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

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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

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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.

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Robert

5/4/2018

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

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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.

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Answer 1

The Prodigy RF brake controller #TK94FR does receive power from the 12 volt circuit in the trailer connector. But it is not taking anything away from the trailer mounted battery or its charger if equipped. Think of it like an outlet in your house.…

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

Since you have a 7-Way you will only need a few more components to complete a brake controller install on your vehicle. First let's start with a brake controller. I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part #90885. This is our best…

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Check out the picture I attached plus the FAQ article to the right to see a 7-way diagram you could use to wire up your trailer.

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Answer 7

Attached are some photos of the typical wiring functions for truck and trailer 7-Way blade connectors, like parts #PK11893 and #PK12706. If you typical pull a trailer that has a 7-Way connector then you want to follow the pin out diagrams I…

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

Lets begin with the non-functional trailer running lamp circuit. I'd suspect a fuse in the engine compartment fuse block in location #15. Replace the fuse but before plugging the trailer back in, you'll want to closely examine the running…

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Answer 10

If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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Answer 11

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 12

Hey Brandon, I would strongly recommend sticking with the Tekonsha RF brake controller part #TK94FR. We know this works really well and it sounds like it worked well for you too. The Curt Echo is not reliable enough for me to really ever recommend it…

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