Installation of 4-Way to 5-Way Adapter on 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe
Question:
Unfortunately my Hyundai has the reverse lights in the rear hatch. I understand that may require tapping into the circuit under the headliner. However, I also have the factory installed towing package plugs (which is what the existing 4-pole kit is plugged into under the left rear of the vehicle). What I am wondering, prior opening up that area and testing the wires to the factory plugs, is whether the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe factory towing plugs are wired for 5-pole or 7-pole, or if they are just 4-pole - if you know or have access to the wiring diagram. Thanks
asked by: Pat B
Helpful Expert Reply:
The Adapter 4-Pole to 5-Pole Trailer Wiring Adapter - Shorter # 47515 will connect to your current 4-way wiring harness and you will run the blue wire behind your tail light to connect to the reverse light power wire. The reverse light bulb socket will be fairly obvious as it leads to the clear lens. The Quick-Splice connector makes this easy. I've attached a video to assist.
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Adapter 4-Pole to 5-Pole Trailer Wiring Adapter - Shorter
- Trailer Wiring
- Wiring Adapters
- Single-Function Adapter
- 4 Flat
- Plug and Lead
- 5 Flat
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Patrick
5/7/2020
Unfortunately my Hyundai has the reverse lights in the rear hatch. I understand that may require tapping into the circuit under the headliner. However, I also have the factory installed towing package plugs (which is what the existing 4-pole kit is plugged into under the left rear of the vehicle). What I am wondering, prior opening up that area and testing the wires to the factory plugs, is whether the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe factory towing plugs are wired for 5-pole or 7-pole, or if they are just 4-pole - if you know or have access to the wiring diagram. Thanks