Parts Needed to Tow a Trailer with a 2020 Nissan Pathfinder

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We have a travel trailer that is about 4500 pounds, we have a 2020 nissan that can tow 6500 pounds. Other than this part what other parts should we purchase. We used to tow with an explorer with a 5000 max.

asked by: Emily

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In order to tow a trailer with a 2020 Nissan Pathfinder you'll need at the very least a trailer hitch, wiring harness, and ball mount/hitch ball. If the trailer has brakes, you'll also need a trailer brake controller. I'd also probably recommend a set of towing mirrors to help with visibility as well. I have attached for you below a full list of these parts.

etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver part # e98908
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness part # 118670
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness part # 118273 + Mounting Bracket part # PK12711U (Needed for Trailer Brakes)
Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller part # C51180 (Needed for Trailer Brakes)
Curt Towing Starter Kit part # C45534

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

Hey Adelaina! It can definitely be overwhelming but don't worry, I'm here to help. We can start with the hitch, wiring, and brake controller since they are the most important part. I recommend the following: -etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver…

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Answer 2

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 3

There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

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Answer 4

The bolts to install a hitch on a 2017 Nissan Pathfinder are M12-1.25 x 30mm. You can order the correct hitch mounting hardware kit for your hitch with part number #RHK. When you navigate to that part's page, you'll simply put the model…

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Answer 5

Most of the 2-5/16 inch hitch balls will use either a 1-inch diameter shank or 1-1/4 inch diameter shank. The nut size on a hitch ball with a 1-1/4 inch shank, like the Tow Ready 2-5/16 Inch Hitch Ball, part #19286, will use a 1-7/8 inch socket. A…

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Answer 6

You could use the 2-wire Propane Gas and Carbon Monoxide Detector part #RS34FR in place of the Atwood 36681 that you referenced. This would fit in the cut out you have now and has a flange that is large enough that would cover the hole.

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Answer 7

The CE Smith Boat Trailer part #CE48810 comes with guide ons which help to center your boat during loading and to hold the boat during transport so I don't really recommend adding anything additional in regards to this aspect because of the size…

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Answer 8

Yes, the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98908 is a confirmed fit for your 2020 Nissan Pathfinder SV. It will also fit models S, SL, and Platinum as well. This hitch is a simple no-drill bolt-on installation that requires no welding. The matte…

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