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Diode kit allows you to use your vehicle's tail lights and wiring system while preventing feedback from your RV. Wires 2-wire and 3-wire systems to operate as a combined lighting systems. Includes 7-wire to 6-wire Flexo-Coil electrical cord.
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Note: For applications that have separate lighting, this kit will cause your brake lights to function as both brake and turn signal lights. A wiring converter (118158 - sold separately) and 2 additional diodes (RM-792) will be needed if you want to retain separate turn and brake signals.
Separate vs. Combined Lighting Systems
Some automobiles operate on a 3-wire system, wherein the brake signal and the turn signals travel along different wires to illuminate different lights. (Typically, these vehicles have amber turn signals.) This is referred to as a "separate lighting system". When you hook up for flat towing using this kit, your towed car's lighting system will operate in a combined fashion regardless of whether it typically has combined or separate lighting. This means that the brake and turn signals sent by your RV to your towed car will be carried on a single wire. As a result, your car's brake lights will do the flashing for the turn signals. Your vehicle will still function as designed when not hooked up to your RV.
Do You Need a Brake Light Relay?
Because this kit wires your vehicle as a combined system, a brake light relay (RM-88400 - sold separately) may be required if you use a supplemental braking system with your towing setup. A supplemental braking system depresses the brake pedal in your towed car every time you apply the brakes in your RV. So, if your towed car's brake lights illuminate when the brake pedal is pressed and the engine is off - as is the case when towing - then you need to install a relay to ensure that the lights on your towed car always act in accordance with the signals sent by your RV via the wiring harness. Without a relay, the brake signal from your towed car will override the turn signal sent by your RV when you slow down to make turns, creating a potential hazard.
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (396 Customer Reviews)
Diode kit allows you to use your vehicle's tail lights and wiring system while preventing feedback from your RV. Wires 2-wire and 3-wire systems to operate as a combined lighting systems. Includes 7-wire to 6-wire Flexo-Coil electrical cord.
We have towed our Jeep almost 2,000 miles since installing the recommended parts from etrailer and it has worked perfectly on every connect and disconnect along the way. Tows beautifully, even at 70 mph. Excellent customer service and helpful videos from these folks. Would recommend to anyone needing help with parts and guidance in towing their toad to give them a call.
Brent T - 04/05/2020I ordered this kit to get me a heavy duty coiled cable with room to use one input as a dedicated power supply from the bus to then be sent to the towed battery to keep it charged going down the road. the diodes i chose not to use, as i have a hopkins plug and play kit on the way, that will marry up the 6 pin fitting I just needed the cable with the 7 to 6 adapters, it was the best price for the need :)
robert S - 02/22/2020Running this wiring on my Wrangler 4 door is a bit of work, aside from that the wire/plug setup has gone 20 thousand miles now and no issues, works well. I am also running the trickle charger through this connector/cable a separate item just wanted to mention it is easy enough to use with this. On a side note, on my RV i had to fix the plug wiring, they had it wrong from factory. So if you get funny light behavior after hooking this up, check your vehicle wiring for accuracy, especially on RV's it is all hand done and mistakes happen.
I ran out of time to install this myself, so I had it done by a trusted Auto repair shop. While they had not done this specific kit before, they did comment that it was more complex than they had expected. They also installed the base plate and breakaway switch for the supplemental break and took about 10 hours in a fully equipped auto shop. The estimate the next one will take about 5 hours and only charged for that. This leads to a couple of points. 1. If you choose to do this in your typical home garage, plan on a day or two. 2. Once installed properly, it is a really slick system.
Kim - 10/03/2020I have a problem with this part. Towing at night time the head light mode seems to back fees into the Colorado truck and set off ABS check engine light. Also activates the windshield wipers after towing for a while.
Tyler M - 03/26/2021Easy to follow instructions! Installed on a 2011 Mini Cooper S hatchback. Hardest part was figuring out what wires went to what bulb on the Mini. Once I got that squared away, install was a snap! I did mount the 6 round plug socket to the Mini's front license plate bracket. Not a great spot. May switch location or go with a 7 round to flat 5 coiled wire.
Good instructions and very easy to install tnx to Lori AB to getting everything put together for me on order
Installed by my Mechanic in my 2018 Ford flex. We have gone LA to Tacoma and LA to Tampa St Pete. A lot of highway travel but also enjoying the back roads in our 28' Leprechaun.The system has performed flawlessly. Will highly recommend.
Always excellent customer service and product Information, i.e. written instructions and how to videos. I have ordered multiple times and products, and their service is always excellent.
Good wiring kit with all you need to insure that towed vehicle rear lights work properly during towing. Medium level wiring skills would be good for a proper install.
The base plate fit perfectly and the technician had no problem installing it on my vehicle.
Mark H - 04/07/2021I had the wiring kit installed at the same time as the Blue Ox base plate was installed. Installation went very smoothly with no problems.
