How to Use the Tekonsha Prodigy Brake Controller on a 2018 Volkswagen Atlas SEL

Published 05/04/2018

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Question:

Hello, This is a follow up question to Conners answer. I looked at the vehicle connector and it looks like a 7-pin connector. I have attached pictures. Based on them, what connection would you recommend. Also would I need the following part? Pollak Replacement 7-Pole, RV-Style Trailer Connector Socket - Vehicle End Item # PK11893

asked by: Robert

Helpful Expert Reply:

Yes, the Tekonsha Prodigy RF Wireless Trailer Brake Controller part # TK94FR will work on your 2018 Volkswagen Atlas SEL as long as you have a 7-way trailer connector. If you do not already have a 7-way trailer connector then you are going to first need a 4-way trailer connector and then a 4 to 7-way trailer connector. For this, I recommend using the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness part # 118754 with the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller part # ETBC7. Please note that you will still need to run the 12 volt black power wire from the 7-way to the positive terminal on the battery.

In regards to installation, you will need to have the brake controller and vehicle in the same location in order to pair them to one another.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Robert

5/4/2018

Conner L.

5/4/2018

The photo you attached is of a US car connector, not a 7-way trailer connector. However, the US car connector you have can be easily converted to a 7-way trailer connector using Pollak Connector Socket part # PK11893. Once this is installed you would need to test each pin with a circuit tester like part # PTW2993 or a 7-way tester like part # TR20117. If all of the pins are active on the 7-way connector, then you are good to go and can install the Tekonsha Prodigy RF Wireless Trailer Brake Controller part # TK94FR without any further steps. However, if the pins are not active then you will need to take the vehicle to the dealer to have them activate the trailer wiring.