Will Trailer Connector Provided With Stealth Hitch SH25VR Release Surge Brakes On Boat Trailer

Updated 06/02/2021 | Published 06/01/2021

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Question:

Does the wiring harness and/or wiring instructions have means for releasing the surge brakes on the trailer when backing up?

asked by: Terence T

Expert Reply:

If your surge brake coupler is equipped with an electric lockout solenoid, the 7-way trailer connector included with the Stealth Hitch # SH25VR will actuate the lockout, as long as the purple wire for the 7-way is tapped into the vehicle's reverse lamp circuit as outlined in the linked installation instructions. This assumes your boat trailer uses a 7-way trailer connector. If the trailer use a 5-pole connector, you can use an adapter like part
# A57WB.

I'll also link to an installation video that shows both the hitch and the wiring being installed on a 2020 BMW X5 like yours.

expert reply by: Mike L