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I like the looks of the Cherokee but concerned about reliability.The Highlander can tow 5000 lbs. As can the Chevy Equinox. The Grand Cherokee put them all to shame at 7200 lbs.
Gotcha, thank you. Does the cooler need to be ordered or is that a dealer add on. 3500 would most likely work for me but the couple times a year I haul gravel would have to make extra tripsTo tow 5000 pounds a Passport (or Pilot) must be equipped with all-wheel-drive and have the Honda automatic transmission fluid (ATF) cooler installed.
Thanks for the tipThe ATF cooler, trailer hitch, and wiring harness can be purchased from and installed by the dealer. They can also be ordered from discounters (dealers who sell parts and accessories online) and installed DIY.
But the ATF cooler install is a bit tricky and requires a transmission control module software update (for the ZF 9-speed). I've read on the Pilot forum that most owners with the ZF transmission opt to have the dealer install their ATF cooler, even if they install the hitch and wiring harness themselves.
Can you elaborate a little more on needing an AT control module flash for just the ATF cooler install?But the ATF cooler install is a bit tricky and requires a transmission control module software update (for the ZF 9-speed). I've read on the Pilot forum that most owners with the ZF transmission opt to have the dealer install their ATF cooler, even if they install the hitch and wiring harness themselves.
You're right! At the time of that post I was referencing the ATF cooler installation instructions for a 2016 9-speed Pilot. (2016 Pilot Elite/Touring 9-Speed ATF Cooler Installation Instructions)Can you elaborate a little more on needing an AT control module flash for just the ATF cooler install?
No where in the installation instructions does it mentioning needing this.
If or when you install your ATF cooler, I would be interested in your experience.Thanks for clarifying!Would have hated to bump into a surprise like this one way or another.
Sure. I'm happy you prompted this discovery because I would have let the dealer install this and suffer their prices (and possible screw ups). I will install it myself when the time comes.Thanks for clarifying!Would have hated to bump into a surprise like this one way or another.
I’m having an ATF cooler on Wednesday (with my tailgate welcome lights) as I recently learned I will be pulling my bro-in-laws 4100 lbs boat / Elite definitely does not come with it - damn as they aren’t cheap ?If or when you install your ATF cooler, I would be interested in your experience.
That's ok. You'll be getting the benefits of boat ownership without the other headaches.I’m having an ATF cooler on Wednesday (with my tailgate welcome lights) as I recently learned I will be pulling my bro-in-laws 4100 lbs boat / Elite definitely does not come with it - damn as they aren’t cheap ?
If properly equipped. Need a transmission cooler as I understand. The tow option packages do not come with a cooler.If you opt for all-wheel drive, you're able to tow up to 5,000 pounds.