Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional
Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Nissan and Infiniti
Part Numbers: TK90160,3050-P
Our Price: $126.36
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Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional
part number: TK90160
This proportional brake controller has simple controls and a digital display for diagnostic information. Includes 3 boost levels, a slide-bar manual override, built-in battery protection, automatic leveling, and continuous diagnostics.
Features:
- Brake controller activates trailer brakes in proportion to your vehicle's braking action
- Automatically adjusts trailer's braking based on deceleration of tow vehicle
- Straight-forward controls keep settings within easy reach
- Gain setting lets you adjust the amount of power sent to the trailer's brakes
- 3 Boost levels let you adjust initial braking power and aggressiveness
- Slide-bar manual override allows you to control trailer sway or stop in emergencies
- LED display shows your current settings and diagnostic information
- Built-in safeguards protect your vehicle, trailer, and the controller
- Runs continuous diagnostic checks to alert you to any potential problems
- Minimizes drain on car battery when not in use
- Prevents trailer brakes from overheating by reducing power output to them during prolonged stops
- Quick-disconnect feature lets you easily remove and store the controller when not in use
- Replacement wiring harness (sold separately) and replacement bracket (6927 - sold separately) required to swap controller between vehicles
- Easy installation with automatic leveling
- Position anywhere from -90 degrees to 90 degrees up and down
- Controller must be parallel with direction of travel and horizontally level
- Included harness hardwires to vehicle and plugs into controller
- Plug-in, vehicle-specific adapter available for select vehicles to reduce installation time
- Mounting bracket and hardware included
Specs:
- Application: trailers with up to 3 axles (6 brake assemblies)
- Compatible with electric brakes only
- Dimensions: 5" long x 4-3/8" wide x 2-1/2" tall
- Mounting range: between -90 degrees and 90 degrees vertically
- Limited lifetime warranty
Gain Power Adjustment
You can adjust the gain (also known as output) with the thumbwheel on the front of the controller. Gain lets you set the maximum amount of power that will be applied to your trailer's brakes. A heavier trailer will need more power to achieve smooth, safe braking, while a lighter trailer will need less. Typically, the gain is only readjusted when you experience changing road conditions or if the weight of your trailer changes.
Power Boost for Heavy-Duty Towing
The boost setting controls the aggressiveness of your trailer's braking, meaning how quickly the brakes reach the maximum braking level. You can adjust this when you're towing heavy loads and you need more umph to bring your trailer to a stop. Your tow vehicle doesn't need that much power to brake in time, but your heavy trailer does.
Depending on the level of boost, your trailer brakes can start at either 13 percent or 25 percent of the set gain. What this means is that, instead of starting at 0, the brakes will start at 25 percent and get to 100 percent sooner. This keeps the trailer from pushing your tow vehicle forward.
If your trailer weighs less than your tow vehicle, no boost is needed. But, if you want your trailer to lead the braking, you can select level B1.
Boost Levels:
| Approximate Gross Trailer Weight | Boost Level | Increase in Initial Power Output |
|---|---|---|
| Less than tow vehicle GVW | B1 | 13% |
| Equal to tow vehicle GVW | B1 or B2 | 13% or 25% |
| Up to 25% more than tow vehicle GVW | B2 or B3* | 25% |
| Up to 40% more than tow vehicle GVW | B3* | 25% |
*Both B2 and B3 offer a 25-percent boost in initial power. But the braking curve for B3 is more aggressive than that of B2. This means that, even though you will start out with the same intensity when using these boost levels, you will get an overall more aggressive braking experience with the higher level. So if you use B3, you will reach maximum braking sooner than if you use B2.
To adjust the boost, use the blue push-button on the top of the Primus IQ.
Slide-Bar Manual Override
The Tekonsha Primus IQ comes with an easy-to-reach, slide-bar manual override, great for stopping sway or controlling your trailer's momentum in emergencies. To engage the manual override, just push the slide-bar to the left, towards the center of the controller. This will activate the trailer's brakes and brake lights without you having to apply the brakes on your tow vehicle, perfect for limiting trailer movement while you're cruising.
Quick, Simple Installation
The Primus IQ can mount between -90 degrees and 90 degrees vertically, but the brake controller still needs to be horizontally level and parallel with the direction of travel.
