Replacement 7-Way Connector for a 2012 Toyota Tacoma w/ Factory Tow Package

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Do you make a replacement harness for a 2012 toyota tacoma that has the factory 7 pin trailer plug. Mine got smashed from bottoming out the bumper and I need a replacement

asked by: James B

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Yes, we do. You will want the Pollak Replacement 7-Pole item # PK11893. This will replace the damaged 7-way on your Tacoma. It plugs directly into your factory wiring harness.

I have linked a review video below.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Answer 1

Most often the root cause for issues with trailer lighting is a weak ground. Strange as it may sound, a loose or rusty/corroded ground can cause a vehicle's trailer wiring harness to badly misbehave and shut down some functions. It may also just…

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Answer 2

Your best bet would be to trace the running light circuit from the trailer connector all the way back to the lamps. You will want to pay careful attention to the point where the running light circuit for the right side of the trailer splits off from…

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Answer 3

It sounds like you have a 7-Way and are using a 7 to 4-Way adapter because the trailer has a 4-Way flat. If the running lights are not working with this set up, the first thing you will want to do is use a circuit tester, like #PTW2993 if needed, and…

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Answer 4

You will not need to tap into any brake lines on your Sequoia. How you'll proceed will depend on whether the trailer has brakes and which trailer connector it has. I'll assume the trailer has electric brakes and is equipped with a 7-way…

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Answer 5

To upgrade your 2002 Toyota Sequoia to a 7-Way RV style connector you will need to add a 4-Way to 7-Way adapter, like the Adapter 4 Pole to 7 Pole and 4 Pole, item #37185. There is a 4-Way connector on the back of the adapter that you plug your…

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Answer 6

I've never heard of an actual third brake light connector on a camper shell to plug in on a truck and we don't carry any parts to do that. The light generally needs to be hardwired into the truck's brake light circuit. The issue with this…

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Answer 7

I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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Answer 8

The manual lockout on your Atwood 85778 surge brake coupler is there so that you can back up the trailer without the brakes locking up on you. Yes you can safely tow your trailer with the broken manual lockout, you just have to make sure you…

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Answer 9

If the trailer wheels scrubbed (dragged and scrapped the ground instead of rolling) when jack knifed then it could have thrown something out of alignment or damaged something. First, inspect the suspension. Look for any elongated holes where…

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Answer 10

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 11

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 12

If you are needing the hub and drum assembly then you will want to go with the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly #8-201-5UC3-EZ but if you are just looking for an idler hub then you will want part #8-213-5UC1 instead. These come with the correct…

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