Wiring Needed to Tow Travel Trailer With Brakes With 2016 Toyota Highlander
Question:
Hello, I recently purchased a Jayco jay flight 154bh and I’m new to owning a travel trailer. I don’t have a tow package so I know I will need to purchase 4 flat adapter, but my trailer has a 7 way plug. Is there N attachment to purchase to convert a 4 flat to a 7 way? I also just purchased a tekonsha p2. What wiring harness will I need for my vehicle. Thank you!
asked by: William T
Expert Reply:
We can certainly assist you with getting your 2016 Highlander geared up for towing your new travel trailer.
Let's begin with the hitch, if you don't already have one. I'd recommend the Curt # C13200 which is a confirmed fit unless your Highlander has a spare tire that's mounted on an aluminum rim. You'll also need a ball mount like # C93KR a hitch pin like # PC3 and a trailer ball like # 19260 for a 1-7/8 or # 63845 for a 2 inch diameter ball.
For a trailer wiring harness, since you're wanting to install a brake controller use # 22119. This wiring kit provides a 7-way trailer connector and is compatible with the Tekonsha P2 # 90885 you've already purchased.
I've linked to the installation instructions and install videos for the hitches I mentioned.
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1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs
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- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 1-7/8 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1 Inch Diameter Shank
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Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness w Brake Controller Adapter - 7 Way Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 7 Round - Blade
- Tekonsha
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2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1 Inch Diameter Shank
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Tow Ready
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Tekonsha Prodigy P2 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
- LED Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 900 lbs TW
- 6000 lbs GTW
- 8000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 900 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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Curt Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 2" Rise, 4" Drop - 8-1/4" Long - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 1 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Rise - 2 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- CURT
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Pin and Clip for 2" and 2-1/2" Hitches - 5/8" Diameter x 3-1/4" Span
- Hitch Pins and Clips
- Standard Hitch Pin
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- 5/8 Inch Diameter
- 4 Inch Span
- Draw-Tite
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RoadMaster 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Kit
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- Extensions
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- Coiled Cord
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