2011 to 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailer Hitch Install with Factory 7 Blade Wiring

[@melissad.1885]

This is the best video showcasing this hitch install that I've been able to find. Great job!

[@ModulaRacks]

Glad it helped

[@bugpower18t]

You only need to remove the bottom facia. 11 clips and a few screws and bolts. No sensors or other molding.

[@TheCybercrash]

This video helped me so much. I installed a trailer hitch myself and couldn't figure out where the screws go inside the rear wheel bumper facia. Now I know, 10mm, 7mm and 8mm. Again thanks so much

[@ModulaRacks]

Amazing! So happy that we were able to help.

[@AKcharger]

Well done, nice that you moved along quickly and don't just talk and talk and talk like most how-to videos

[@ModulaRacks]

Glad you liked it!

[@PastorBentley]

Absolutely spot on instructions. Thank you for making this easy. Hitch looks amazing and was not terribly difficult at all. Only part I’ve not figured out is how to reinstall the plastic rivets. The end doesn’t fit my rivet gun. Thanks, again!

[@ModulaRacks]

Hi there, Thank you for the kind words. We had a few sized rivet guns that did the trick. Cheers, Team Modula

[@JohnWoodard-km5un]

Good video and thank you for sharing. But, I found that you really only need to take the rear bumper fascia off. I did that by poking the plastic clips with a standard (flat head) screwdriver, moving the heat plate enough to get the final three white clips on the passenger side and saved a ton of time and effort.

[@unityxg]

Also a note for everyone..if you install this hitch, you WILL have the higher factory tow weight rating. If you go with an aftermarket hitch like the Curt, then you will have the lower tow weight rating.

[@eddymoney4271]

Hey, this video is awesome. Seriously. Took me about 3 - 3.5 hrs mainly due to not having the greatest tools in the world and having to exercise some ingenuity but overall it was fairly easy. Anyways, this vid was super helpful and I feel like I owe the guy that made it dinner! Thanks!

[@rynorack2001]

Dinner would be awesome ;) But your kind note here is just as good! If you need any vehicle racks or accessories give us a shout. Happy trails!

[@MaddJakd]

Highly helpful vid (and actually helpful unlike most vids with the WK2) About to partake in this prpject myself on lockdown

[@ModulaRacks]

Thank you🙂

[@warrenhallmark9607]

Great video, thank you! Complete from start to finish, very helpful.

[@ModulaRacks]

Glad we could help!

[@Peter-xtreme]

Great video, thank you!

[@ModulaRacks]

Our pleasure! Glad it helped.

[@farnk231]

Without factory towing package, towing capacity is only like 1500lbs. Gear ratios are different also trans cooler.

[@BGOFF1237]

Excellent video, learned what was needed to know. Only question? Where is the cover for the hitch? Thanks for sharing.

[@ModulaRacks]

Glad you enjoyed the video! The kit does not come with one. You can however pickup any 2" hitch cover should you want one! Cheers, Team Modula

[@paapaa]

THANK YOU!!!

[@rynorack2001]

Our pleasure!

[@nuksukao8281]

Good stuff!

[@Punishment718]

I have a 2021 Dodge Durango RT. Any idea on how to / where to connect the factory trailer brake control module?

[@ModulaRacks]

There should be a grey plug above your OBD-II port slightly to the left above some multicolored wires! Hope that helps.

[@davidp8791]

Thanks for sharing... Part number for the Mopar hitch?

[@ModulaRacks]

Mopar number should be: 82212180AD

[@jessriccoboni2043]

Nice, I got a curt one on my 2018 jeep grand cherokee laredo, going to get the wiring activated tomorrow... 175 for them to flash the ecu lol

[@ModulaRacks]

$175! Does not seem right. Stoked the video helped 🤙

[@jordan8777]

You can get a Micropod clone for that amount and program it yourself with a laptop

[@jonathanhavel1036]

and you don't need the factory wiring harness.. apparently the new jeeps dont come with factory wiring for trailers anymore. unless you have it on when you buy it.. this video shows the factory harness was already installed.. my 2021 doesn't even have one

[@TCinc.]

Thanks for the video. Helped a lot. Question.. did the wiring socket come with your receiver kit? If not, where did you purchase it from?

[@ModulaRacks]

Hey There, Glad we could help! Everything came direct from Mopar. It was all factory fit and the harness at 7:57 was installed from Factory. Cheers, Team Modula

[@79madrileno]

Does this give the vehicle the same tow capacity as if it were the stock jeep tow package? What is the max tow weight and tongue weight for this hitch?

[@MaddJakd]

Not quite. The "full" factory tow package also includes a bigger radiator for cooling, bigger alternator, bigger breaks (and wheels if you didn't start with a package with the 18s) and beefier suspension in the rear at least. No yacth towing out the gate to say the least Edit: not only bigger breaks which need the 18s to fit, but the vented rotors. Shocks and springs shouldn't be too much to do on your own relatively, and if you're like me, it's all coming regardless because any respectable lift kit outclasses the factory suspension by miles.

