7-Way Adapter for 2016 Toyota Highlander with 4-Way to Activate Trailer Brakes and Charge Battery

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I have a 2016 Toyota Highlander v6 so supposedly has the tow package but didn’t come with a hitch or wiring. I installed a hitch and Toyota 4pin trailer wiring. I may be getting an rv so I’ll need to convert to 7 pin and power the rv battery and control the brakes. I don’t have any of those components or wiring. Can yall help me figure out what I need for that? I have a utility trailer that uses the 4pin still too. Thanks

asked by: John L

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Hey John, what you need is the part # ETBC7 as this comes with everything needed to adapt your 4-way to a 7-way plus wire up a brake controller like the P2 # 90885 and activate the 12 volt charge circuit for the battery.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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John L.

5/8/2024

Awesome. Thanks for the help

Jameson C.

5/8/2024

@JohnL No prob!

Answer 1

It sounds like you may already have a 4 way connector on your vehicle, which is half of the battle. In order to operate the Curt Echo Mobile Wireless Brake Controller #C51180 you will need an almost fully functional 7 way connector; using something…

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Answer 2

There is one option for a brake controller for your 2016 Toyota Highlander that will not require any type of wiring whatsoever, but that would only be if you have the factory tow package with a 7-way. It sounds like you do have this so if you do not…

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Answer 3

Since your plan is to use the Curt Echo part #C51180 the 4-way to 7-way adapter you need is the part #ETBC7L which was made with the Echo in mind. It comes with the correct size breakers and wire gauge that the controller needs which happens to be 12…

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Answer 4

The Curt Wiring Harness #C56217 does have an external ground for the converter box harness that would need to be grounded to the vehicle's sheet metal. However, when I checked your order, you ordered the Tow Ready Wiring Harness #118449 and this…

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Answer 5

Hey Stephen, yes you would need a brake controller installed in order for the Curt 7-way tester part #C73NR to be able to test the brake output circuit. There won't be voltage on that circuit until one is installed and activated.

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Answer 6

The most likely issue is a blown or missing fuse for the trailer lighting. Locate the fuse panel under the hood, on the driver's side, near the fender. Your Owner's Manual can additionally provide you a picture of the location and…

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Answer 7

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 8

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 9

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 10

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Answer 11

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 12

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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