Parts Needed To Tow a Trailer with Brakes Using a 2003 Toyota 4Runner

Published 10/23/2019

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Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 7-Way and 4-Flat Connectors

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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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Question:

Hopkins Towing Solution 47805 Trailer Brake Control Quick Install Harness was provided to me when I purchases my 2003 Toyota 4runner . The vehicle came with an installed Hitch . Now I would like to tow a trailer what else would I need and where dose the above harness get installed.

asked by: Farooq A

Expert Reply:

The parts needed to tow a trailer with a 2003 Toyota 4Runner will vary based on options such as whether or not you have the factory tow package which would have came with a factory 7-way at the rear. I have attached a list of each option below but chances are you don't have the factory tow package.

With Tow Package:
Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness part # HM43374
Hopkins Agility Trailer Brake Controller part # HM47294
Hopkins Plug-in Simple Brake Wiring Adapter part # HM47815 or Toyota Universal Brake Control Connector Adapter part 47805

Without Tow Package:
Hopkins Tail Light Converter Kit part # HM48925
Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller part # ETBC7
Hopkins Agility Trailer Brake Controller part # HM47295

Please note, the Hopkins Plug-in Simple Brake Wiring Adapter and Toyota Universal Brake Control Connector Adapter are only options if you have the factory tow package. They would plug into a connector under the driver dash (if present) which you can see in the attached install video.