Does Stealth Hitch with Wiring for 2018 Volvo V90 Require Trip to Dealer for Wiring

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I still have a Tekonsha Prodigy P2 brake controller from an earlier purchase for a different vehicle. I wonder if I can use it for the Volvo V90 in a convenient way, i.e. is the vehicle pre-wired, would you have a suitable adapter harness, or is it not necessary at all when I visit the dealer for the software update - or do you have any other suggestion? Thanks in advance and best regards

asked by: Thomas B

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In order for the trailer wiring of the Stealth Hitches hitch and wiring tow kit part # SH67FRT to be active on your 2018 Volvo V90 you would need to make a quick trip to a dealer to have them activate the wiring on your vehicle.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Thomas B.

8/16/2021

I still have a Tekonsha Prodigy P2 brake controller from an earlier purchase for a different vehicle. I wonder if I can use it for the Volvo V90 in a convenient way, i.e. is the vehicle pre-wired, would you have a suitable adapter harness, or is it not necessary at all when I visit the dealer for the software update - or do you have any other suggestion? Thanks in advance and best regards

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Jameson C.

8/16/2021

Your vehicle does not have factory wiring for a brake controller like the P3 part # 90195 so you'd have to do some hardwiring to make this work. For a wiring kit to install the brake controller to the 7-way you would want the Wiring Kit for 2 and 4 Brake Electric Brake Controllers # 5506. This will provide the power source and ground for the wiring for the brake controller. You will need to test the wires from the brake pedal switch of your vehicle to find a circuit that has voltage when the brakes are applied and none when not applied. This will be the circuit you will run the red wire to. Finally you will need to run a length of 10 gauge wire (part # 10-1-1) from the brake output circuit of the controller to the brake output circuit of the 7-way (blue wire). The # 10-1-1 is sold by the foot so you will need to order a quantity of the amount of feet you will need. I attached an FAQ on installing brake controllers for you to check out.

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Answer 1

The Stealth Hitches #SH67FR will actually fit both the Cross Country and standard models. This is just the bike rack or accessory package hitch so you will need to get the #SH36FR as well if you plan on towing. This also includes the wiring so you…

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Answer 2

You are correct there is only one hitch available with towing capability for your 2018 Volvo V90 and it is the Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver w/ Towing Kit item #SH67FRT. This hitch does not work with weight distribution systems. It…

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Answer 3

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 4

I agree it is the right time to upgrade to a Lithium charger/converter as not all are Lithium compatible. I recommend using the Progressive Dynamics Mighty Mini AC/DC Panel and Converter/Smart Charger - 60 Amp #PD4060K which is a replacement for your…

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Answer 5

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 6

If your old axles have a 5 bolt brake flange the assemblies like Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Left Hand - 6,000 lbs part #23-105 or Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Right Hand - 6,000 lbs part #23-106 will…

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Answer 7

Seal 171255UC has an inner diameter of 1.719 inches and outer diameter of 2.565 inches. A seal that has those dimensions would actually be #58846. I've added a link to a video review of this seal for you to take a look at.

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Answer 8

If you are needing the hub and drum assembly then you will want to go with the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly #8-201-5UC3-EZ but if you are just looking for an idler hub then you will want part #8-213-5UC1 instead. These come with the correct…

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Answer 9

I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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Answer 10

The part you referenced 127194TB is a double-lip seal with an inner diameter of 1.274-inches and an outer diameter of 1.983-inches. The available seal nearest to those dimensions that we offer is part #RG06-010, which is a double-lip seal sold as a…

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Answer 11

Brake systems are not dependent on the hub bolt pattern. So you can use the Electric Trailer Brake Kit #AKEBRK-7-SA for 12 inch hub/drums or #AKEBRK-35-SA for 10 inch hub/drums. Then use #10-1-1 wire sold by the foot for your brake magnet wiring.…

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Answer 12

Normal operating temperatures for drum brakes range from 150-400 degrees F. During certain stopping conditions the brake heat can exceed 600 degrees. The effectiveness and stopping power of the brakes is significantly reduced at these higher…

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