Installing a 7-Way Trailer Connector on a 2005 Toyota Tacoma
Published 03/20/2018
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I already have a 7 way on my 2005 Tacoma. I want to replace it because the factory one is faulty. What is the part number for plug n play for a 2005 Tacoma?
asked by: John C
Expert Reply:
I'm not sure why but I can tell you that the part you're looking at, Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness # HM11143910, is a fit for the Lexus 570 but not your 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
To install a 7-way trailer connector on your truck you need to first start by adding a 4-way if you don't already have one. I recommend using the Tekonsha part # 118496. It plugs in either behind the tail lights or along the truck's frame rail on both sides.
Once the 4-way is installed, or if you already have one, use our # ETBC7 kit to convert it to a 7-way. The kit includes everything you need to have a fully functioning 7- and 4-way other than an electric brake controller.
If you also need a brake controller I recommend the Prodigy P3, part # 90195, because of how reliable and easy to use it is. It has an LCD that actually tells you what's going on instead of just reading codes like most controllers.
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Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 7-Way and 4-Flat Connectors
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Vehicle End Connector
- No Converter
- Factory Tow Package
- 4 Flat
- 7 Blade
- Plug and Lead
- Plug-In
- Hopkins
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John
3/20/2018
I already have a 7 way on my 2005 Tacoma. I want to replace it because the factory one is faulty. What is the part number for plug n play for a 2005 Tacoma?