After mounting the Primus IQ unit in your cab using the included bracket, hardwire one end of the included pigtail harness directly into your vehicle. The other end plugs into the brake controller. To remove the IQ for storage when you're not using it, just unplug the unit and slide it out of the bracket. With a replacement wiring harness (sold separately) and replacement bracket (6927 - sold separately), you can even transfer the IQ to another vehicle.
Installation Accessories
See etrailer.com's exclusive 7- and 4-way brake-control installation kit (ETBC7 - sold separately) if you don't already have a 7-way plug at the back of your vehicle
Note: If a custom brake control wiring adapter is not available for your vehicle, one of the following will be required:
- 20-Amp circuit breaker (9506P - sold separately) for 2- to 4-brake applications
- 30-Amp circuit breaker (38630 - sold separately) for 6- to 8-brake applications
Proportional Braking
The Tekonsha Primus IQ brake controller comes equipped with proportional braking to give you the best towing experience. Proportional braking means that your trailer brakes mimic your tow vehicle's brakes. If you slam on the brakes in your vehicle, your trailer brakes will activate with the same intensity; if you brake lightly, your trailer brakes lightly too. The trailer's braking is in proportion to your vehicle's braking. This saves wear and tear on the tires and the brakes on both your vehicle and trailer.
The Primus IQ uses an internal inertia sensor to detect how your vehicle is braking so it can send the right amount of braking power to your trailer. It measures the inertia of your tow vehicle and activates the trailer's brakes to slow at the same rate. The result is uniform braking across your towing setup. No push-pull action - just smooth, proportional braking every time.
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Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Nissan and Infiniti
part number: 3050-P
Install your electric brake controller quickly and easily with this custom wiring adapter. Simply plug one end of the adapter into your brake controller and then plug the other end into the junction box beneath your vehicle's dashboard.
Features:
- Wiring adapter eases installation of your electric brake controller
- Custom connector end plugs into the built-in port beneath the dash of your vehicle
- Other end plugs into the back of your electric brake controller
- Compatible time-delayed brake controllers: Draw-Tite Activator I (5100), Draw-Tite Activator II (5500), Draw-Tite Activator III (5520) and Tekonsha PowerTrac (39523)
- Compatible proportional brake controllers: Tekonsha Prodigy (90185), Tekonsha P2 (90885), Tekonsha P3 (90195), Tekonsha Primus IQ (TK90160) and Tekonsha Voyager (39510)
- Limited 1-year warranty
Installation of Tekonsha Brake Controller Adapter
This adapter plugs into the 6-pin connector on your vehicle's built-in brake control wiring harness. Older models will have the harness located underneath the dash, to the left of the steering column, taped to another harness near the emergency brake pedal. Newer models have the harness under the dash, above the gas pedal.
To install your electric brake controller you need to connect the wiring of the controller to your vehicle. Certain manufacturers offer pre-wired options, typically known as tow packages, wherein these wires are run for you from the dash to the trailer connector on the back of your vehicle. Often, a brake controller wiring harness is included with your tow package. This harness plugs into a port beneath your dash and connects to the four wires of the brake controller. If, however, you have a brake controller with a plug in place of the four loose wires, you can use the Tekonsha adapter.
This adapter requires no hardwiring. It is designed to plug directly into your electric brake controller for the simplest installation possible. Because there are no wires to connect, installation is not permanent. You can unplug and remove your brake controller at any time and securely stow it away.
305000 Tekonsha Brake Control Wiring Adapter with 2 Plugs
Replaces 3050-P
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Customer Satisfaction Score:
98% were satisfied with this product
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Customer Reviews
Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional - TK90160
Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Nissan and Infiniti - 3050-P
Average Customer Rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars (3087 Customer Reviews)
This proportional brake controller has simple controls and a digital display for diagnostic information. Includes 3 boost levels, a slide-bar manual override, built-in battery protection, automatic leveling, and continuous diagnostics. Install your electric brake controller quickly and easily with this custom wiring adapter. Simply plug one end of the adapter into your brake controller and then plug the other end into the junction box beneath your vehicle's dashboard.by: Cain05/10/2024
I am by no means mechanically inclined but the ease of connecting adapter on one end and the other end into the unit was way easy on my 2017 Nissan Titan. Probably no longer than 30 minutes to install.
by: Bill G.06/04/2017
2008 Nissan Titan
I purchased the 3050-P quick connect wire harness for the ease of installation.
