Can a Brake Controller be Installed on a 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid

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I have a 2008 Highlander Hybrid and was wondering if you have any experience with this vehicle. In particular there are four wires that go to the brake switch and I am concerned that with the hybrid system that it may not be a simple switch.

asked by: Bill F

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The brake controllers and methods for installation do include hybrid models of the 2008 Toyota Highlander. All you will need to do at the brake switch is use a circuit tester such as # PTW2993 to test the wires until you find the one that only has power when the brake pedal is pressed and not at any other time (such as with the headlights or turn signals on). It is likely a blue/gray wire.

You will also need to install a 4-Way trailer connector unless the vehicle already has one. If you do need one, then use # 118449 if your Highlander does NOT have the factory tow package or # 56042 if it does have the factory tow package.

Then you will need installation kit # ETBC7 to add the 7-Way. I have included some links that show and explain the ETBC7 installation for you. For a brake controller I recommend the P2 # 90885 because it is easy to set up and use and it is reliable.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

I did some research on the Highlander Hybrid and did not find anything that says there is a different grounding situation on the Hybrid Highlanders. I did notice that the factory replacement harness, item #118248, uses a chassis ground so grounding…

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Answer 2

You can absolutely install a trailer brake controller on your 2006 Toyota Highlander. Starting with the brake controller itself, I highly recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 #90885. This is an excellent proportional controller that will activate your…

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Answer 4

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 5

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If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 8

That's a very good question, we tend to be extra cautious and say to use 10 gauge wire because that would be more than enough. When you get into longer trailers that will end up using a lot of wire the heavier gauge wire becomes more necessary.…

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Answer 9

Hi LaMar, To add a 7-way plug to your 2024 Toyota Highlander SLE you'll need to use the etrailer Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controllers part #ETBC7. This kit will give you a functioning 4-way flat and 7-way for towing and…

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Answer 10

Hello Dan, We can most definitely get you set up to use your Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty brake controller in your 2022 Toyota Highlander. Since you were looking at the #ETBC7, I’m assuming your Highlander does not have the factory tow package. To equip…

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Answer 11

Actually, the P3 now has the upgraded axis accelerometer like the P2. The Tekonsha P3 Trailer Brake Controller #90195, will work with both electric over hydraulic brakes on the trailer as well as electric brakes. It has a menu option on the display…

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