I Need A Brake Controller for my 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser, What Else Do I Need?
Question:
I am looking to get a brake controller for my 2012 FJ cruiser trail teams. Lookiing for suggested list of parts I will need.
asked by: Tim
Expert Reply:
I recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller # 90195. This brake controller activates trailer brakes in proportion to your Toyota FJ Cruiser's braking action. It automatically adjusts trailer's braking based on deceleration of your tow vehicle. It activates immediately with no pausing like with time-delayed brake controllers.
If your 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser does not have a 7-way, you will need the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7. This kit includes everything you need to install an electric trailer brake controller and 7-way connector.
If there's not an existing 4-way flat on your vehicle, you will need the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118405. This kit will quickly allow you to easily install a 4-way trailer connector on your Toyota FJ Cruiser with this custom wiring harness.
A 4-way connection operates the basic features of the vehicle's left and right turn signal, the power source and the vehicle's tail light circuit. This 4-way connection is sometimes attached to the vehicle, and sometimes it needs to be added. Then the 4-way plugs into the # ETBC7 and it will give you power for the brake controller after it's installed. T-One connector plugs directly into existing wiring. The powered ModuLite reduces strain on wiring system.
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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 P3 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
- LCD Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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