Recommended Trailer Wiring For 2011 Honda Pilot

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I have a 2011 Honda Pilot that came with the from the factory but no trailer light hook up. Which trailer light kit would i need to purchase to fit this application as the 2 options for with tow package or without tow package are dramatically different

asked by: Garry

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You are correct there are dramatic differences in the trailer wiring for your 2011 Pilot. I called my contact at Tekonsha and asked about your vehicle.

If you are wanting a 4-way trailer connector on your Pilot you can use part # 118491. There is no cutting or splicing into the wiring on your vehicle.

If you want a 7-way trailer connector on your Honda you can use part # 118253.

expert reply by: Jeffrey L

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Joseph N.

6/15/2020

Hooked it up and nothing worked. No electric at the plug. Really put me in a bind. Had to attach flashlights to the trailer .

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Chris R.

6/19/2020

Did you check to make sure all the fuses and relays were securely attached? Other than a bad box (which would be really rare for a brand new harness) this is the only reason I can think of that would prevent any power from reaching the 4-Way.

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Joseph N.

6/21/2020

@ChrisR I got it to work. Seems some chipmunks chewed on some wires underneath. I had to splice wires and use connectors to get it to work. All is good. Pulled the trailer 1100 miles in two days. Thanks.

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Answer 1

If your 2013 Honda Pilot has the factory tow package you will find a connection point for the 4-way harness, like the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector #C56170, which you referenced,…

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Answer 3

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

The Replacement Shock for Titan Model 6 and 10 Brake Actuators part #T1242600 only works one way. When the brakes are applied it eases the movement of the trailer forward onto the brake actuator. There is no return spring, the tow vehicle would then…

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Answer 7

You did quite a bit of troubleshooting and homework on this so I commend you for that! Since it's not the relays, the fuses, or the trailer wiring that basically leaves the converter box of the wiring kit. Which you can test that with a circuit…

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Answer 8

I would be happy to help you. We do have a custom fit option that will not require you to mess with finding the correct color or wiring configurations on your 2013 Honda Ridgeline. It is the Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness with 7-Way…

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Answer 9

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Answer 11

Depending on how far they cut back at the factory tow package, you may be able to just a 7-Way plug like part #C55774. If they just cut off the 7-way plug but not the OEM connector port under the bumper this will work. I have attached a photo of what…

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