Is a Brake Light Relay Required for Installation of Flat Towing Lighting on a 2013 Lincoln MKX
Question:
I plan to install a Hopkins Custom Tail light wiring kitHM56002 on my 2013 Lincoln MKX. I also use a Brake Buddy Vantage Select braking system in my Lincoln when I tow it, Do I need to also install Road Master Brake-lite Relay kit on my 2013 Lincoln? Thanks
asked by: Greg H
Expert Reply:
The Hopkins Tow Bar lighting kit part # HM56002 has been confirmed as a fit for your 2013 Lincoln MKX so it would work well for you.
To determine if a brake light relay # RM-88400 is needed to properly wire your vehicle to be towed, answer the following questions.
Are you using a supplemental braking system that depresses the brake pedal in your towed car?
No - You do not need a brake light relay.
Yes - You may need a brake light relay. Continue on to the next question.
Do the brake lights on your towed car illuminate while the engine is off?
No - You do not need a brake light relay.
Yes - You may need a brake light relay. Continue on to the next question.
Do your towed car's brake lights act as both the brake signals and the turn signals?
No - You may need a brake light relay. Continue on to the next question.
Yes - Your towed car has a combined lighting system. You will need a brake light relay to ensure proper activation of its signal lights.
Does your towed car have separate brake lights and turn signals?
No - Your towed car has a combined lighting system. You will need a brake light relay.
Yes - Your towed car has a separate lighting system. You may need a brake light relay. Continue on to the next question.
Products Referenced in This Question
Hopkins Custom Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Plugs into Vehicle Wiring
- Wiring Harness
- Custom
- Tail Light Mount
- Hopkins
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Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Light Relay
- Roadmaster
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