Why Does Trailer Wiring for 2012 Jeep Liberty Require Running Battery Wire

Updated 03/22/2017 | Published 03/21/2017

Question:

Hello: Jeep Liberty 2012 you have Curt trailer wiring a hot wire goes from back to the hot side of the battery. then you have Hopkins that does not show the wire that goes to the hot side of the battery which means that the Hopkins model does not require that. Am I correct? thanks

asked by: Kam N

Expert Reply:

All of the trailer wiring kits we offer for your 2012 Jeep Liberty will require you to run a power wire up to the positive post of the vehicle battery. This ensures that the amperage draw of your trailer lights does not short out anything on the vehicle's taillight wiring. The install becomes more involved but it really is worth it since you don't have to worry about damaging your vehicle.

Since we have the best luck with the Tekonsha brand wiring kits the part # 118554 would be the kit I would recommend the highest for your vehicle. I attached an install video for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C