Parts Needed to Add Brake Controller to 2024 Volkswagen Atlas
Question:
What all do I need to add a brake controller to my 2024 Atlas? I don't have a hitch or anything on it right now. Thanks.
asked by: Danny
Expert Reply:
For a complete towing setup you will need a hitch, 7-way wiring, and a brake controller. I recommend the following:
-Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 76176
-T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # TK89FR
-Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7
-Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller # RED24FR
The Draw-Tite hitch is a Class IV with a 2" receiver. This has a bolt-on installation and comes with a lifetime warranty. The Tekonsha T-One is a 4-way which must be installed before upgrading to a 7-way. The # ETBC7 comes with the adapter, wiring, and everything else needed to add a 7-way once you get your 4-way installed.
The main unit of the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty installs behind the dash so only the control knob is visible. This gives it an OEM look that won't take up space in your vehicle. The knob controls the braking power and also acts as the manual override. The # RED69FR wiring harness will also be required for installation.
If you don't already have a ball mount, check out the etrailer Ball Mount Kit # 989900. This kit has two ball mounts, one with a 3/4" rise or 2" drop and the other with a 2-3/4" rise or 4" drop. It also comes with a 1-7/8" and 2" ball, and a ball mount bag for storage.
I have attached some review and installation videos below for your reference.
Products Referenced in This Question
etrailer Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- Two Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Rise - 1 Inch
- Rise - 3 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Ball Mount Kit
- etrailer
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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Installation Kits
- etrailer
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Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller - Dash Knob - 1 to 2 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Dash-Mounted Knob
- Hidden
- Up to 2 Axles
- Indicator Lights
- Redarc
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Universal Wiring Harness for Redarc Tow-Pro Trailer Brake Controllers
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Wiring Adapter
- Redarc
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T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class IV
- 900 lbs TW
- 6000 lbs GTW
- 6000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 900 lbs WD TW
- Completely Hidden
- Draw-Tite
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