Could a 2001 Nissan Xterra have a 4-Way Hardwired to it Using Trailer Connector Port
Question:
I need to add a 4 pin trailer wiring harness but I dont have time to get a plug in shipped. It has the tow package connector. If I hard wire a kit, do I need to use a convertor? There are 6 wires going in but only 4 will come out. How do I figure out the color codes on the wires?
asked by: Tim
Expert Reply:
Sounds like you are wanting to hardwire a 4-way to the trailer wiring harness on your vehicle. The only way to know the function is to test the wires with a tester like part # PTW2993 like what you see in the video I attached a link to.
Since the trailer wiring harness for your 2001 Xterra like the part # 118244 does not have a converter in it the circuits would easily be ready to be hardwired to a 4-way.
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Tow Package Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector - Nissan Xterra
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 400 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 6000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 600 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
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