Recommended Parts to Tow a Trailer with a 2015 Nissan Pathfinder
Question:
Hi, I have a Nissan pathfinder 2015 and would like to buy a travel trailer that is 4000lb or less. is it a good idea to purchase the item F4118? and what else I would need to install so the truck doesnt bag down in the back? also, do I need any brake controller, and which one you recommend plug and play? Do I need to upgrade any transmission radiator? This is my list of things to purchase: 76031 118273 KS3990 F4118 ? TK90160? Please help and thanks for any suggestions and help. Im new to this.
asked by: Rafael A
Expert Reply:
You are definitely on the right track when it comes to everything you need for towing with your 2015 Nissan Pathfinder. The Firestone Coil-Rite Air Helper Springs # F4118 is a good idea to help with sag, but we always recommend using a weight distribution (WD) system for any trailer that weighs more than half of the curb weight (unloaded weight) of the tow vehicle.
A WD system will help with sag because it distributes the total tongue weight (loaded tongue weight of the trailer and anything loaded behind the rear axle of your Pathfinder) between all of the axles involved so that you have a much more smooth ride. Another benefit of a WD system is that if you get the right one it will help reduce trailer sway from cross-winds or vehicles that are passing by. For your application I recommend going with the Strait-Line Weight Distribution System # RP66087 which comes with everything you need and is rated perfectly for the size of trailer you're looking at.
I took a look at the online owner's manual for your Pathfinder and the max towing weight capacity is 5,000 lbs so since the max you're looking at is a 4K trailer you don't need to worry about installing an extra transmission cooler since you aren't pushing the limits. If you wanted to you can, but I wouldn't deem it necessary unless you plan on towing in the mountains.
As far as the rest of the parts you mentioned goes (listed below) they all look good!
Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch - # 76031
T-One Wiring - # 118273
K-Source Towing Mirrors - # KS3990
Primus IQ Brake Controller - # TK90160
Wiring Adapter - # 3050-P
Strait-Line Weight Distribution System # RP66087
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Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 7-Way Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Vehicle End Connector
- No Converter
- Factory Tow Package
- 7 Round - Blade
- Plug and Lead
- Plug-In
- Tekonsha
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Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Nissan and Infiniti
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Wiring Adapter
- Plugs into Brake Controller
- Vehicle Specific
- Tekonsha
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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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K-Source Universal Dual Lens Towing Mirrors - Clip On - Pair
- Towing Mirrors
- Clip-On Mirror
- Manual
- Pair of Mirrors
- Universal Fit
- Non-Heated
- Fits Driver and Passenger Side
- K Source
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Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller - Up to 3 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Splice-In
- Under-Dash Box
- Under-Dash
- Up to 3 Axles
- LED Display
- Single Trailer Only
- Tekonsha
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Firestone Coil-Rite Air Helper Springs - Rear Axle
- Vehicle Suspension
- Towing/Load Leveling
- Air Springs
- Light Duty
- Rear Axle Suspension Enhancement
- Firestone
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