How Can I Tell if My 2013 Nissan Pathfinder Came With Factory Tow Package

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How can I tell if my Nissan Pathfinder 2013 has a factory tow package installed I want to order the right wiring kit thank you

asked by: Gayle I

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All 2013 Nissan Pathfinders came pre-wired for a tow package, so we know your Pathfinder at least has something. If your Pathfinder came with the tow package option from the dealer, then you would have a trailer hitch and trailer wiring at the back of the Pathfinder.

Since you are asking for a wiring kit, I'm guessing you need the wiring still. For this I recommend the Curt 7-Way Wiring Harness, # C56357, if you want a 7-pin trailer connector or the Curt 4-Way Wiring Harness, # C56281, if you just need a 4-pin trailer connector. Be sure to choose the connector that matches the connector on your trailer. I've attached installations videos to give you an idea of how they install.

A 4-pin connector will only provide you with trailer light functions (stop, turn, tail) and a 7-way will also provide reverse lights, electric brake controls and a 12 volt trailer battery charge circuit and is more commonly used for camping trailers and trailers with electric brakes. If your trailer has electric brakes, then you will also need to add a brake controller like Curt Discovery Brake Controller # C84VV, and the Nissan Pathfinder Custom Plug-In Adapter # C51382.

If you also need to add a trailer hitch to complete your tow package, then I also recommend the Curt Class III Trailer Hitch, # C13126. This hitch has the best hidden design and looks factory once it is installed. I've attached an installation video of this as well for you to check out.

The last piece of the puzzle for towing a trailer is a ball mount. This can be a bit trickier to choose as the ball mount has to match the rise or drop required by your trailer. I've attached a help article on how to choose a ball mount for you to review.

expert reply by: John H

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Answer 1

The reason the Curt trailer wiring harness isn't able to install all the way in your 2013 Infiniti JX35 is because it's not the correct kit for your vehicle. You instead should have ordered the #C56190KIT which we've installed on a 2013…

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Answer 2

If your tow package includes a built-in port beneath your vehicle dash, I recommend installing the brake controller via this Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers for Nissan vehicles, Item #3050-P. This adapter is confirmed…

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Answer 3

Hey Luke, yes this is typically indicative of a problem with the Curt trailer wiring harness you installed. To test this for sure you would want to use a circuit tester like the part #PTW2993 to test for voltage on the input side of the converter box…

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Hey Bett, the Curt 7-way kit part #C56357 that fits your 2020 Nissan Pathfinder does include a couple extra harnesses and several relays. You will need to replace all of the harnesses with what comes with this kit but there might be a couple extra…

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Answer 5

Sorry to hear about that Michael. There are a couple of basic troubleshooting steps you can do but really the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package #C56357 is plug and play. The first thing I'd check is the ground wire…

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Answer 6

All 2020 Nissan Pathfinders come from the factory prewired for a brake controller and a 7-way trailer connector, though it might lack the 7-way and the relays needed to activate the tow package. You will need a brake controller. If your vehicle…

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Answer 7

I know you said you checked fuses but did you check relays? The "no running lights" problem is pretty common on Nissan vehicles like your Pathfinder and the issue is typically a missing or bad relay for this circuit. It's so common we…

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Answer 8

We are happy to help with getting you the correct parts for your vehicle. For your 2013 Infinity JX35, the Curt wiring harness #C56281 you referenced is the correct fit for a factory replacement. The relays you need to install are not in the 6x6 fuse…

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Answer 9

We have a way to install a 7-way on your 2013 Infiniti JX35 but the #C56357 does not fit your vehicle. Instead you'd have to start with a 4-way like #C56190KIT which you'd then need to convert to a 7-way with the part #37185. Unless plan was…

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Answer 10

I have included a link to a video showing how trailer wiring harness #C56357 installs on a Nissan Pathfinder. Basically there are factory connectors in the cargo area where you will plug in the short harness and install three of the 4 included relays…

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Answer 11

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 12

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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