Even the wire colors were right for the '19 Cherokee T-hawk! The T-hawk is high enough so n inch or two of jacking allows access to run the wire aft, behind coverplates, etc. I cleaned the diode attach points with alcohol to aid adnesion of the tape. Suggest using a quality wire strip/crimp tool. Having no hitch, the rear bumper cover has 4 100mm bolts on the bottom lip. Removal allows pulling it away to run the 'crossing' wires, easily , hidden and secured.
Michael - 04/23/2020The wiring kit was perfect and everything you need is there. I would have rated it a five, except that the multi-colored length of wire that comes with the kit was just barely--and I mean just barely--long enough for my application. If I had cut the ends even a quarter-of-an-inch shorter I would not have had enough wire to complete the job without splicing additional wire in. My only complaint is that the length of wire that comes in the kit is for small or short cars only. This is the second wiring kit that I bought. The first one was a coupe of years ago and was for a Ford F-150 pickup. In that application the wire was not long enough to run from the front of the pickup to the rear and I had to splice extra wire in to make it work. As long as you know that up front, then the rest of the wiring kit works great and the directions are very good.
4 flat wire was just enough as we had to adjust the routing to go bumper to bumper. Another 3' of wire would really make this an easy 5 star. The diodes are the best and easiest addition to prevent feedback. E-trailer video was an asset!!
Towbar wiring system arrived within 4 days of placing my order. This 7 to 6 wire system is an upgrade to the simpler 4 wire plugs I've used in the past and will allow me to add on a battery charge line or brake system later on. The demonstration video was indispensable in hooking up the wiring and diodes. Though running and connecting the wiring does take longer than a 10 minute video. Now I can tow my 2016 Jeep Wrangler behind my RV.
I am very glad I purchased through etrailer there price were competitive but more importantly they has great customer service. I had a few issues after installation and they were very helpful in solving them
The wiring kit was installed on a 2020 Jeep JL Sport S. I really appreciate the ordering process and quick shipping of etrailer. The Roadmaster 7-6 wire cable is heavy duty and the coiled design keeps it from dragging on the ground. On the etrailer website there is there is a Q&A segment that has a flowchart to see if you need a brake light relay kit. It states that if you get a brake light with the ignition off you need the kit. I finally learned that the Jeep JL goes to sleep about 5 minutes after the ignition is turned off- so you do not have to use a brake light kit on the Jeep JL.
Nice to get this all in a kit for you initial set up on a toad. Good quality plug cord. I added 2 diodes so I could do my turn signals separate from the brake lights and my toad (CR-V) tail lights all work as if the car was on its own.
Carl - 06/10/2020his product worked as advertised. Installed it on my 2010 Jeep Wrangler. shipped fast and the install wasn't all hard with the help of the great videos on line made it much easier.
Steve g - 07/18/2020Installed on 2019 Jeep Trailhawk for Duo brake system so it was part of the completing that process that included the DUO. Installed Roadmaster Direct Connect base plate, Duo Brake systems to be used with Falcon All Terrain- The system has been great so far after one year in service. The total install for everything probably took me 25-30 hours, working on it over several days. Removal of brand Jeep quarter panel and front end grill was a little nerve wreaking, but easy install on tow plates. The brake and electrical work used the other 60% of the time on this job. I would consider myself to have intermediate skills for automotive repair activity. The slicing of the various electrical brake light system wires was a little challenging to due access in the front end and rear brake light housing. The video's from etrailer.com was very helpful in completing the process from start to finish ( although I had to watch it a number of times as I completed each portion of the install) Note - The jeep brake light wiring will be connected to a plug in receptacle installed at the front of the jeep. Where the coil wire from the RV that plugs into this installed receptacle can become loose from plugging /unpluging the coil wire. The pins can be pushed back thru that rubber housing easily if extreme caution isn't used each time and over time can loose contact with the coil connector. They should improve the plastic sheath that covers the backside of the pins in that receptacle so they cannot be pushed thru the back side.
Everything installed without any issues. I'm very particular so it took 2 days to complete everything. I'm sure a pro could do it much faster. Have towed the 4" lifted (and loaded) Jeep accross the Rockies about 6 times and everything is working perfectly!! Very happy camper!!
Great products fast shipping. Had to call customer service. I really messed up the order. They were helpful and got me on track.
Great towbar! Fast and easy to hookup!
One year ago I purchased the equipment to tow my Jeep Grand Cherokee 4 flat behind my motorhome from etrailer. I received the items within 4 days, and was able to do the install myself thanks to the fantastic instructional videos provided by etrailer. I have towed it from Iowa to Colorado, and several shorter trips. It is easy to hook up/unhook and tows fantastic. I went with the Roadmaster Sterling tow bar as well as the roadmaster crossbar with removable arms. I would HIGHLY recommend this setup! I also put the roadmaster diode wiring set in the Jeep to use the tail lights. Works flawless! I have used etrailer for several items and have always been completely satisfied. Preston was super helpful in helping me choose the best equipment for my application! Can't go wrong with etrailer!
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