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Tekonsha is a leading manufacturer of electronic trailer brake controllers, pioneering the category in the 1970s. The lineup spans proportional units such as the Prodigy P3 and Prodigy iD, time-delayed controllers, the wireless Prodigy RF, plus vehicle-specific wiring harnesses, adapters and trailer brake components engineered for smooth, predictable stopping at any speed.
Tekonsha Engineering Company began in 1964 building RV steps and mirrors. Within a few years it had found its real calling, and by the 1970s Tekonsha was pioneering the manufacture of electronic trailer brake controllers, the product category that still defines the brand. More than half a century later it remains the reference name in trailer braking and is part of the Horizon Global group alongside Reese, Draw-Tite, Fulton, Bulldog and Wesbar.
A brake controller is the component that tells a trailer's electric brakes how hard to work and when, and getting that right is the difference between a controlled stop and a shove from behind. Tekonsha builds both major types. Proportional controllers use an internal accelerometer to sense how quickly the tow vehicle is slowing and apply trailer braking to match, so light braking stays light and hard braking is immediate. Time-delayed controllers ramp to a preset output over a fixed interval, a simpler and more economical approach that suits occasional towing.
The current brake controller range covers most of that ground. The Prodigy iD pairs with a phone through Tekonsha's EDGE technology for setup and monitoring, the P3 offers storable settings for multiple trailers and a trilingual colour LED display, the Prodigy P2 adds a dimmable display and boost mode for heavier loads, and the Voyager keeps operation simple and dependable. The Prodigy RF mounts to the trailer itself and controls wirelessly, which suits rental fleets and drivers who swap tow vehicles.
Installation is supported by vehicle-specific brake control harnesses that plug into a factory connector rather than requiring cut-and-splice wiring, along with mounting brackets and adapters. Matched controller bundles pair a unit with the correct harness. Products are tested to meet and often exceed published industry standards.
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| Year | Make & Model | Notes |
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| 2011 - 2013 | Kia Sorento | — |
The 2011-2013 KIA Sorento LX, w/V6 Engine Tekonsha Custom 7-Way + Brake Controller Install Kit (Part #TBCW23547) fits the following vehicles: 2011-2013 Kia Sorento. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
The 2011-2013 KIA Sorento LX, w/V6 Engine Tekonsha Custom 7-Way + Brake Controller Install Kit (Part #TBCW23547) fits 2011-2013 Kia Sorento models. The 2013 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
Yes, the 2011-2013 KIA Sorento LX, w/V6 Engine Tekonsha Custom 7-Way + Brake Controller Install Kit (Part #TBCW23547) is designed to fit the 2011-2013 Kia Sorento.
The 2011-2013 KIA Sorento LX, w/V6 Engine Tekonsha Custom 7-Way + Brake Controller Install Kit (Part #TBCW23547) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
The BRAKE mate is a trailer brake control system that allows you to control trailer brakes from your vehicle. It connects to your vehicle's electrical system and includes a brake control unit that mounts under the dash, circuit breakers for power management, and a prewired connector that attaches to your trailer.
The manual does not specify which vehicle makes, models, or years are compatible with the BRAKE mate. Contact Cequent Towing Products technical service at (888) 521-0510 or consult a fitment database to confirm compatibility with your specific vehicle.
Yes. Step 4 of the installation instructions requires connecting the 4-pole flat connector to the vehicle's connector, which means your vehicle must already have a 4-pole flat connector. If your vehicle does not have one, the BRAKE mate cannot be installed using these instructions.
The kit includes: 1 prewired connector, 1 heavy duty flasher, 1 20 amp circuit breaker, 1 40 amp circuit breaker, 5 #10 G-ring connectors, 2 3/8" G-ring connectors, 5 Scotch locks, 8 self-tapping screws, and 6 wire tie straps.
The manual does not specify required tools. However, based on the installation steps, you will likely need a drill (to create a firewall hole if one does not exist), wire strippers, a screwdriver (for self-tapping screws), and possibly a crimper or pliers for ring connectors. Contact technical service at (888) 521-0510 for a complete tool list.
The manual does not specify whether the battery must be disconnected before installation. Contact Cequent Towing Products technical service at (888) 521-0510 for safety guidance before beginning work.
Mount the bracket for the round connector on the bumper if that is where you intend to install it. Some hitches have built-in brackets, so check your hitch first before mounting a separate bracket.
Mount the brake control unit under the dash onto something firm. The unit must be securely fastened to a solid surface.
Mount the 2 circuit breakers (20 amp and 40 amp) end to end on the firewall within reach of the BLUE/BLACK cable. Secure them with the self-tapping screws supplied in the kit.
You may need to drill a hole through the firewall to run the BLUE/BLACK 2-strand wire from the engine bay into the cab. Look for an existing spot first; if none is available, drill a hole and seal it with a rubber grommet or silicone to prevent water and debris from entering the cab.
Some hitch brackets may need to be cut to allow the various connectors to pass through. Check your specific hitch bracket during installation; if it blocks connector passage, you will need to cut it.
