Parts Needed to Install 6-Way on 1996 Jeep Cherokee
Question:
Good morning, Im aware that theres plug-and-play kits for four-pin trail connectors for my vehicle a 1996 Jeep Cherokee XJ. However, Im trying to hook up to a trailer with electric brakes and a six-pin round connector. I read on your web site that four-pin connectors dont have enough circuits to control electric brakes, so Im thinking that installing a plug-and-play four-pin connector and then simply using a four to six-pin adapter for this particular trailer still wont be enough to use its brakes. I know how to solder, but itd be awesome if I didnt have to. Do you have a kit with fitting connectors for my Jeep that simply plugs in a six-pin connector? Thanks for your help!
asked by: Steven
Expert Reply:
You can add a 6-way to your 1996 Jeep Cherokee, though there isn't a plug-in 6-way, you would need to wire it in. First you would need to add a 4-way (which also has to be hardwired in as there isn't a plug-in option for a 4-way on a '96 Cherokee), and then a 6-way adapter. The 4-way will plug into the adapter and the 6-way will be wired to your battery and the brake controller wire.
So, exactly what you need will be the following:
- Tail Light Converter Hardwire Kit w/ 4-Pole Connector # 119178KIT
- Mighty Cord Trailer Connector Adapter - 4-Way Flat to 6-Way Round # A10-6034VP
I have added a link below to a help article on wiring as well which I recommend taking a look at.
Products Referenced in This Question
Mighty Cord Trailer Connector Adapter - 4-Way Flat to 6-Way Round - 12" Long
- Trailer Wiring
- Wiring Adapters
- Single-Function Adapter
- 0 - 5 Feet Long
- 4 Flat
- Plug and Lead
- 6 Round
- Mighty Cord
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Tekonsha Tail Light Converter with 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector and Install Kit
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
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- Converter
- 1-1/2 Feet Long
- Universal Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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