Trailer Brake Controller Connector Location for 2018 Toyota Tundra

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Do you have installation instructions for a 2018 Toyota Tundra SR5 install. I cannot find the adapter for the plug in method for the part I purchased.

asked by: Russell H

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Expert Reply:

The connector for the # 3031-P Brake Controller wiring harness is located behind a panel just to the right of the steering column as shown in the linked install instructions, the video and the provided photo.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Brake Controller Connector Location-2018 Toyota Tundra
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Answer 1

The problems you are having with the factory brake controller on your 2018 Toyota Tundra, as you mentioned, are not too uncommon. This is really the case with most factory brake controllers regardless of the truck make or model, as many customers…

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Answer 2

If you wanted a to put a second mounting bar of a Thule Hullavator part #TH898 you'd need the bar part #7521741001 that you referenced as well as the hardware bag part #TH88JV as well.

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Answer 3

The Replacement Square Nut #853-7557 is sold individually.

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Answer 4

The Thule WingBar Evo crossbars do not require you to cut the rubber inside the channel at all; the rubber simply separates when you push into the channel so you don't have to worry about that. You can install the Thule Hullavator #TH898 by using…

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Answer 5

Yes, the Thule Hullavator Pro #TH898 is compatible with the Wingbar Evo Bars #TH711400 that you referenced. You will not need any adapters for this. I have attached our review video where the Hullavator has actually been installed on Thule Aero…

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Answer 6

Yes, the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier part #TH898 will work with the Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars. These are just an updated version of the Thule AeroBlade Crossbars. The Hullavator can be attached to the WingBar in one of two ways, with…

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Answer 7

They are still working on it (as of 8/7/2018). This question comes up a lot actually so as soon as there is a brake controller harness for the 2018 Toyota Tundra it will be added to our site. In the meantime the only way to install an aftermarket…

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Answer 8

Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars do not come in lengths beyond 60 inches. To get longer bars that are compatible with your Thule feet you will need to use their ProBar. The Thule ProBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - 69" Long - Qty 2 #TH713600 can be cut…

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Answer 9

The width of the 2020 Toyota Tundra is 79.9" so you would need a larger crossbar to meet the 4" clearance minimum. The Thule Hullavator #TH898 is more so designed for smaller vehicles with factory roof rails and then crossbars added on to…

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Answer 10

So what your 2018 Tacoma seems to have is the factory tow package (assuming you did not add the parts aftermarket), and while a transmission cooler is not needed, a trailer brake controller is required if your travel trailer has electric brakes. If…

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Answer 11

Maximum amperage draw for 4 Brakes that are 10 or 12 inch diameter is 15.0 to 16.3 amps at 12 to 13 volts. The 14 gauge wire may be sufficient but for maximum braking effectiveness at full load capacity. I would opt to run 10 gauge wire. Larger wire…

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Answer 12

The brake controller connector is clipped to the back side of a panel located just to the right of the ignition key. You'll need to lower the panel and unclip the connector from the rear of the panel, then feed it down behind the panel so it…

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