How to Add 7 Way Connector to 2021 Toyota RAV4 with TRD Off-Road Package

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My vehicle 2021 Toyota RAV4 4 TRD Off-Road has a 4 pin trailer connector, Is it possible to convert this to a 7 pin or can a 7 pin be installed on this vehicle?

asked by: Vaughn

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In order to add a 7 way connector to your 2021 Toyota RAV4 TRD you'll need the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires # ETBC7 (for wired brake controllers) or the # ETBC7L (for a wireless brake controller). This will use your existing 4 way plug and you'll just need to make a connection to the ground, auxiliary wire for 12v power, and the reverse light circuit and the brake control output wire (not required when using the ETBC7L).

If you've got an existing brake controller then you'll want to use the # ETBC7 kit, which will require running wires into the cab of the vehicle through the engine compartment firewall. If you don't already have a brake controller and want to avoid running wires into the cabin of the vehicle, I recommend using the # ETBC7L. Since your RAV4 won't have a plug and play adapter for a brake controller installation this is our recommended solution. This wiring would be perfect when paired with a brake controller like the Curt Echo # C51180, which is a brake controller that is controlled by your smart phone (Android 4.4 or newer/iOS 8.0 or newer are required). The Echo is a plug and play solution, that simply plugs into the 7 way connector you're installing and provides you with reliable, proportional braking for your trailer.

I've linked some installation and review videos of these parts for you to check out.

expert reply by: Erik B

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Answer 1

I recommend the Curt Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector, #C56434. This will easily be the best way to install a 4-way trailer connector to your Toyota RAV4 as the T-One connector plugs directly into existing wiring without need to…

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Yes, the adapters we have do work well and I have a couple options for you based on the type of brake controller you will want on your 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime. First is the easiest to install. The 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit #ETBC7L will accept the 4-way…

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For your 2021 Toyota Rav4 the best way to install a 4-way/7-way and a brake controller will be to first start with a 4-way like the part #C56434 which is very easy to install and very reliable and then to convert to the 7-way you'd just want…

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Yes it will. According to Redarc, Ranger models equipped with the adaptive cruise control can be difficult to obtain a stop lamp signal from. The stop lamp switch will only get input from the driver, not the adaptive cruise. I'm told that…

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I can confirm that a hitch like the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #C13416 will fit both the Hybrid and non-Hybrid versions of the 2021 Toyota RAV4 since the frames of the vehicles are the same. If you check out the…

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Answer 6

We can absolutely get your 2021 Toyota RAV4 set up with the correct wiring and wireless brake controller to go along with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13416. In regards to the bluetooth, wireless brake controller, the technology is great, and…

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If you are referring to the Class III etrailer Hitch Receiver part #e23ZR and the Curt Class III hitch part #C13416 they are both a fit for the 2019 and 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. The 2019 and 2020 RAV4 Hybrid are both a part of the same generation so…

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To upgrade the 4-way of your 2020 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid to a 7-way would require the 7-way upgrade kit part #ETBC7L which your 4-way would plug into and then the 12 volt wire would run up to the vehicle battery and it would be ready to be used with a…

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Answer 9

While you could put a wheel on an electric jack such as #UF38-944017 the problem is that the wheels are rated much lower than the jacks so the jack would be limited to the capacity of the wheel. What I recommend is to use a trailer dolly such as…

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Answer 10

You would not be able to charge your battery through the wiring on your 4-way trailer connector. Since your truck has a 7-way connector, you could maintain the power to the battery but not charge it. To begin, you would need to cut off your 4-way…

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Answer 11

The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver item #EH97FR will sit 14" off of the ground when installed on your 2022 Toyota RAV-4. I have attached an installation video.

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Answer 12

You can definitely add a 7-way to your 2020 Toyota RAV4, but there isn't a plug-in style, as the part number you mentioned is for a Toyota Highlander. Though the vehicles are from the same manufacturer, parts are different for them. So to add a…

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