Recommended Complete Towing Setup for a 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L

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I have a 2025 Honda Pilot EX-L and am looking at towing a 4x8 U-Haul cube from Cape Cod to N Texas. Can you let me know what I will need to install the hitch and trailer harness for the lights? Thank you, Tim

asked by: Tim P

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Hey Tim, are you moving to Texas? I've been to Texas a few times, and have always enjoyed it!

To tow your U-Haul cube you will just need a hitch like the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e27KR, a wiring harness # C48ZV, and a ball mount # e67DR.

With this harness, and the 4-way on the trailer, you'll have lights so you can safely make the trek to Texas. Feel free to let us know how that goes, and if you have any other questions don't hesitate to leave a comment!

expert reply by: Bryce D

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Tim P.

1/29/2025

Hi Bryce, Thank you for this information. It was really helpful. How difficult is the wiring harness to install? Is something I can install on my own? Thanks again, Tim

Bryce D.

1/30/2025

@TimP Anytime Tim! The harness is not difficult at all to install, the hardest part is going to be fishing out the white connector in your car to connect the harness. I've attached an install video so you can see around the 1 minute mark what I'm talking about.

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To add a 2" hitch to your 2023 Honda Pilot, I recommend the etrailer Hitch item #e27KR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Pilot with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a maximum tongue weight of…

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Answer 2

Hey Mark, congrats on the new SUV! The best hitch for your 2026 Acura MDX, is going to be our etrailer item #e27KR. This custom fit class III hitch has a 2" receiver, which will provide you with 6,000 lbs towing and 900 lbs tongue weight…

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Answer 3

Hey Steven, the feedback we've received for the etrailer hitch part #e27KR installed on a 2025 Honda Pilot has been that it does not interfere with the handsfree liftgate. So you would not need to install any additional adapters or anything. Will…

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Hey there Sergey, The best trailer hitch for your 2025 Acura MDX to carry a bike rack is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C22HR. It has the best ground clearance to keep your rack safe, the best finish to keep the hitch protected, and Curt has a long…

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Hey Miguel! The etrailer #e27KR fits all models of the 2023 Acura MDX, including your Type S. Keep in mind, if you have a full size spare none of the hitches will fit unless you're willing to remove it. This Class III hitch has a bolt-on…

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Hey Richard. The Draw-Tite Hitch item #DT42MR has the same spare tire restrictions as the other two hitches that fit the 2025 Acura MDX. This hitch does require trimming of the rear fascia. I have attached a picture below from the instructions that…

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Hello Earl. We do offer a trailer hitch and wiring that will fit your 2024 Acura MDX. For a hitch I recommend the etrailer Class 3 Hitch #e27KR, and for wiring use the Tekonsha #119250KIT. It is important to note that any hitch you install on this…

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Hello Brian; the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C22HR will still fit your 2026 Acura MDX A-Spec. According to Curt, there is a factory sensor relocation kit you will have to get from the dealer before you can install it. Your local dealer should be…

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Answer 9

According to my research, the Eaz Lift Weight Distribution System you have now weighs around 100 lbs in total. The best lightweight system we have for you is the Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System part #RP66558 which only weighs around…

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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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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 12

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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