Parts Needed to Equip 2011 Kia Sorento to Tow Trailer with Electric Brakes
Question:
I have a 2011 Kia Sorento without Tow Package. I need to wire for a camper that had a 7 pole plug. I am looking at product code 118506, but notice that there is a 4 pole flat plug. I will probably also need a brake controller. What is the best way to meet my needs? Do you have a wiring harness or brake controller that has a 7 way plug?
asked by: Hank
Expert Reply:
To install a trailer brake controller like the excellent Prodigy P2 # 90885 in your 2011 Kia Sorento you will first need a 4-pole harness. Use the linked page's drop-down menu tool to select your version, for example the Base I4 without factory tow package.
For this version you would use 4-pole # 118506 along with our brake controller install kit # ETBC7. The kit includes a 7-way socket for the car and all the components required to install it and the Prodigy controller.
I have linked a video and help articles that will guide you through the installation process.
Products Referenced in This Question
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
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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Installation Kits
- etrailer
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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
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