Recommended Brake Controller and Adapter for a 2009 Toyota Tundra w/ the Factory Tow Package
Question:
I have a 2009 Tundra that has a factory tow package. With that package includes both a 7 pin round and 4 flat connector. I mostly use the 7 pin. I am not seeing where this controller will work on the 7 pin. Will it work? C51170,C51515
asked by: Aubrey M
Expert Reply:
Since your 2009 Toyota Tundra has the factory tow package, you will want the Curt Custom Wiring Adapter item # C51362. This adapter will plug into a port which is under the dash to the left of the steering column.
You will be able to use this adapter to install the Curt Spectrum Trailer Brake Controller item # C51170 without having to cut or splice wires.
The Universal Wiring Adapter for Curt Trailer Brake Controllers item # C51515 you referenced, is for vehicles without the tow package. It has to be hardwired in.
I have linked an installation video below along with a picture to help you find the port in your Tundra.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Wiring Adapter
- Plugs into Brake Controller
- Vehicle Specific
- CURT
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Universal Wiring Adapter for Curt Trailer Brake Controllers
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Wiring Adapter
- Plugs into Brake Controller
- Universal
- CURT
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Curt Spectrum Trailer Brake Controller - Dash Mounted Knob - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Dash-Mounted Knob
- Hidden
- Up to 4 Axles
- Indicator Lights
- Up to 360 Degrees
- CURT
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