Tekonsha Prodigy RF Wireless Brake Controller Pairing With 2008 VW Touareg

Question:

I am going to be picking up a new Airstream trailer and having a RF Prodigy Brake Controller installed at the dealer in a few weeks. In doing a search on this website, and others, I have read many users comments about difficulties pairing the RF Prodigy with the electronics of the VW/Audi/Porsche vehicles. I have a 2008 VW Touareg. Can you please provide a technical bulletin type procedure for insuring that the Touareg will pair with the RF brake controller? Thanks so much for your response.

asked by: Linda S

Helpful Expert Reply:

The Tekonsha Prodigy RF Wireless Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional # TK94FR shouldn't need a relay like some of the other models you mentioned because it is a wireless unit. I have attached the FAQ article about those vehicles to assist. The only other issue I've heard is that sometimes there isn't enough draw on the system, so a work around is to use the Trailer Connector Adapter w/ Lamp-Out Sensor Bypass - 7-Way RV to 7-Way RV - Vehicle End # 20142 to increase the load on the system. This is an easy solution that will allow your RF Prodigy receiver to pair with the controller in your 2008 Volkswagen Touareg.

expert reply by: Jason S