[@jasonherek5551]

Jordan Broly Great video bro, my GRAND CHEROKEE 2016 needs this. Do you happen to have the part numbers for the plug, trim bezel?

[@ModulaRacks]

If you want to tow something heavy the first thing we suggest is to add or upgrade is the transmission cooler. The transmission will take the most abuse when towing heavy and will require heavy duty cooling. The next thing would be an auxiliary oil cooler. These are all things that likely come from the factory when equipped with the max tow package.

[@sbmcwilliam]

I have a 2021 SRT. Am I correct to understand that the hitch, once installed, cannot be covered with the bumper cap? I really didn't want the hitch visible unless in use which would only be used for a bike rack.

[@ModulaRacks]

Hi Stephen, you are correct. Also be aware that if your SRT has the center exit exhaust there is no hitch that will fit as the tips are directly in the way.

[@johnefewrx9747]

Hey great video Do you know if the applies for the 2020 altitude ? And links for the parts thanks

[@ModulaRacks]

Hi There, I would recommend reaching out to your local dealership and providing your VIN to get a guaranteed fitment answer. Same with the parts, any Mopar store will be able to get you the factory system! Cheers, Team Modula

[@harithalabdali1200]

Hello team, thank you for this helpful video, Is all 2014 JGC equipped with trailer wiring harness ?

[@ModulaRacks]

No, only those models that have the tow prep package. We have to check every time.

[@JA-no1qk]

Man... My pressure clips on the fender flares did NOT want to come out. I wish you'd have shown a little bit of that process instead of the FoodTV style "we're gonna XYZ" and then cut to "we have it done and now we're gonna..."

[@ModulaRacks]

Sorry J A We're new to videoing our installations. Those clips can be a pain. Grip, wiggle, yank, curse ;-)

[@JA-no1qk]

Modula Racks haha, that's pretty much how it went. I ordered a pack of new ones ultimately since a few broke

[@jesserieger1466]

I removed the pop clips at the top of the fender flare, removed the one alligator clip at the bottom, removed the 7mm screw, then proceeded to remove the bumper. Once off, removed the two remaining alligator clips and detached the fender flares from the bumper...

[@berkayozkose319]

Can you share the details of the hitch and the towbar?

[@ModulaRacks]

Hi there, Mopar does not actually provide any weight capacities for the hitch but they advise that you refer to your vehicles owners manual for the towing capacity and tongue weight!

[@cyrussolis3873]

Great vid! just wondering.. how to install oem hitch receiver to jeep compass trailhawk 2019?

[@ModulaRacks]

We haven't had the chance to video one of those just yet. But we'll let the team know to try and make one soon!

[@deltaplusautoaccessories4827]

How to order

[@Rpx3144]

Hello there, I have a 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee and will order the mopar tow hitch. Is there any other items I need?

[@ModulaRacks]

That would depend on how your MOPAR dealer sells the hitch. Ours came complete, as a kit but. I believe you could order the parts individually.

[@GForceRacing543]

So where is this trailer hitch on your website?

[@ModulaRacks]

Hi There, Reach out to us direct if you are looking for any quotes with install! Cheers, Team Modula

[@ryansutton8056]

My only issue was what did you use to cut the bumper to put the new cutout in for the hitch?

[@ModulaRacks]

Hi Ryan, We use a small drill bit to get a pilot hole started, from there we use a knife heated up with a lighter for nice clean cuts. A set of aviation shears can also work great! Cheers, Team Modula

[@davidhalesmith2491]

Very helpful. Do you know if there is a trick to turning on the wiring aka “flashing” the wiring in the computer without going to a dealer?

[@mathewdonovan5321]

jscan app can do it

[@ModulaRacks]

We've heard there are apps that can be purchased to do this. Generally you will also need to buy patch cables also. Rumor has it this might cost a little more than going to the stealership, but may allow you to make other changes to your vehicles programming.

[@mathewdonovan5321]

@@ModulaRacks I used a obd2 scan tool with Bluetooth. Total cost is $10 for the scanner and I paid $23 to register my vehicle with Jscan. Took less than 10 minutes to get my trailer lights turned on.

[@ModulaRacks]

@@mathewdonovan5321 awesome! Thanks for sharing. We'll pass that info onto our customers 👍

[@mathewdonovan5321]

@@ModulaRacks How to video to activate the trailer lights without going to the dealer. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnylpIhrfdGmY6s

[@xxthrilla_trepxx1058]

How did you get the bolt off (and even back on) over the muffler? I have no room with my torque wrench and socket...

[@ModulaRacks]

You could use a universal joint to give you thr angle you need otherwise use a standard wrench 🔧 and make sure she's good and tight

[@xxthrilla_trepxx1058]

@@ModulaRacks thank you! My neighbor had an open ended wrench and I was able to complete the install!

