Brake Controller and Install Recommendation for 2012 Toyota Highlander with 7-Way

Question:

I have a 2012 Toyota Highlander and I have a pop up camper that has electric brakes. What do I need to make the brakes work? I know I need the brake controller and a 7 pin conn. Im having trouble finding a harness that will conn. the controller to the 7 pin conn. at the rear of the vehicle.

asked by: Dean C

Helpful Expert Reply:

We can help you install a brake controller in your 2012 Toyota Highlander and provide you a way to attach it to the 7-way you have at the rear of the vehicle too.

First let's start with a brake controller. I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part # 90885. This is our best selling brake controller because of how well it works and how easy it is to set up.

Next, for a wiring kit to install the brake controller to the 7-way you would want the Wiring Kit for 2 and 4 Brake Electric Brake Controllers # 5506. This will provide the power source and ground for the wiring for the brake controller. You will need to test the wires from the brake pedal switch of your vehicle to find a circuit that has voltage when the brakes are applied and none when not applied. This will be the circuit you will run the red wire to.

Finally you will need to run a length of 10 gauge wire (part # 10-1-1) from the brake output circuit of the controller to the brake output circuit of the 7-way (blue wire). The # 10-1-1 is sold by the foot so you will need to order a quantity of the amount of feet you will need.