My 2008 Nissan Titan has the big tow package and I needed an electric brake system.
All I had to do was remove two phillips head screws and the lower dash panel pulls off. Locate the factory brake harness which is taped up at the emergency brake and attach the two together. I routed the harness to the right side of the lower dash because I'm right handed but, there is enough wire to move it to other areas within reason.
I also purchased the pod Pro Series 80500 which serves 1 or 2 axel brake systems. I mounted it to my lower dash on the right side within reach and it plugs right into the wire harness.
I have not had chance to use the new system yet but, am confident that etrailer has sold me a system that will work for me.
by: J06/19/2013
THANKS for the Brake Controller unit from ETrailer. It arrived w/in 5 days from your MO location to my So CAL residence.
Even as an Engineer/Scientist from the Delta IV rocket program and no experience with brake controllers, I was able to install this unit by myself. Your continued (live human) support and online video clips proved to be the key elements to this installation...without my symbolic pocket protector.
I have attached a few images of the unit, mounted to the fuse-panel cover (3/16 attachments with locking hex nuts) in a 2006 Toyota 4Runner SR5 (with factory tow package). The placement of the unit onto the panel cover allows a new panel cover (no holes drilled) to be used when it is time to sell the vehicle.
by: Steven05/09/2024
I have had only one opportunity to test the Tekonsha brake controller, but I was very pleased with its performance. I won't say installation was easy, but got it done in a reasonable amount of time. Watching other how-to videos really helped.
by: V Johnson10/02/2015
I have installed the Tekonsha Primus IQ Brake Controller with the ETBC7 Brake Controller wiring kit on my 1990 Chevy Blazer Scottsdale. Everything that I needed was included and the installation instructions were simple. We will be trying it out for the first time in early November when we are going to rent a small travel trailer. If we like the experience we may buy a travel trailer to go with our brake controller! Before and after pictures attached. Thanks for the quick service and support.
by: Linus01/30/2014
Pictures of the install. Approximately a 20 min job. First picture my finger is pointing to the factory plug with the etrailer supplied harness plugged in. Note the harness did not specify that the white common with the ring terminal should be connected to ground. But then again that SHOULD be obvious. I will be towing this weekend so I will rate the product then. One minor gripe is that there is always power to the unit which is a battery drain (as evidenced with the key out of the ignition and the unit stayed on) Not sure as to the impact but the controller can always be unplugged or removed.
Sorry for the dirty floor mats in the photos.
by: Steve M12/27/2016
Product was delivered on time. Installation vehicle was a 2012 Ford Expedition Limited with factory tow package and was a breeze. I purchased the pre-wired pigtail which fit the Ford connector with no problem. I used the snap-in plastic bracket, mounted on the knee panel as close as possible to the center console. I held the bracket in place using painters tape to check the mounting position before driving in the self tapping screws. Start to finish was less than 10 minutes. I pull a 29' tandem axel travel trailer which comes in around 7,000 lbs and so far, stopping has been smooth and even with no jerking.
by: alan01/18/2017
installed on a 2009 F-150 everything was as advertised. It was plug and play. My truck had the wire plug behind the dash so was easy to hook up. I installed it in the hole below the coin holder. To reach the pre-wired plug you have to remove the panel anyway. I don't like any wires showing or anything I might hit with my leg. So did not mount it on the lower dash. You have to pull the plastic box out to unplug the connector. So just cut off the back of the box off and run the connector through the hole and connect to the controller. This way you can remove the controller anytime you want. Also you can see the readout much easier then mounting it on the lower dash. See pics
by: Alex08/07/2019
Excellent quality of materials, fit perfectly fine on our 2018 Infiniti QX-60. Just make sure to take the cap off from the break connector in order to fit the plug and play wire harness. Cap is attached.
Thanks,
Alex S.