Yes. In step 9, you must cut the black wire to create two open ends. These ends are then fitted with ring connectors and attached to the 40 amp and 20 amp circuit breakers respectively.
WHITE = ground wire; BLUE/BLACK = 2-strand power and trailer brake wire (runs from rear connector to front of vehicle and through firewall); RED = power wire from brake control unit; BLUE = trailer brake wire from brake control unit; GREEN = wire from brake control unit to brake switch.
Connect the WHITE ground wire to the frame of the vehicle. This provides the ground connection for the system.
Run the BLUE/BLACK 2-strand wire along the frame rail to the front of the vehicle, avoiding the exhaust, axles, and brake cables. Secure it with the plastic tie straps supplied. Then run it up the firewall, avoiding the steering mechanism, and secure it with ties.
Split the BLUE/BLACK 2-strand wire down the middle. Connect the RED (power) wire of the brake control unit to the BLACK wire using a Scotch lock. Connect the BLUE (trailer brake) wire of the brake control unit to the BLUE wire using a Scotch lock. Connect the WHITE wire of the brake control unit to the ground on the vehicle body. Connect the GREEN wire of the brake control unit to the inactive side of the brake switch.
Run a heavy gauge wire from the battery or equivalent power source to the battery side of either circuit breaker. Attach a #10 G-ring connector to one end of the wire. Then split a wire off this main wire to the 20 amp breaker using a Scotch lock and attach a #10 G-ring connector to the end of this wire. Alternatively, you can run a jumper between the two breakers.
The circuit breakers protect the electrical system. The 40 amp breaker is connected to the auxiliary side of the wire going to the rear connector. The 20 amp breaker is connected to the auxiliary side of the wire going through the firewall to the brake control unit.
The heavy duty flasher is a replacement turn signal flasher. If your turn signals blink too fast after installation, replace your vehicle's original turn signal flasher with the one supplied in the kit.
After attaching the round connector with self-tapping screws, test the connector for: running lights, brake lights, turn signals, and hot wire (power). Note that the brake control output cannot be tested unless a trailer is connected to the connector.
If the turn signals are blinking too fast after installation, replace the turn signal flasher with the heavy duty flasher supplied in the BRAKE mate kit.
After drilling a hole through the firewall to run the BLUE/BLACK wire into the cab, seal the hole with a rubber grommet or silicone to prevent water and debris from entering the vehicle.
When running the BLUE/BLACK 2-strand wire along the frame rail and up the firewall, avoid the exhaust, axles, brake cables, and steering mechanism. These components can damage the wire or be damaged by it. Secure the wire with the supplied plastic tie straps.
Your vehicle must have a 4-pole flat connector. Contact Cequent Towing Products at (888) 521-0510 or check a fitment database to confirm compatibility with your specific make, model, and year.
The kit includes a prewired connector, brake control unit, 20 amp and 40 amp circuit breakers, 5 #10 G-ring connectors, 2 3/8" G-ring connectors, 5 Scotch locks, 8 self-tapping screws, 6 wire tie straps, and a heavy duty flasher.
You may need to drill a hole through the firewall to run the brake wire into the cab if an existing hole is not available. The hole must be sealed with a rubber grommet or silicone.
Connect WHITE (ground) to frame, RED (power) to BLACK wire, BLUE (trailer brake) to BLUE wire, GREEN to brake switch, and run BLUE/BLACK from rear connector through firewall to brake control unit.
Test for running lights, brake lights, turn signals, and hot wire (power). Brake control output cannot be tested without a trailer connected. If turn signals blink too fast, replace the flasher with the one supplied.
Avoid routing the BLUE/BLACK wire near the exhaust, axles, brake cables, or steering mechanism. Secure all wires with the supplied plastic tie straps.
The T-Connector is a towing harness module that integrates with your vehicle's electrical system to provide trailer lighting control. It connects to your vehicle's taillight wiring and battery to enable proper signaling and lighting functions for a trailer.
Yes, the T-Connector 118506-037 is designed for the Kia Sorento.
The T-Connector 118506-037 is designed for the Kia Sorento.
You will need: trim panel remover, 10mm socket and ratchet or 10mm wrench, drill with 3/32" drill bit, 1/4" socket, wire crimpers, wire cutters, Phillips head screwdriver, and test-probe.
Yes, you will need a drill with a 3/32" drill bit to create a hole for the ground wire connection.
The kit includes: M6 bolt for mounting the tow harness bracket, yellow fuse holder with 10 amp fuse, yellow butt connector, cable ties for securing the harness, eyelet and screw for the ground wire connection, and the T-Connector module with integrated wiring harness containing yellow, green, and red wires.
The manual does not explicitly require battery disconnection before beginning work. However, you must disconnect the vehicle's negative battery cable before making the final connection to the positive battery terminal in step 11. The manual states to disconnect the negative cable at that point if not already removed.
Wear safety glasses during installation. Read and follow all vehicle warnings and installation instructions before beginning. Read and follow all warnings and cautions printed on the tow vehicle's battery. Before drilling, verify what is behind any surface to avoid damage to the vehicle and personal injury.
