Recommended Hitch and Wiring Harness for a 2002 Mitsubishi Montero

Updated 05/14/2025 | Published 04/29/2025

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Curt Mounting Bracket for 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

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No-Drill Mount Bracket, Long

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Question:

Hello, I am looking for a bolt on tow hitch for my 2002 Mitsubishi Montero with VIN JA4MW51R32J071808. Likewise tow hitch adaptor with ball, T connector wiring and L bracket.

asked by: Rene Z

Expert Reply:

Hey Rene, thanks for the information. To add a hitch to your 2002 Mitsubishi Montero, you'll want the Curt item # C13800. This is a class III, custom fit hitch with a 2" receiver, that includes all necessary hardware to bolt onto your Montero. It will not fit the Sport models and I do not have an option for a hitch that does.

For a wiring harness, I recommend the Curt T-Connector item # C55380. This custom-fit T-connector plugs into your Mitsubishi's wiring harness, which is located behind the tail lights. It will provide you with a 4-way connector.

I also recommend using the No-Drill Mount Bracket item # 18136 and the item # C42CR to secure the 4-way connector to your hitch. This will put it in an easy to reach spot and prevent the risk of it falling onto the road.

For a ball mount, we have the etrailer Ball Mount w/ Pre-Torqued 2" Ball item # e77DR. It has a 7,500 lbs capacity, a hitch pin, and a 4" drop, which will be helpful in keeping your trailer and Montero level.

What kind of trailer are you towing?

expert reply by: Jerred H

Rene

4/30/2025

The wiring harness, is it connected to the bumper lights or the tail lights on the body?

Jerred H.

4/30/2025

@Rene The Curt T-Connector item # C55380 connects to the tail lights on the body. There isn't a wiring harness that connects to the bumper lights.

Rene

4/30/2025

Hello Sir, thank you for your quick reply. My Montero has brake lights on the bumper as it also has tail lights on each side of the truck. But I get it. I should connect to the tail lights. That is why I sent my VIN number before to make sure everything is just bolt on. Thank you so much. I will be ordering these 4 items soon.

Jerred H.

4/30/2025

@Rene You're welcome! Happy to help! Let me know if you have any additional questions.

Rene

5/14/2025

Hello again, I just registered 2 vehicles that's the delay of buying the items. As long as we are sure about the C13800 tow hitch and harness would be bolt on.

Jerred H.

5/14/2025

@Rene Yeah, the Curt Hitch item # C13800 still bolts on to your 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. The Curt T-Connector Wiring Harness item # C55380 doesn't bolt on, but it's custom fit which is exactly what you want for an easy install! I recommend using the No-Drill Mount Bracket item # 18136 and the item # C42CR to secure the 4-way connector to your hitch. This will put it in an easy to reach spot and prevent the risk of it falling onto the road. The mounting bracket has a hose clamp that wraps around the Curt item # C13800 so it's not going anywhere.