8/8/2020
The product has been working flawless.
by: Andrew 02/12/2024
Infiniti
Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller And wiring harness purchased to pull 20’ enclosed trailer on my Infiniti QX 80. Installation was easy and correct the first time. Controller works great. Thank you etrailer
by: Bob Z.12/11/2015
2015 Nissan Xterra
It was easy to use this short wiring harness to connect a Tekonsha Prodigy P3 brake controller to the factory installed under-dash connector on our new 2015 Xterra. ALL 2015 Xterras have that under-dash connector, regardless of trim level or model. Previous years may also, just look for the white 6-conductor connector that is taped to a wire bundle under the dash above the right side of the driver footwell (see my photo). The cable was just the right length to make the connection to the brake controller mounted to the plastic panel just up from the hood release tab (see the other photo). Because the brackets supplied with the controller would have placed the controller about an inch from the dash surface, creating a knee-banger situation, I instead use some industrial quality 3M dual-lock fastener (like velcro on steroids) to mount the controller. The controller is securely mounted right up against the dash panel, but is still is removable, if needed.
If you also need a rear 7-way connector harness and the relays that all plug into the factory installed connectors, I highly recommend #118266. It provides everything you will need except for the bracket to mount the 7-way connector to the bottom lip of the rear bumper, see #TM76474.
by: Shawn W.04/10/2020
I've been running the Tekonsha Primus IQ for just over a year now. Very pleased w/ it.
Simple set up & operation. I tow a variety of trailers w/ my '07 2500 HD including dump trailer w/ firewood, car hauler, and enclosed cargo trailer. The weights are anywhere from empty, to 5k. Very easy to adjust as conditions change. I borrowed a trailer from a family member and the controller picked up a short. Come to find out a wire was pinched from ramps being slid in on the underside. The digital screen notified me before loading it up and hitting the road. I would recommend this product.
by: Li Zhang11/09/2017
This is a great controller, recommended by my trailer manufacturer. I actually don't know too much about it, how it works, etc. But it doesn't require much knowledge to use it. Install it like instructed by etrailer it just works. You can see the number goes up as you apply more pressure on the brake pedal, and the trailer stops with no problem. It's magic.
The only thing I wished they do is to supply a longer length of the thin wire to connect to the break line. For my 2013 CRV, the break line you need to tap into is on the left side of the steering column, if you want to install the break controller on the right side, the wire is a little so short; but you can make it, it's just a little tight. I want to install the break controller to the right side of the steering column because I don't want to accidentally bump into it every time I get in and out of the car. It's a great, the best product though.
by: William03/02/2021
Works like a dream on my single axle 3200 lb travel trailer and my 2017 Toyota Tacoma. Like many of the other Tacoma owner reviewers, I mounted my Tekonsha Primus IQ controller in the small cubby to the left of the steering wheel and ran a couple screws up through the lower switch access to mount the bracket hidden inside the dash. Ended up looking like a factory install, exposing just enough of the unit to access the controls and read the display.
by: Terry G08/21/2018
Installed in my 2014 GMC Acadia in about 30 minutes. Used the GMC plug-in wiring adapter. No problems. Looks like it was made for that location.
by: David06/17/2014
Installed quickly an easily into my 2009 GMC Sierra 2500HD by wiring up to the factory harness. Be sure to watch the etrailer.com video to see which wires need connected at the fuse box in the engine compartment! (Easy hook-ups, just need to make sure you see which ones get hooked up and where.)
And if you don't use your ash tray, these brake controllers squeeze nicely into the ash tray compartment/recess in the lower part of the dash. Makes a great place to keep most of the controller out of the way and it's easy to install (you will have to create 2x new holes in the plastic detachable controller mounting bracket but its very easy - you can see the mounting screws in the 'new' holes and the old holes go unused as shown in the photo).
Only had a trailer hooked up once, but the controller functioned as designed. I think the 'Boost' function will come in handy if I use a well-loaded trailer and need some additional stopping power from the trailer.
by: Jim H.06/11/2014
Shipping was great. Stared at it for a couple of days before unpacking. The trailer connector mounting was easy with the holes almost matching the existing holes on my 2013 Toyota Highlander. The first four wires are a snap, they are just plugged into the existing four pin connector. I routed the two wire cable towards the front using ty wraps and improvised L brackets fixed to existing chassis screws.
