Adding a 7-Way Trailer Connector and Brake Controller to a 2011 Honda Pilot

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Hello, do you have a 7 pin connector for a 2011 Honda Pilot? I need trailer brakes and power to the trailer. A 4 to 7 pin adaptor is not what Im looking for. Preferably, this connector would couple directly to the harness that is equipped on this vehicle.

asked by: Kris

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If your 2011 Honda Pilot came with a factory tow package (have a Honda dealer run the VIN if you are unsure) then you can use Curt wiring harness # 118253 which comes with everything to make the 7-Way fully functional.

For a brake controller I recommend the P2, # 90885, because it is easy to set up and use and it is reliable. You would also need brake controller wiring harness # 3070-P.

If your Pilot does not have the factory tow package then the only option is to hardware in a 7-Way and brake controller or have the dealer install all of the factory tow package components which I can only imagine would be quite expensive.

If you do need to hardwire in the 7-Way and brake controller then you would start by installing a 4-Way, # 118491, unless the vehicle already has one (which would mean it has the tow package so you would not have to hardwire it all in). Then you would need the 4- and 7-Way installation kit # ETBC7. I have included some links that show and explain the ETBC7 installation.

I still recommend the P2 brake controller for the hardwire installation, you just wouldn't need the 3070-P harness if hardwiring in the controller.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

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 2

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 3

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 4

The best brake controller option to go with is one that activates the brakes proportionally instead of time delayed. A proportional brake controller will activate the trailer brakes at the same time and with the same intensity as the tow vehicle…

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Answer 5

The trailer brakes work on a separate circuit than the lights. You have a couple of options to control the electric brakes on the trailer. One option is to use an air over electric brake control, #HA100400C. This unit connects to the air brakes on…

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Answer 6

There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

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Answer 7

If your vehicle has a factory brake controller plug, you can simply use the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers – Ford, Item #3034-P, which will connect to the vehicle plug and the brake controller. On the new E-450…

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Answer 8

We can definitely get you set up. For a 7-way wiring harness for your 2024 Honda Pilot trailsport I recommend the Curt T-Connector #C35ZV which will plug in to the existing tow package connector at the rear your vehicle. I do also recommend getting…

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Answer 9

You are correct, you should only be getting output when the brake is applied, or the override switch is activated. It sounds like the controller might be bad, but to make sure, you should probably bench test it before tossing it. Use a circuit…

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Answer 10

Hi Ed, We do indeed have trailer wiring harnesses that fit your 2025 Honda Pilot. I went ahead and checked directly with the manufacturer for you and verified there are two options - a 4-way and 7-way: - 4-Way: Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness…

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Answer 11

Hey Antoine, so the two kits you mentioned are actually really similar and honestly I would go with the part #ETBC7 if I were you. The #ETBC7L is basically the same thing minus a couple wires and breakers so you may as well get the kit that has…

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Answer 12

If you have a vehicle specific wiring harness for a brake controller then that would indicate that you have a factory tow package and subsequently would already have a 7-way at the back of your vehicle. The universal 7-way connector #ETBC7 is meant…

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