Common questions

How much does it cost to add tow package?

How much does it cost to add tow package?

Dealerships will generally quote around $1,200 and upwards for an OEM kit that includes the hitch, transmission cooler, wiring, and the labor costs.

Can I add a tow package to my car?

Installing a tow package onto a vehicle which was not originally equipped with one is now easier than it ever has been. Many tow packages today simply bolt onto the frame of the vehicle, and the wiring harness plugs between the factory wiring and the rear tail light.

How much does it cost to add a tow package to a minivan?

All in all, the average price is about $100–200. Used is fine since it is only a hunk of steel, but you have to make sure it fits. Also, there are different classes of hitches that vary greatly in towing capacity, size, weight, complexity and of course, cost. The most common type is probably the class III hitch.

How to add a tow package after purchase?

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What are the different types of Ford tow packages?

You get the weight class trailer tow packages, as you would expect, starting from the light duty Class I Trailer tow package kits, and upwards to Class IV Ford trailer tow packages.

What is the Ford high capacity trailer tow package?

What Is Ford High Capacity Trailer Tow Package? Ford refers to its heavy duty trailer kit for the F-250 Super Duty pickup truck as the High Capacity Trailer Tow Package, or the 535 option. It’s an improvement over the standard tow package that the F-250, the F-350 and the F-450 Super Duty pickup trucks already come with.

Can You tow a Ford F-250 without a tow package?

An F-250 without a trailer tow package comes with a standard 2 ½ inch receiver, while an upgraded truck uses a larger 3 inch receiver. You also get a 2 ½ inch reducer adapter for it, so you can still use your existing mounts without having to upgrade. What Is A Ford Trailer Tow Prep Package?

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What’s the best price for a tow package?

Taking the most expensive of each of these options totals up to just over $260 (plus tax). That’s quite a bit better than $680 plus whatever the cooler would cost through the dealership. These are the parts that I think I need.

How much does a tow hitch for a Honda Pilot cost?

I have purchased the extended warranty for my Pilot. The Honda dealership told me that the Pilot can only haul 1500 lbs without the tow package installed; which will cost $1200. Uhaul will install a tow hitch for $300 that is guaranteed to up to 5000 lbs.

How much does a Class I trailer hitch cost?

A Class I can tow up to 2,000 pounds, while a Class V can tow close to 12,000 pounds. Aside from Uhaul, local muffler shops and many independent mechanics will be able to install the hitch for you.

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Ruth Doyle