How to Install a Trailer Hitch on a Dodge Durango
Adding a trailer hitch to a Dodge Durango requires only a few tools, a Curt #13182 trailer hitch, and a short amount of time to complete the installation. This trailer hitch and installation process will work for Dodge Durango model years 2014-2021.
Follow these basic steps to begin hauling trailers and other kinds of hitch-mounted accessories for your Dodge Durango today.
Tools needed:
- Safety Glasses
- Impact Wrench
- Torque Wrench
- 21mm Socket
Dodge Durango Hitch Installation Steps
1. Lower Spare Tire
To start the hitch installation process, our first step will be to lower the spare tire if there’s one present on the vehicle.
2. Remove Factory Bolts
Once we have lowered the spare tire, two bolts on each side of the vehicle’s frame will now be visible. These bolts will need to be removed, which we will do with a 21mm socket.
3. Raise Hitch Into Position
With these factory bolts removed we can now raise the hitch into its proper position. If your vehicle has heat shields installed, the hitch can line up just inside of these when raising it towards the frame.
4. Re-Install Factory Bolts
Now with the hitch in place, we can re-install the factory bolts we previously removed to secure it to the vehicle’s frame.
5. Tighten and Torque Bolts
To finish securing the hitch and its hardware to the vehicle frame, we will be tightening it with our 21mm socket. Then we will torque with our torque wrench according to the manufacturer's specifications.
5. Re-Install Spare Tire
To finish our hitch installation process, we will re-install the spare tire we lowered in the first step.
You should now have your trailer hitch installed on your Dodge Durango.
How Much Does it Cost to Add a Hitch for a Dodge Durango?
The price range of a hitch for a Dodge Durango ranges from $150 to $225. U-Haul carries several different classes of hitches and offers different sizes to accommodate both 1¼ to 2-inch receivers. U-Haul offers both installation services at a local U-Haul Moving Center® and will ship your hitch to your home.
How Much Does a Hitch for a Dodge Durango Cost?
Installation costs are normally $100 to $200 but you should check with your local U-Haul Moving Center® as prices can differ based on location, the hitch model you are installing, and your vehicle. All U-Haul Moving Centers can install a hitch to your vehicle and with over 1,500 U-Haul centers throughout the country, you can have your hitch installed and be back on the road in no time.
All trailer hitches sold and installed at a U-Haul Moving Center® come with the option of a lifetime warranty plan guaranteed to replace your hitch with no limitation for any damage, including collision, corrosion, accidental overload, jackknifing, and vehicle theft.
How Long Does it Take to Install a Hitch on a Dodge Durango?
Installation takes anywhere from 1 to 2 ½ hours depending on the hitch being installed and your vehicle. We recommend making an online appointment from our website to accommodate your busy schedule. In addition, U-Haul service centers offer an extensive line of towing accessories (Ball mount, Hitch ball, Pin, and Clip, Wiring) to help you safely tow your boat, camper, or trailer.
Do You Need a Wiring Kit for a Dodge Durango?
If you are planning to tow a trailer or camper with brake lights, running lights, and turn signal, you will want a wiring kit to power the lights on your trailer. The most common lighting harness comes in a 4 pin and 7 pin connector. The 4- way connector has basic lighting functions (running lights, brake lights, turn signal) while the 7-way connector adds a 12-volt circuit, circuit for electric trailer brakes, and reverse lights. U-Haul offers both 4-way and 7-way connectors. Find out which option is best for your Dodge Durango.