How Do I Set up a 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser with a 7-Way and a Brake Controller

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My wife and I recently bought a 2008 Toyota FJ cruiser. I recently inquired about a brake controller and 7 blade connector from your website. I was satisfied with the resonse I got, but I did have one more question. The local RV dealer here told us that there is a special conversion kit that is available only from Toyota that they can get for approximately $80-90.00. Are they just trying to pull one on me? From what you described, I sounds like something I could just as easily do myself- I just want to make sure I have everything I need for this vehicle to do it correctly.

asked by: Dave

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Expert Reply:

I am not aware of a conversion kit that would be necessary for your FJ Cruiser. All you should need is the appropriate brake controller, I recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 part # 90885, and the install kit, part # ETBC7.

If your vehicle does not already have a 4 way trailer connector, you will need a T-1 Harness, part # 118405, the one you were looking at. The T-1 connector would tap into your lighting circuits to provide lighting for your trailer.

We also have a very good two part video on installing the ETBC7 and a similar brake controller on a Toyota FJ that should be very helpful to you. I have linked to them below.

expert reply by: Mike L

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