I mounted the Circuit Breakers on the inside of the left fender making sure there was hood clearance (see photo). Then I hit a snag. There was no easy way to get the brake and 12V power wire to the brake controller inside the car. For grins, I goggled "brake controller video" for my car and came up with a video made by "eTrailer." (Thank you eTrailer) Three things from the video helped me: wire access from inside the car through the firewall, a place to mount the controller and how to locate the brake wire. After the installation I had 18" of two wire cable left over. The install took me about six hours. (I'm 71 and I took my time.)
A couple days later I connected the trailer for a test ride. The brake controller worked like a dream.
Things I liked: Retaining the four wire trailer plug setup next to the seven wire trailer plug. Controller display works but you don't have to look at it. The two wire cable was adequate for the job. Being an Engineer (retired) I worry about things like that.
Thing I didn't like: The mounting plate for the trailer plug is a little weak. A stiffer plate would have been better suited for me. and, oh yeh, somebody else to install it. ;=)
by: Tim03/06/2024
Took me about 10 minutes to install on my 2000 Chevy Silverado. Plug and play.
by: Erick S07/26/2016
IT WORKED PERFECTLY. This is my first time to purchase, install, and use a brake controller. Add to top it off, it was my first time to pull a trailer. It was on a Saturday, exactly six days before a scheduled tent-camping trip, when my wife found a good deal on a used pop up camper. The camper was equipped with electric brakes, so it was required to install a brake controller on my SUV. It was Sunday (next day) when I ordered the Tekonsha TK90160, along with the other necessary part numbers #118449, #A0500, #18136, #ETBC7. I was planning to take the parts to a shop to have it installed as soon as I received them. I was hoping I can get them on Tuesday, but UPS dropped it off to the local post office, which caused it to be delivered at 3pm on Wednesday afternoon. The shops that I went to either did not have an installer available, or were all booked for the week. I had to "take courage" and install it myself. I am so thankful that etrailer.com provides extensive videos of reviews, installation, and operation of the products that they sell. I made the connections as shown and hoped for the best. I picked up the camper on Thursday, and was sooo relieved that it worked perfectly. We took off on Friday and the camping trip was a success. We are looking forward to making more good memories with our camper. Thank you etrailer!
by: Shane06/09/2021
2011 f150 3.5EB XLT superCrew. Easy plug and play install with the harness I bought also on etrailer, the problem was mounting. I hated the way the supplied mounts looked and didn’t want to bump into it. With some careful measuring and a hacksaw I was able to mount it inside the “plastic cup thingy” that fills the void where the factory controller would be. Attached pictures, the factory plastic cup thingy screws keep it locked in place and the supplies screws let’s you mount the controller into the plastic cup. Looks crooked with the white/silver plastic covering but it is aligned with direction of travel and level, also berey snug and mounted solidly.
by: majusa10/17/2017
Installation was straightforward with help from the online videos. I also installed the ETBC7 universal installation kit. At first I thought etrailer had shorted some parts, but it turns out that the 18140 bracket is sold separately. Had to take back the choice words I uttered under breath. Ended up mounting the provided bracket directly to the hitch with screws which was a little more difficult. As a safety measure--and a little on the overboard side--I also used a dremel to cut a small slit in the center of the provided bracket so I could attach a hose clamp similar to the one in 18140.
Space inside the cab for mounting the brake controller was tight.
Nonetheless, all works fine per my test meter. Don't yet have a trailer to connect, but meter checks out fine.
by: Michael 02/07/2024
2015 Nissan Titan
I received the Prodigy 3 brake controller very quick. It was a plug and play. Installation was completed in less than 30 minutes. Etrailer are the best.
by: Jeffrery06/14/2024
Prompt shipping. Very helpful in answering questions about the installation when replacing the controller.
by: Joshua B10/26/2019
I am still very much satisfied with my Tekonsha brake system and harness. It has continued to work flawlessly and has prevented an accident on more than one occasion. I’m glad I spent the little bit extra considering the ease of installation and continued reliability!
by: Christian03/30/2018
Installed this in my 2018 Tacoma TRD Off Road.
