capacity of a 2018 Chrysler Pacifica is 1,500 lbs if you don't have the factory tow package or 3,600 lbs if you do have the factory tow package. The use of electric trailer brakes is pretty common nowadays and I recommend looking for a…

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Answer 8

Between the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C29UR and item #C13383, I recommend the item #C29UR because it doesn't hang down as much. Both hitches are confirmed to fit the 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid and have identical 4,000 lbs towing capacities.…

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Answer 9

This is a really great question! So ideally you have the trailer sitting as level as possible when you are towing. So that means that if your vehicle suspension is going to sag with the tongue weight of your trailer on the ball mount you'd want…

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Answer 10

For your 2018 Chrysler Pacifica the etrailer Hitch part #e98903 is a confirmed fit and would still allow you to use your hands free liftgate. At the very worst you might have to run your foot to either side of the hitch opening but it will still work…

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Answer 11

That's a ground strap that you have circled in your picture. You can basically run that to any metal bolt that touches the metal frame and you'd be fine, but if you were to use it on the same bolt it would have to go over the hitch flange and…

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Answer 12

For your 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid the etrailer #e98903 is a confirmed fit and would work great. At this time (January 2021) it's the only option.

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