Can Tekonsha Wireless Brake Controller Install with 4-Way to 7-Way Adapter

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Is it possible to use a 4-pin to 7-pin adapter + the Tekonsha wireless brake controller and leave the power/brake input/brake output wires open ? My vehicle only has a 4-pin connector

asked by: Charlie

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You can use a 4-way to 7-way adapter like the part # 37185 to install a Prodigy RF part # TK94FR but you have to connect the black wire of the # 37185 up to the positive post of the vehicle battery through a circuit breaker like part # 9510.

Once you do that the RF will be active and ready to go. No other wires would be needed to be ran.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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James

8/15/2024

The black wire will go to the breaker then from there to the positive terminal of the battery?

Jameson C.

8/15/2024

@James Yes that is correct.

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Answer 3

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 9

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Answer 11

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