Trailer Hitch and Wiring for a 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk
Updated 04/06/2015 | Published 04/04/2015
Question:
I have a 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk. I want a trailer hitch with only the receiver visible. This one looks like it will work. Your thoughts?
asked by: Margaret
Expert Reply:
Since you want a trailer hitch that only has the receiver visible on your 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk I do recommend Curt hitch # C13172. I have linked a video showing installation of the hitch on a Trailhawk model and you can see that only the receiver is visible.
If you plan on doing some towing I recommend etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.
If the ball mount kit does not have the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, use the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.
To add a 4-Way flat trailer connector I recommend wiring harness # 118605. I have linked a video showing how the wiring installs as well.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class III
- 750 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 6000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 750 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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