Tekonsha Wiring Harness 118253 Installation

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Im guessing I worded my original question incorrectly. My 2010 Ridgeline has the 7 wire connector at the drivers side rear on the factory harness, it has the plug under the dash attached to the factory wiring harness for the electric brake controller. I cannot locate the plug where part # 16506218 D is supposed to go. Ive attached a image of the part which was in kit 118253. Is there a plug that I have to disconnect from a factory device found above the steering column? I dont know if the next information is helpful but the Ridgeline which I purchased from the dealer used already had the two inch receiver present. I hope those two attached images are helpful

asked by: Thomas M

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The small black box labeled 16506218 D that was included in your wiring kit # 118253 will be installed behind the driver-side dashboard cover. It will connect to a rectangular grey plug like the one shown in the photo provided. This plug and wiring may be tucked up out of the way and could be taped to other components. It should be to the right side of the steering shaft. These are often well-hidden.

The relay block should be located to the left of the steering column. You will need to pry off the relay block from its mount in order to gain access for installed the two included relays.

The five fuses will install under the hood in the fuse box on the driver's side near the firewall.

Finally, locate the grey housing under the rear bumper on the driver's side. Remove the cap that protects the connector contacts and install the 7-way harness' grey plug.

expert reply by: Adam R

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Thomas

10/25/2017

Im guessing I worded my original question incorrectly. My 2010 Ridgeline has the 7 wire connector at the drivers side rear on the factory harness, it has the plug under the dash attached to the factory wiring harness for the electric brake controller. I cannot locate the plug where part # 16506218 D is supposed to go. Ive attached a image of the part which was in kit 118253. Is there a plug that I have to disconnect from a factory device found above the steering column? I dont know if the next information is helpful but the Ridgeline which I purchased from the dealer used already had the two inch receiver present. I hope those two attached images are helpful

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

The black wire of the Hopkins 7-Way Molded Trailer Wire Connector #HM20048 carries the 12 volt accessory circuit. This is the circuit that will typically power interior lights or charge a trailer's battery. I attached a help article that covers…

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

I would be happy to help you. We do have a custom fit option that will not require you to mess with finding the correct color or wiring configurations on your 2013 Honda Ridgeline. It is the Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness with 7-Way…

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Answer 7

Unless the vehicle is equipped with the OEM 7-way (apparently it's not), the 12-volt circuit wouldn't be ran from the front of the vehicle. You can run the circuit yourself using a length of 10 gauge wire like part #10-1-1. You'll need to…

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Answer 8

Sounds like your 2007 Honda Ridgeline has a factory 7-way installed in it. To install a brake controller in your vehicle all you will need is the correct install harness. If you went with a Tekonsha brake controller like the P2 part #90885 all you…

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

You are correct there are dramatic differences in the trailer wiring for your 2011 Pilot. I called my contact at Tekonsha and asked about your vehicle. If you are wanting a 4-way trailer connector on your Pilot you can use part #118491. There is no…

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Answer 12

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