After removing the sill trim and Kick plate to find the Factory Plug.
I took the Bottom left dash down (3 Bolts) and some clips to gain access to the small cubby on the left of the steering wheel. Popped it out, trimmed it to fit with my Dremel and held the Unit in place with 3-M automotive trim tape. I only had to cut the sides of the cubby and a square hole for the plug to the unit. Looks Factory installed.
All in all it took a couple of hours to do. my truck has only 135 miles on it so I was extremely careful.
As you can see by the pics it's not in the way at all.
It could also be put in the center console but it has a wireless charger and I didn't want any Electronic interference or block access to my coffee cup holders.
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- To install the Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller # TK90160 on your 1999 Ford F-150 you will only need a couple parts. First you will need the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter # 3035-P to connect the brake controller to the factory harness under the dash. Then you will need the Ford Replacement OEM Tow Package Wiring Harness # 118242 to install a 7-way in place of the 4-way flat on your truck. This will include the necessary fuses and relays to activate the 7-way.
view full answer... - Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller Showing Loss of Power on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
- I spoke with my contact at Tekonsha and he has seen this issue in the past. More than likely the problem is with corrosion on the ring terminals in the power distribution/fuse box of your 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. You will want to clean the ring terminals as well as the square pad around the threaded stud. Once completed, reconnect the ring terminals and test your Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller, # TK90160, to see if this has corrected the problem.
If this does not correct the issue,
view full answer... - Installing Tekonsha Primus # TK90160 in 2012 Toyota Tacoma
- A brake controller is not a vehicle specific item, so one way or the other, it can be installed in just about any vehicle.
If your new Tacoma has the factory installed 7-way trailer connector at the rear bumper, you can re-use the # 3040-P Brake Control Wiring Adapter from your Tundra (if you used one). If not, you would need to purchase one. One end of the # 3040-P would plug into the rear of your Tekonsha Primus, the other end plugs into the factory connection port located between
view full answer... - Troubleshooting SH Error Code of Tekonsha Primus IQ Brake Controller
- The SH error code of the # TK90160 means it's detecting a short. This is going to be on the power cable of the controller which is the black wire.
view full answer... - Trailer Brake Controller Installation-2008 Nissan Frontier
- If your Frontier has the brake controller connector under the dash, that's exactly what you'd need to do. Look under the dash near the top of the emergency brake pedal. The wiring harness you're looking will usually have a white tag on it that says "Electric Brakes". Once you locate the connector, plug one end of the 3050-P connector into the back of the brake controller, the other end into the connector you've just found.
If you can't find the connector, you'd want to hardwire the brake
view full answer... - Should The Single Red LED Dot Light Be On at all Times On The Trailer Brake Controller?
- On a trailer brake controller like the Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller # TK90160 the single dot is telling you that power is going into the trailer brake controller from the main power wire. If your controller was hard wired to the battery this is normal for operation. Once you connect a trailer the display will change to indicate that a trailer is connected.
If you used a Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter # 3025-P for your 2002 GMC Sierra the light should turn off based on
view full answer... - Troubleshooting Tekonsha Primus IQ Brake Controller Flashing .c. on Display
- According to the instruction manual, the .c. you are seeing on the display of your Tekonsha Primus # TK90160 is a normal reading. This indicates power to brake control with trailer connected and boost feature engaged. If the brake controller is functioning and the display message was your only concern this should not be an issue. If the brake controller is not functioning as intended feel free to reach out and I can help you troubleshoot whatever issue you are experiencing.
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view full answer... - 2017 Nissan Titan Electric Brake Controller Plug Location
- For your 2017 Nissan Titan, the models with the factory 7-way will have the harness under the dash, above the gas pedal. This is a different location from the older models that were found near the emergency brake pedal. If you don't have the harness or controller yet, I recommend the wiring harness # 3050-P and the Prodigy P3 Controller # 90195.
At your 7-way the brake controller output is found at the 5 o'clock pin location.
view full answer... - Location of Brake Controller Connection Port in 2006 Nissan Xterra
- I think you might be looking at the wrong connector.