[@netdevnick]

Any specific place I need to be looking for the trailer wiring? I have a 2018 limited and I do not see the wiring. I've read they stopped including the wiring mid-2018

[@ModulaRacks]

The USCAR plug is a fairly large round connector. It is usually tucked up behind the bumper on the driver side. It can be tricky to locate, take a light under with you. The harness is also not always present as it is part of a "tow prep package".

[@jonathanhavel1036]

apparently the new jeeps dont come with factory wiring for trailers anymore. unless you have it on when you buy it.. this video shows the factory harness was already installed.. my 2021 doesn't even have one

[@jstead22]

do you recall how many hours of labor you charged for this job?

[@ModulaRacks]

It's a little while back now, but I believe this can comfortably be done in about 3 hours.

[@2quick2come]

Where are you guys located? I would like to bring my business to you because I need the same thing done to my Jeep.

[@ModulaRacks]

Hi there, We are located in South Surrey, British Columbia, Canada modularacks.com/pages/contact Cheers, Team Modula

[@JD_Spencer]

I swear it looks like you could remove that bottom section only not the entire bumper plus rivets by going on the underside and taking some needle nose to those clips on the lower section + the couple of 10mm bolts on the side on my 2017. I may be crazy cause I can't find a single video on youtube where they don't take the entire bumper off. Maybe a chance for me to do a new video? I wonder if anyone has tried it just removing the lower section.

[@ModulaRacks]

If we remember correctly, removing the lower section doesn't give you quite enough space to slide the hitch into the frame rails.

[@JD_Spencer]

I'm sorry to break it to you and it may be different on earlier models(I cant tell if yours has the bottom section or not) but on 2017 model limited, you only have to remove the lower black section vs the entire rear bumper and it's much much easier to take that off with just some little white clips that can be removed quite easily from the backside with a small screwdriver pressing the tab and lightly pushing up. I installed an OEM factory hitch on my 2017 limited this morning 3/19/2022 by only removing the bottom section. Cutting the insert was the toughest part and most time consuming too. I was wishing for a dremmel cutting tool but I dont have one unfortunately. I tried heating the razor with a candle after my lighter gave up and that worked better than nothing. Torqued the bolts per your video at 90 ft lbs. My eyes are so old they wont do 89. I appreciate your hard work. Thank you Here is a link to my completed bumper...the black section at the bottom can be removed photos.app.goo.gl/kK7JNFNhLBPmQEqy8

[@ModulaRacks]

@@JD_Spencer We'll have to try that on the next one. Sounds like a solid time saver!

[@JD_Spencer]

@@ModulaRacks your video still helped....thank you for providing it...I said back side but meant underside I think...like not from the outside...from the inside. There should be some little white clips. You'll see what I'm talking about

[@carnage6288]

So the Jeep comes prewired for the hitch already!?!? 😱

[@ModulaRacks]

Yup, some have the tough part wired up and you just need a couple of jumpers and a brake control. Some don't; be sure to check.

[@anthonymedeiros9494]

What is the torque spec on the hitch where can I find that

[@ModulaRacks]

Hi There, Refer to your particular install sheet. On the Mopar hitch sheet K6860898 it says to tighten bolts to 122 ft. lbs. Cheers, Team Modula

[@horseshine6137]

How much would this cost today in 2022?

[@ModulaRacks]

Hi There, We suggest checking with your local Chrysler Dealership or checking for Mopar Parts online. Cheers,

[@jennifergibson4961]

How do you remove the cap on the plug

[@rynorack2001]

Hey Jennifer, DO you mean the cap on the factory wiring plug? If so it should be as simple as pulling the plug out. It is in there tight and there might be a little security tab that needs to be released.

[@ModulaRacks]

Hey Jennifer, DO you mean the cap on the factory wiring plug? If so it should be as simple as pulling the plug out. It is in there tight and there might be a little security tab that needs to be released.

[@raackyy3324]

Nice video can you add the link on where you got it please

[@ModulaRacks]

modularacks.com/

[@ericbanzuela6524]

How much it cost to him for everything ??

[@rynorack2001]

Hi :) Send us an email [e-mail] and we'll put together an estimate for you. Thanks

[@ericbanzuela6524]

Ryan Where you guy’s located??

[@rynorack2001]

@@ericbanzuela6524 We are located in South Surrey British Columbia Canada !

[@jromo93]

Turn your phone next time

[@snacking5908]

Rotate the phone!!!!

[@ModulaRacks]

Yup, sorry. Learned that lesson too late🙇‍♂️

[@cheapme1850]

There's much easier way to remove just the lower trim piece on the bumper instead of the hassle of removing the entire bumper. Go to Jeepforums.com and do a search on hitch install.

[@ModulaRacks]

That's a great tip. It has been a while since we made this video but I seem to remember that this level of trim had a smaller lower fascia and we couldn't have gotten the hitch in. Though... it has been a while.

[@cheapme1850]

@@ModulaRacks Very true. It won't work on some facias, but on the late model Limiteds - mine is a 2019 -, it should work. Much easier since you don't have to disconnect all the sensors and replace the rivets.