Installing Brake Controller And 7-Way Connector On 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser
Question:
hi i saw a posting regarding this but wanted to confirm before i order. my 2007 fj has the 4pin already installed, so with the prodigy p3 and ETBC7 be all i need to integrate it? i saw there might be some kind of adapter for the controller. thanks!
asked by: Dave B
Helpful Expert Reply:
The Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Brake Controller, part # 90195 will work well with your 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Since there is no plug-in for the brake controller under the dash on your vehicle you will need to hardwire the brake controller. I have attached an installation video that shows how the wiring is done you can take a look at.
You will need a 7-way connector at the back. for this I recommend part # ETBC7. The 4 pole connector on this kit will connect to the 4 pole on your FJ cruiser, then you will have to connect the four loose wires. The white wire is a ground and needs to be connected to a clean bare metal surface on the vehicle frame. The black wire is a 12 V power source and you will need to connect it to your car battery with the 40 amp circuit breaker in-line. The purple wire is optional and can be capped if not used. It can be used for 1 of 3 different purposes. One is to be used as an additional 12V power source. The second is as a reverse light wire if the trailer is equipped with reverse lights, and the third is as a reverse lockout to keep trailer brakes from engaging while in reverse.
I have attached a link to an installation video you can check out.
I have also included links to some helpful articles you can take a look at to complete the installation.
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Deka Jacketed 2 Wire, 10 Gauge, Brake Wire - per Foot
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Dielectric Grease for Electrical Connectors, 2 oz.
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Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
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- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
- Dash Mount
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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
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Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
- Dash Mount
- Up to 4 Axles
- LED Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
- Tekonsha
more information >
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