The connector that the brake controller wiring adapter would plug into is located above the emergency brake pedal. It will be a white rectangular connector with 2 rows of three pins. The connector will be taped to another wiring harness. Sometimes the connector can be behind the harness its taped to, making it difficult to see. The photo shown for the 3050-P is an actual photo, the connector you are looking for will resemble the connector
view full answer... - Mounting the Tekonsha Prodigy Brake Controller on a 2010 Nissan Frontier
- Your P2 brake controller, # 90885, can be mounted a full 360 degrees in the direction of travel. As long as the brake controller is mounted in an easily accessible location and the harness will reach on your 2010 Nissan Frontier, it will work. It does not have to be under the dash on the right of the steering column.
It will not work properly if it is mounted tilted left or right or if it is not parallel to the direction of travel. I have included a link to the installation details
view full answer... - 2017 Nissan Pathfinder Factory Harness for Brake Controller
- Based on the picture you submitted and the info we have on your 2017 Nissan Pathfinder the harness your dealer gave you is correct. It matches the # 3050-P which is the correct harness from Tekonsha. Most likely you have found the wrong harness on your vehicle and you need to check again to find the correct one.
The harness will be located underneath and left of the steering column, taped to another harness near the emergency
brake pedal.
view full answer... - Is a Relay Needed When Installing Tekonsha Prodigy P3 on a 2018 Nissan Titan XD
- If you don't have the factory 7-Way on your 2018 Nissan Titan XD then you will need the kit # N40975 which comes with a 7-Way/4-Way connector and the needed relays to activate the tow package. Aside from this we haven't heard yet about needing to add a relay.
What you might want to do before installing the Prodigy P3 # 90195 and Adapter # 3050-P is check your relays to make sure that they are installed. I tried looking up the locations in the online version of the owner's manual but
view full answer... - Where is Brake Controller Install Port on a 2016 Nissan Titan XD
- I have attached a brake controller installation video on a Nissan Titan for you to check out. It shows exactly where the brake controller harness will be located under the dash. The truck in the video is a 2008 model, but it will be the same for your 2016 model. I have also attached a photo of the under side of the dash that shows where the harness will be located. The harness will be located underneath and left of the steering column, taped to another harness near the emergency brake pedal.
view full answer... - Where to Find Brake Controller Install Connector 2017 Nissan Titan
- The harness is near the emergency brake pedal. I attached a picture that I took from the # 3050-P that shows where you'll find it. It's pointed out as B in the picture. C is the E-brake pedal.
view full answer... - Prodigy Brake Controller Installation in 2015 Infiniti QX60
- Since there can be many connectors under a vehicle dash, I suggest you test the connector you've found to confirm it is indeed for a brake controller. A brake controller port will have four wires/contacts and one of these will carry 12V at all times, and another will carry a signal ONLY when you press the brake pedal. The other two pins should not carry any signal at all. You'll need a tester like # PTW2993 to test the pins. If this is indeed a brake controller connection port then you
view full answer... - Wiring Tekonsha Brake Controller into 2014 Infiniti QX60
- I spoke with my contact at Tekonsha and he confirmed that the wiring harness # 3050-P is the correct harness to install your brake controller in your 2014 Infiniti QX60 with factory Tow Package. Simply plug one end of the adapter into your brake controller and then plug the other end into the junction box beneath your vehicle's dashboard.
For install details and some product demonstration videos, click the provided links.
view full answer... - Tekonsha Plug-In Brake Controller Wiring Adapter for 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
- For your 2013 Nissan Pathfinder, you will need the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers, # 3050-P. One end of this adapter plugs into the connector located near the top of the emergency brake pedal on your Pathfinder and the other end will plug into the back of your Prodigy brake controller.
view full answer... - Why Does 2012 Nissan Pathfinder Have Trailer Brake Controller Port If It Only Has A 4-way Connector?
- The reason your 2012 Nissan Pathfinder has the trailer brake controller port underneath the dash even though it has a 4-way connector installed is because there is a direct replacement 7-way connector.
The Tekonsha T-On Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118266 plugs in directly to the factory connectors on your Pathfinder and will not require you to run any wires.
