How to Install a Brake Controller in a 2006 Toyota Tacoma with 7-Way

Updated 05/18/2015 | Published 05/16/2015

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Question:

I have a 2006 Toyota Tacoma 4wd with the factory towing kit. It has the 7 pin connector and I also have the factory Trailer Brake Jumper harness. I need to be able to use the electric brakes on a camper I am purchasing. This will be an occasional use camper and used only 6-7 times per year within 100 miles or so. What electric trailer brake module would you recommend and can I plug and play with a harness? 3040-P, I believe. I found the harness just above the kick panel on the drivers side. Thanks,

asked by: Jay G

Expert Reply:

Since you have a 7-Way you will only need a few more components to complete a brake controller install on your vehicle.

First let's start with a brake controller. I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part # 90885. This is our best selling brake controller because of how well it works and how easy it is to setup.

Next, for a wiring kit to install the brake controller and the 7-way adapter you would want the Wiring Kit for 2 and 4 Brake Electric Brake Controllers # 5506. This will provide the power source and ground for the wiring for the brake controller. You will need to test the wires from the brake pedal switch of your vehicle to find a circuit that has voltage when the brakes are applied and none when not applied. This will be the circuit you will run the red wire to.

Finally you will need to run a length of 10 gauge wire (part # 10-1-1) from the brake output circuit of the controller to the brake output circuit of the 7-way (blue wire). The # 10-1-1 is sold by the foot so you will need to order a quantity of the amount of feet you will need.

I attached an FAQ on installing brake controllers for you to check out.