Looks like the 2022 has a tongue weight of 500 lbs vs lower on the 2020 (257?). So, if I get SX with towing package I just need to install aftermarket 7 pin (don't see as factory option) and trailer e braking control? Recommend controller? The $425 towing hitch is just for the S and LX or if you don't get the towing package correct?
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Towing
- Thread author APetersen
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There was a typo in the 2020 manual. All trims regardless of tow package or not and regardless of AWD or FWD have a 500lb max tongue weight and 5,000lb max towing capacity. So according to spec you can have a FWD LX with a hitch and tow the same as a fully loaded SX. You can get just the tow option on the EX or SX. The tow package on the Telluride adds more expensive shocks which are marketed as a comfort and convenience feature on other vehicles and not a towing benefit. Even the Tellurides sold in Canada and the Middle East don’t have these self-leveling shocks as a towing package. For some reason they only did this in the US. I’m thinking they needed something to upsell the towing on the higher trims and reworked the marketing to make it look better.
If you get the 2022 SX with towing package (or towing option) as part of the order it should come with a 7-pin connection. BUT you do not get a brake controller.
If you are new to towing and considering the tow package, you may want to give this a read:
Thread 'If you purchased the Tow Package please read this . . .'
If you purchased the Tow Package please read this . . .
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Tortuga07
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Tellurides comes with 7 pin these days.
The harness for a brake controller should come with your Telluride. I've seen some people say they didn't get it but mine included this and also a ball mount kit.
The harness for a brake controller should come with your Telluride. I've seen some people say they didn't get it but mine included this and also a ball mount kit.
I've just acquired a 2022 SX AWD with towing pkg (love the car). It indeed came with the brake controller harness and a hitch/ball. i'd already bought the Echo wireless brake controller and will be trying that out in a few weeks towing a small travel trailer. This Echo product looks nice for swapping between vehicles. Will see.
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Congratulations! Did it have 7 pin wiring harness? I ask because one on lot had 4 pin.
I've been towing with the echo wireless and love it. Easy to set up and use!
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This is the only flaw I've seen: https://www.etrailer.com/question-338387.html I would think Curt could come up with a physical lock of some sort, or even a way to disable it from use through the app if not paired with your phone when you park and walk away.
I agree. Seems they can do it with just the pin number. No pin number, no work for those who want to steal it. I remove mine if stopped somewhere that I can't see the to. A little inconvenience but safe.