To make your universal harness that plugs into the 7-way connector work you will need to run the blue wire from the connector
view full answer... - Installation of Primus IQ Brake Controller on 2022 Nissan Pathfinder
- The Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional # TK90160 will need to be hard wired for installation on your 2022 Nissan Pathfinder. The Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Nissan and Infiniti # 3050-P is not confirmed to fit the 2022 at this time.
view full answer... - How Do You Install a Tekonsha Trailer Brake Controller In 2019 Nissan Murano W/ Tow Package?
- I would be happy to help, but there is not a Plug-In wiring adapter compatible with your 2019 Nissan Murano as the factory did not install a factory trailer brake controller port nor wiring to install a trailer brake controller.
Based on all of the information I was able to find on your 2019 Nissan Murano its tow package included a 4-way connector which is actually not compatible with electric trailer brakes. You will need to add a 7-way connector to your vehicle using the # ETBC7. This
view full answer... - Brake Controller Install and Recommendation for a 2007 Nissan Frontier
- We had a customer with a 2007 Nissan Frontier just like yours have trouble finding the port to install the brake controller harness needed to plug in the # 3050-P come back and say he was able to find it above the gas pedal.
I attached the picture he sent us that shows where it was.
For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part # 90885. This is our best selling brake controller because of how well it works and how easy it is to setup.
view full answer... - Recommended Mounting Location for Tekonsha Prodigy P2 in 2022 Nissan Frontier
- Looking at pictures of the 2022 Nissan Frontier interior, the best mounting location for your P2 # 90885 is probably to the right of the steering wheel under the dash. The only other spot I could see it going is to the left instead. As you said, space is limited. If you want to run it to the passenger side you can use the # 20160 but that would require splicing. Also, you would want to make sure it isn't so far that you can't easily adjust or use the manual override.
view full answer... - Brake Controller Install Harness Recommendation for 2016 Nissan NV3500 with 7-Way
- The brake controller install harness part # 3050-P that you referenced is the correct harness for installing a Tekonsha brake controller in your 2016 Nissan NV 3500 that has a factory 7-way.
The harness is located underneath the dash, to the left of the steering column, taped to another harness near the emergency brake pedal.
For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part # 90885. This is our best selling brake controller because of how well it works
view full answer... - 7-Way and Brake Controller Recommendation for a 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
- The Prodigy P3 brake controller part # 90195 would be an excellent choice for your 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. That we are aware of all of the Pathfinders made in 2007 had a factory 7-way and would only require the install harness part # 3050-P.
If somehow you didn't have the 7-way all you would need is the part # 118266 and you would have a fully functioning 7-way at the rear of the vehicle that would work well with the controller and harness I mentioned.
view full answer... - Best Electric Trailer Brake Controller for 2017 Nissan Titan
- Electric Brake Controllers are not vehicle specific so they'll work on your 2017 Nissan Titan. What is vehicle specific is the wiring adapter. The # 3050-P adapter is confirmed to fit the 2016 Titans but not the 2017 as of yet because it hasn't been tested. There wasn't a lot of changes for 2017 so there's a good chance it will work. Check under your dash for a harness that has a connector shown in the picture I attached.
For a brake controller I suggest the Prodigy P3 # 90195.
view full answer... - Options to Install a Brake Controller and Trailer Hitch on a 2013 Infiniti JX35
- We can provide you with all of the parts that you will need to install a trailer hitch, 7-way trailer connector and a brake controller on your 2013 Infiniti JX35, however none of the items will work with pre-wired circuits or plug-in ports on your vehicle. I spoke with my contact at Tekonsha and they have not guarantee that the Plug-In Wiring Adapter, # 3050-P will work on your vehicle. I also spoke with my local Infiniti dealer and they told me that the JX35 does not come with a port under
view full answer... - Brake Controller Wiring Harness for a Tekonsha Prodigy and 2013 Nissan Xterra
- If your 2013 Nissan Xterra came with a factory installed 7-Way trailer connector then yes, connector # 3050-P is the correct one for your vehicle and brake controller.
If the Xterra does not have the factory 7-Way or any trailer connector then you will need to add one. First you will need to install a 4-Way, # C56225. If the vehicle already has a 4-Way you can skip this step. Then you will need to add the 7-Way by using the 4 and 7-Way installation kit # ETBC7. I have included some links
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