Yes, wear safety glasses and use all safety precautions during installation.
Open the rear tailgate to access the bolts holding the taillights in place. Using a Phillips head screwdriver, remove the taillights on both the driver and passenger side. After removing the screws, carefully pull the taillight away from the vehicle, being careful not to damage the alignment pins.
On the driver's side, disconnect the vehicle wiring harness from the taillight socket. Separate the connector carefully, being careful not to break the locking tabs. All connector surfaces should be clean and free of dirt before reconnection.
The plastic push pin is located closest to the tailgate weather strip on the driver's side. Using a Phillips head screwdriver, remove this push pin and discard it. This creates the mounting point for the T-Connector bracket.
The module must be mounted so that the epoxy side of the module is pointed towards the ground to prevent any water buildup. Route the module under the interior fascia support, rotate it to fit properly between the fascia and body, and line up the bracket hole with the hole on the fascia and support bracket from which the push pin was removed.
The tow harness bracket is mounted under the interior fascia support bracket with an M6 bolt provided in the kit.
On the driver's side, insert the T-Connector end with the yellow wire between the vehicle wiring connectors and lock into place. Be careful not to damage the locking tabs and ensure that connectors are fully inserted with locking tabs in place. Repeat this process on the passenger's side with the T-Connector end containing the green wire.
Beginning at the driver's side taillight pocket, route the 4-flat harness and harness containing the green and red wires down on the interior side of the bumper brace. Then route the harness and 4-flat across and underneath the vehicle behind the bumper fascia. Route the 4-flat to the center of the vehicle and secure with provided cable ties. Continue routing the harness containing the green wire up through the opening behind the passenger's side taillight.
Route the wires carefully to avoid any hot pipes, heat shields, the fuel tank, or any other points that may pinch or break the wire. Secure the harness with the cable ties provided to prevent damage or rattling, and avoid any areas that would pinch, cut, or melt the wire.
Locate a suitable grounding point on the driver's side near the connectors. Drill a 3/32" hole and secure the white wire with an eyelet using the screw provided. Do not drill into any exposed surfaces. Before drilling, verify what is behind any surface to avoid damage to the vehicle and personal injury.
Yes, you must drill a 3/32" hole on the driver's side for the ground wire connection. Before drilling, verify what is behind the surface to avoid damage.
On the driver's side, locate the red 12 gauge power wire from the T-Connector box. Attach the black 12 gauge wire provided. Route the remaining wire through the opening in the taillight socket, behind the bumper. Route the black wire along the exterior frame or follow the existing wiring along the thresholds into the engine compartment up to the battery, avoiding areas that may pinch or break the wire.
Disconnect the vehicle's negative battery cable. If not already removed, remove the fuse from the yellow fuse holder provided. After cutting the fuse holder wire, attach the ring terminal and secure it to the vehicle's positive battery cable. Connect the other end of the fuse holder to the black 12 gauge wire using the yellow butt connector provided.
Install a 10 amp fuse into the fuse holder after reconnecting the vehicle's negative battery cable.
The T-Connector uses a 10 amp fuse in the yellow fuse holder provided.
The T-Connector harness contains: yellow wire (connects to driver's side taillight connector), green wire (connects to passenger's side taillight connector), red 12 gauge power wire (from T-Connector box to battery positive terminal via fuse holder), white wire (ground connection), and black 12 gauge wire (connects red power wire to fuse holder and battery).
Do not exceed the lower of the towing manufacturer rating or: maximum 2 stop/turn lights per side (4.2 amps total), or maximum tail lights (7.5 amps). Overloading the circuit can cause fires.
Maximum 2 stop/turn lights per side (4.2 amps total). Do not exceed this or the maximum tail light rating of 7.5 amps to prevent fire.
All connections must be complete for the T-Connector to function properly. Test and verify the installation with a test light or trailer once installed. For the initial test, reset the vehicle electrical system by temporarily removing the key from the ignition.
Test the installation with a test light or trailer. For the initial test, reset the vehicle electrical system by temporarily removing the key from the ignition. All connections must be complete for proper function.
Reinstall the taillight assemblies and other items removed during installation, being careful not to pinch or cut the wires. Ensure all connections are complete and test the T-Connector with a test light or trailer to verify proper operation.
Verify that all connections are complete. The manual states that all connections must be complete for the T-Connector to function properly. Check that: (1) the yellow wire T-Connector is fully inserted and locked into the driver's side taillight connector, (2) the green wire T-Connector is fully inserted and locked into the passenger's side taillight connector, (3) the ring terminal is securely attached to the vehicle's positive battery cable, (4) the fuse holder is properly connected to the black 12 gauge wire using the yellow butt connector, (5) the 10 amp fuse is installed in the fuse holder, and (6) the negative battery cable is reconnected. After verifying all connections, reset the vehicle electrical system by temporarily removing the key from the ignition and test again with a test light or trailer.
The module must be mounted so that the epoxy side is pointed towards the ground to prevent water buildup. If water is accumulating, the module is likely installed upside down or at an incorrect angle. Remount the module ensuring the epoxy side points toward the ground.
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