Parts Needed to Install Brake Controller in 2018 Toyota Highlander with 4-Way Wiring
Published 10/31/2018
Question:
Hello, I need some help understanding setting up my highlander to use a trailer. I live in Virginia, trailers with a gross weight more than 3000 lbs need to have working brakes. I want to get a trailer with a max GVWR of 5000lbs, which is the max capacity my Highlander can tow. The trailer will have a max of two axles. I have purchased a Draw-tit Max E-loader class 4 hitch #75896, and I have also purchased a Curt T- connector Vehicle harness #C56217, along with a mounting Bracket #18144. I need a brake controller, and I am considering the Tekonsha Primus IQ Code: TK90160 At the Bottom, the page explains I also need a Universal Brake controller installation Kit # ETBC7. The page doesnt explain what this installation kit does. I am assuming the universal kit is what bridges the Electronic controller between the vehicle braking system and the Trailer brakes. is this correct? Is the brake controller I am considering an appropriate application for the highlander and trailer combination.
asked by: Erik
Expert Reply:
You are on the right track to being able to tow the trailer you mentioned with your 2018 Toyota Highlander. Since you already have a hitch and a 4-way installed the next thing you need is the # ETBC7 that you mentioned. This kit comes everything you need to convert the 4-way to a 7-way and wire up the brake controller. Basically the 4-way you have plugs into the 4-way of the included adapter to provide the taillight functions and the connections you make for the 7-way adapter then are what activates the brake controller.
I attached an install video that shows the install process on a similar 2014 Toyota Highlander for you to check out as well.
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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
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