Parts Needed to Wire a 2012 Volkswagen Routan with a 7-way Socket for Trailer Brake Operation
Question:
I need a 7 pin wiring harness kit for a 2012 Volkswagen Routan. I found the 4 pin, but I need the 7 pin so I can use the popups trailer brakes and charge the battery. Do you have a solution?
asked by: Michael V
Expert Reply:
If you already have a 4-pole flat trailer connector on your 2012 Volkswagen Routan, such as the plug-and-play Tow Ready # 118490, then to install a trailer brake controller you'll just need to add
our trailer brake controller installation kit # ETBC7.
The ETBC7 includes all the related parts you'll need to install a trailer brake controller such as the reliable and popular Tekonsha Prodigy P2 # 90885. I have linked both a video and article that cover the process of installing the ETBC7.
Do note that a 12V feed in a 7-way carries enough current to maintain a trailer battery, but not enough to charge a depleted one. Depleted batteries will require shore power and a charger like the CTEK # CTEK56353.
I included an article on brake controllers that explains the types available and their advantages.
Before towing with your Routan I suggest a check of your owner's manual to verify it has the required capacity to tow your pop-up.
Products Referenced in This Question
Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
- Dash Mount
- Up to 4 Axles
- LED Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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CTEK MULTI US 7002 12-Volt Universal Battery Charger w/ Pulse Maintenance and Backup Power
- Battery Charger
- Battery Charger
- Car/Truck/SUV
- Motorcycle
- Trailer
- Lawn Mower
- Jet Ski
- 150 Ah
- Charges/Maintains
- 12V
- Wall Outlet to Vehicle Battery
- CTEK Power Inc
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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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T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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