Parts Needed to Install a Brake Controller on a 1996 Jeep Cherokee

Published 03/16/2018

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Tekonsha Tail Light Converter with 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector and Install Kit

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Wiring Kit for 2, 4, 6, and 8 Brake Electric Trailer Brake Controllers

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Question:

Thanks for getting back to me so quick. In looking at your suggested items the conversion plug from 4 to 7 pin looks exactly like the one I have.

asked by: Joseph

Expert Reply:

In order to activate the brakes on your trailer with your 1996 Jeep Cherokee you would need to install a 4-way trailer connector, 4 to 7-way trailer connector, and a brake controller. The 4 to 7-way converter your trailer came with would not allow the vehicle to activate all functions of the trailer.

For a 4-way trailer connector, I recommend the Upgraded Circuit Protected Tail Light Converter part # 119178KIT. Then for a 4 to 7-way trailer connector, I recommend the Universal Installation Kit part # ETBC7 which also comes with the wiring you will need to install a brake controller. For brake controller I recommend the Hopkins Agility Trailer Brake Controller part # HM47295 which is an excellent cost effective option for you.

I have attached a review video of both the controller and install kit for you as well.

expert reply by: Conner L

Joe

3/16/2018

Thanks for getting back to me so quick. In looking at your suggested items the conversion plug from 4 to 7 pin looks exactly like the one I have.

Conner L.

3/16/2018

Since you already have a 4 to 7-way trailer connector for the vehicle side, you will not need the Universal Installation Kit part # ETBC7. You will however still need the wires that attach the 7-way to the brake controller which you can obtain with part # 5506. So to summarize, in order to install a brake controller on your Jeep you will need part # 119178KIT, part # 5506, and part # HM47295.