Parts Needed To Add 7-Way Wiring Harness to 2017 Toyota RAV4
Question:
I have a 17 Rav4 Limited. I am buying a 1350 lb tear camper. So far so good. The tear is wired with 7-pin that provides: lights, turn signals, and charge for the on-board 12V system when car is running. No brakes on trailer. Normally a 4-pin would provide the lights/turn signal that the trailer needs. But that doesnt give me the trickle charge for the trailers batteries. Does this make sense? Is there a 7-pin harness for this vehicle that will work? Thanks
asked by: Mike D
Expert Reply:
We do have a 7-way you can add that will do exactly what you need on your 2017 Toyota RAV4. If you don't already have a 4-way you will need to add that first. You can use the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118578. Like you said, this is what you would normally use to power your trailer's signal lights.
Once this is installed you can add the 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit for Trailer Brake Controller Installation - 12 Gauge Wires # ETBC7L. This is designed for a brake controller like the Curt Echo # C51180 so it does not include the output wire for the brake controller. Since you don't need that wire without brakes on your trailer this is the perfect solution. This kit will give you the 12V power and 7-way connection you need to tow your trailer.
I have attached some installation videos for your reference.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller - 7-Way Plug Mount w/ Bluetooth App - 1 to 2 Axle - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Hidden
- Up to 2 Axles
- Smartphone Display
- CURT
more information >
7-Way RV Upgrade Kit for Trailer Brake Controller Installation - 12 Gauge Wires
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Installation Kits
- etrailer
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Search Results: 7 pin trailer wiring harness
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Video: etrailer Trailer Brake Controller 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit Installation - 2020 Subaru Outback Wagon
- Shop: T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Shop: 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit for Trailer Brake Controller Installation - 12 Gauge Wires
- Shop: Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller - 7-Way Plug Mount w/ Bluetooth App - 1 to 2 Axle - Proportional
- Shop: Transmission Cooler
- Article: What Do I Need To Tow A Trailer?
- Article: Trailer Hitch Receiver Sizes
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
- Q&A: How To Install a 7-Way Trailer Connector and Brake Controller On a 2017 Toyota RAV4
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a 4-Way and 7-Way Trailer Connector
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Shop: Derale Stacked-Plate Engine Oil Cooler Kit w/ Sandwich Adapter (Multiple Threads) - Class III
- Shop: Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit w/Barb Inlets - Class III - Efficient
- Q&A: Mounting A 7-pin And 4-pin Connector To My 2018 Toyota RAV-4
- Q&A: Parts Needed to Install 7-Way Adapter on 2018 Toyota RAV4
- Shop: Adapter 4 Pole to 7 Pole Vehicle End Trailer Connector
- Shop: Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Search Results: brake controller
- Video: Choosing the Right Trailer Wiring
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Video: Choosing the Right Brake Controller
- Search Results: trailer brake controller
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Article: How to Choose the Right Trailer Hitch Class
- Q&A: Lug Nut Torque Chart for Trailer Wheels
- Search Results: hitch
on Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
