Trailer Hitch Wiring for 2003 Mini Cooper

Updated 12/18/2020 | Published 12/16/2020

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"

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$440.57

1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Stainless Steel - 2,000 lbs

(343)

$34.76

2" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Stainless Steel - 3,500 lbs

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$37.47

Curt Class II Drawbar - 2-5/8" Rise, 3-1/4" Drop - 7-1/4" Long - 3,500 lbs

(2282)

$46.30

Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

(1815)

$87.10

Curt Hitch Pin and Clip for 1-1/4" Hitches - 1/2" Diameter x 2" Span

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$3.42

Question:

Do I need a special connector to have the lights on a trailer work or will it just plug into the back up light port on a 2003 Mini Cooper?

asked by: Xoren F

Helpful Expert Reply:

You will need a 4-way connector on your 2003 Mini Cooper in order to power your trailer lights, and the correct part for that is the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C59236.

This connector is what you will plug your trailer's 4-way into which will allow the trailer's brake lights and turn signals to function.

If you need a hitch for your '03 Mini Cooper as well, the correct fit is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11126.

To tow with this hitch you'll also need the Curt Drawbar # C45521, Pin and Clip # F-4, and a hitch ball which will depend on the size of your trailer's coupler; either 2" Hitch Ball # A-82 or 1-7/8" Hitch Ball # A-80.

I have added links below to video reviews for you to check out as well if you'd like.