Trailer Hitch for 2016 Honda Pilot Elite that Does Not Require Fascia Trimming

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Question:

I have a 2016 Honda Pilot Elite AWD with a factory installed rear lower bumper trim Do you have any tow hitches for a bike rack that will fit without having to cut the bumper trim? Thank you!

asked by: Neal P

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Helpful Expert Reply:

For your 2016 Honda Pilot Elite we have the etrailer hitch part # e98840 that has the easiest install and is the most concealed that does not require any fascia trimming to install.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Yes, it can and that is exactly what you need! The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness item #CU86FR is custom fit for your 2017 Honda Pilot. It will provide you with a 7-way connector so you can tow a trailer with brakes. Some other parts you…

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Answer 2

Good question, though your 2016 Honda Pilot does not need the factory tow package to add a 7-way, and the connector will exist under the Pilot even without the tow package. All you'll do is add a 7-way which states "for Factory Tow…

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Answer 3

A trailer hitch from a Chevy Traverse would not fit a 2016 Honda Pilot. You would need to replace the hitch on the Pilot with the etrailer part #e98840 which is a confirmed fit.

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Answer 4

Both hitch options for your 2016 Honda Pilot AWD, Curt #C13146 and etrailer #e98840, will work with an 18-inch spare but not the larger optional spare tire sizes. The spare will still need to be lowered or removed temporarily during installation to…

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Answer 5

The trailer hitch I recommend for your 2016 Pilot is the etrailer Trailer Hitch, part #e98840. This is a Class lll hitch and it has a 2-inch receiver opening. When you are considering any accessory to put in the hitch you will want to be aware of the…

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Answer 6

I pulled up pictures of the 2016 Honda Pilot with the chrome lower section and the rear fascia does not extend any lower than the already really low rear fascia of the 2016 Pilot so a hitch like the etrailer Trailer Hitch part #e98840 would fit and…

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Answer 7

Theetrailer hitch part #e98840 is an excellent choice for your 2016 Honda Pilot. I recommend it highly because it is the most hidden option and at a great price. It would not interfere with the middle sensors of your backup camera, but the ones to…

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Answer 8

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 9

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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Answer 10

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 11

Hey Kelly! The Curt 13146 fits 2016 - 2022 Honda Pilot. What you need for your 2026 Honda Pilot is the Curt #C22HR. This has a bolt-on installation and does not require any cutting or trimming of the bumper so you won't be modifying the vehicle.…

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Answer 12

The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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