Can 2014 Dodge Journey Tow More Than 1,000 lbs Safely
Published 08/09/2019
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I have a dodge journey 2014 GCWR is 6000lb Max GTW 1000lb. Max tongue 100lb I wanna install a hitch but my understanding is that i can pull maximum a 1000lb trailer? i mean if the trailer full is 1000lb is the maximum that i can pull? Im asking because is weird that i can move a trailer with more that that weight with my hands, why the car cant do it? also online they recommend a 4000lb hitch for my car, but why 4.000 if the manual said 1000 max if im understanding correctly, thanks!
asked by: Cesar
Expert Reply:
If the owner's manual for your 2014 Dodge Journey has your max trailer towing listed at 1,000 lbs then I don't advise going over that because that's what Dodge has tested and approved for your vehicle. If you do tow more than that and something is damaged you would most likely be voiding your warranty.
For towing equipment I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame # 75648 because it has a great look on your vehicle plus it includes a welded-on tab so you can use a bracket like part # 18144 to hold your 4-Way wiring connector.
I recommend using Tekonsha wiring as it has higher amp ratings and we have found the Tekonsha wiring to be the most reliable. For LED lights use T-One # 118536 but if you don't have LED lights then use T-One # 118567.
To complete a towing setup you also need a ball mount kit. I recommend checking out Ball Mount Kit # 989900 because it includes two ball mounts, one with a 3/4” rise/2” drop and the other with a 2-3/4” rise/4” drop, a 1-7/8” hitch ball, a 2” hitch ball, and a pin and clip. You will want to refer to the attached ball mount article to ensure that this kit is correct for your towing application.
I have attached some installation videos for you to checkout.
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Cesar
8/9/2019
I have a dodge journey 2014 GCWR is 6000lb Max GTW 1000lb. Max tongue 100lb I wanna install a hitch but my understanding is that i can pull maximum a 1000lb trailer? i mean if the trailer full is 1000lb is the maximum that i can pull? Im asking because is weird that i can move a trailer with more that that weight with my hands, why the car cant do it? also online they recommend a 4000lb hitch for my car, but why 4.000 if the manual said 1000 max if im understanding correctly, thanks!