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7-Way Trailer Connector Recommended for 2016 Chevy Traverse  

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Good afternoon, I have a 2016 Chevy traverse without the factory tow package. I am looking for the correct wiring to be able to tow my camper. I ideally would like the 7 and 4 pins available. I look up inside the rear vendor and there is a plug there. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you

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I'd be happy to help you with that. Even though you don't have the 'factory tow package', your vehicle is already prewired for a 7-way and a brake controller, if you need one. For the 7-way, you can use part # 118271 that will plug into the connector under the bumper. The kit includes the fuses and relays needed to activate the tow package.

For a 4 pin connector, you can either use an adapter like # PK12716, or you can use a t-connector like # 118384 that would plug into the connection between the harness and the 7-way socket provided by the # 118271. To attach the 7-way to the hitch crossbar, you'll need a # A10-9394VP bracket and a # 18140 standoff bracket. To mount the 4 pin collector, you can use the # 18144 bracket and another # 18140 standoff bracket.

If the camper has brakes, you'll need a brake controller to actuate them. The Tekonsha Primus, part # TK90160 is an inexpensive brake controller that would work well for you. You'd also need the # 3026-P brake controller wring harness which would install as shown in the linked video.

Finally, if you don't already have a trailer hitch, I'd recommend the Curt Class III hitch, part # 13424. I'll link to an install video for you.

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