Parts Needed to Install a 7-Way and Trailer Brake Controller on a 2023 Kia Sorento X-Line

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Hi, I recently bought a 2023 Kia Sorento X-Line and was wanting to put a 7 pin connector on so the brakes on my trailer work. I was wondering what I would need to accomplish this as there is not a lot of info that I could find regarding a 7 pin installation. I’ve looked at my car and it looks like there are already plug and play deutsch connectors at the rear by the spare tire as well as under the dash by the fuse panel? I’m hoping you can help me figure this out. Thanks, Lyndon

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You are going to want to install the Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness # TK24FR to get a 7-way on your 2023 Kia Sorento X-Line. I have linked an installation video for this on a 2020 Sorento near the bottom of the page so you can see what all is involved. The wiring kit includes a connector for a Tekonsha Brake Controller # 90195.

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Yes, you can use a weight distribution system on your 2022 Kia Telluride, with use of a hitch that is rated for a WDS like the etrailer Trailer Hitch #e45ZR. This trailer hitch is rated for 5,000-lbs GTW without use of a WDS, and 6,000 GTW with a…

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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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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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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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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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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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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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Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Hey Jeff. There is definitely a correlation between weight and capacity. I've listed the weight of all three of the Power Mountain Tallboy Off-Road Bottle Jacks we have below: Power Mountain Tallboy Off-Road Bottle Jack - 7-15/16" to…

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It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Hi David! There are quite a few hitches offered for your 2026 Honda Odyssey, so I definitely understand wanting to know the differences. There are basically three styles available for you and I have them broken out below: Exposed Crosstube: etrailer…

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