Trailer Hitch and Towing Equipment Recommendation for 2012 Dodge Journey

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Hello, I am looking at purchasing a tow hitch and wiring harness for my wifes 2012 Dodge Journey V6. I need it to tow a trailerprobably enclosed about 12 to 14 feet long that would hold a ride on lawn mower and a few other yard tools. Could you please give me some direction as which one would suit me best

asked by: Kevin S

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I'd be glad to help you with that.

Actually, the etrailer brand Class III hitch you'd already looked at, part # e98845 would be a high quality but reasonably priced choice. You'll also need a few other items to complete your towing system.

You'll need a trailer wiring harness, a ball mount, a trailer ball and possibly a brake controller and install kit if the trailer in question is equipped with electric brakes.

For the wiring harness, use # 118567 for vehicles with incandescent taillights or # 118536 for Journey models equipped with LED taillights. For a ball mount, use # D-28 along with the # PC3 hitch pin. For a 2 inch trailer ball, use part # 63845.

Finally, if the trailer has electric brakes, you will need a brake controller to actuate them. If you're wanting a standard type brake controller, you can't go wrong with the Tekonsha Primus, part # TK90160. You'll also need the # ETBC7 install kit. The install kit includes the adapter to convert the 4 pole to a 7-way, plus all the wiring connectors, wire and circuit breakers needed to complete the install.

For a simpler installation that would use your smart phone as the control unit in the vehicle cab, I'd recommend the Curt Echo, part # C51180. You'll also need the simpler version of the install kit, part
# ETBC7L.

I've linked to install videos and some support articles that you might find helpful.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

I looked up the towing capacity of your 2012 Dodge Journey 4 cylinder and it has a 1,000 lb towing capacity. If your trailer weighs less than 1,000 lbs you could install a hitch like the etrailer.com hitch part #e98845 to tow it. For trailer wiring…

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Answer 2

Hey Curtis! Yes, the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98845 comes with the fishwire/bolt leader. All of the hardware pictured below, including the fishwire, will come with the trailer hitch. This is confirmed to fit your 2018 Dodge Journey. Do you…

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Answer 3

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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The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver item #e98845 does not come with a wiring harness. This is a custom fit 2" hitch receiver for a 2013 Dodge Journey. The wiring harness you will need is determined by what kind of tail lights your Journey has.…

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The easiest way to determine if you have LED or incandescent lights on your Dodge Journey is to simply watch them illuminate and turn off. If they come on immediately and turn off immediately then they are most likely LEDs. LEDs will also be quite a…

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Answer 6

The Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" #DT65GR can tow a small boat trailer as long as the loaded trailer weight doesn't exceed 2,000lbs and the tongue weight doesn't exceed 300lbs. The more important thing to…

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Answer 7

The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness #C56109 you have is a fit for your 2010 Dodge Journey so you definitely have the right connector. As for the install, when you remove the driver's side tail light you should notice a plug in the exact…

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