HOW TO | TOYOTA TACOMA BRAKE CONTROLLER INSTALL
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- Опубліковано 25 сер 2024
- Looking to install a brake controller into a Toyota Tacoma? Whether it's to tow for work or for adventure, you'll be able to install a REDARC brake controller quickly and easily into your Tacoma by following this handy step-by-step video.
REDARC offers two brake controller models in North America, the Tow-Pro Elite which features proportional and user controlled modes, and the proportional only model the Tow-Pro Liberty. Both provide discreet dash-mounted looks, away from driver knees and airbags, ensuring it is easy to reach for maximum on-road safety at the turn of a dial.
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You know for a guy that doesn't know s*** about Towing. You made my choice easy. Thank you for a straightforward - easy to understand video.
Why does the metal mounting bracket not come with the full Tacoma kit?? The mounting bracket is necessary and should have come with the kit. I just installed my Redarc controller today and I just zip tied it under the dash for now since the bracket did not come with the kit,. Now I have to order the bracket and take my dash apart again to securely install it. This is extremely frustrating.
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The 'bracket' is a common generic piece. Go to any hardware store and ask for the hardware aisle, tell em you want a small corner bracket or strap. Should cost about 2 or 3 dollars. I had a pack of 4 sitting on a shelf in my garage from an old project, it worked just fine.
Well, I bought a Tow Pro Liberty, and the Toyota dash plug and the cables. Watched this video and went out and knocked it out. The only variation between the video and my installation; the lower switch panel insert can not be installed with the switch in it. Your video used the upper one. Put the insert in and then the switch. I'll leave alone accessing that little ground bolt, but I got it done and your video made is a breeze. Thank you for the video which matched my 2020 TACO Double Cab Limited. I will most definitely recommend your product. Thanks again, You were complete and steady and no stupid background music.
Hi Billy, thank you for your message and for choosing a REDARC brake controller for your Taco! Great to hear that the video was helpful and you were able to get it installed quickly and easily. Can't wait to hear how your towing adventures go using our Australian made gear. All the best from the whole team at REDARC!
At the 4:21 time stamp that slot you pulled is my camera switch (2020 TRD Off Road) so not an option for me but..
Will the switch fit in the longer slot to the right of the AC control button?
@@M1xmastaspig Hi there, thanks for your comment. The closest option will be our TPSI-007 insert instead - this is slightly skinnier and longer then the TPSI-002 so should fit here. If you'd like to discuss options further, please feel free to contact our Tech Support Team via phone at our head office.
The most relaxing install video I've ever watched. Excellent job!
It's a video like this from a manufacturer that really seals the deal with selecting a brake controller. The only thing I see off the bat that's different is that my 2019 Tacoma Pro does not have that upper row of switches or switch blanks. It's a cubby. The only blank I have is the odd-shaped cutout to the right of the 120V outlet switch. I wish you made a blank which fits THAT cutout. But I'm sure I can manage with a Dremel or something. It looks like maybe the TPSI 007 blank might actually fit that space? If so, it would be awesome to include that as a mounting/blank option in your video. But otherwise, great job!
Thank you for your interest in our brake controllers, and for taking the time to watch our videos. You are correct that the TPSI-007 would be the best for your vehicle. Any further questions please contact our Tech Support Team directly and they'll be more than happy to assist.
@@REDARCElectronics ok thanks! I placed my order and looking forward to installing it
Looks like that switch does not fit into that space
The best install video I have every seen. It was very straight forward and left no questions during the install. Thank you!
Thank you! I feel confident that I can do this on my truck before I hook up my RV for a cross country adventure!
WELL DONE REDARC! 2022 Tacoma TRD Off Road 4x4 towing a 2022 Imagine XLS 17MKE (4700 lbs dry)
I’m going Saturday to pick up a new 4600# sonic venture and that makes me feel better knowing other’s are doing the same thing
2021 TRD OR. Great video!BUT I forgot to order the bracket. Went to depot and bent an L bracket straight. Grabbed a couple fasteners with locking nuts. Turned out exactly the same. Would’ve definitely have gotten the bracket had I known. But if anyone else did what I did or wants to save a few bucks. There’s a solution at depot.
Think this would be better if they were sold in vehicle specific bundles with everything you need.
On my Tacoma I had to order a different dash insert than the one provided. I also wasn’t interested in the universal wiring harness and ordered the vehicle specific. Excited to see how well this tows!
Thanks for choosing a REDARC brake controller, and for taking the time to provide feedback. If you have any further questions on setup or use of your Tow-Pro please call out Technical Support Team at our head office and they'll be happy to assist in greater detail over the phone.
Installed in about 1 hour without using the their bracket (Had to makeshift one since they were out of stock). This video does explain it well. Although, where they mounted the ground connection isn’t nearly as easy as the ground by the fuse box. 2021 Offroad
Good to hear, I'm about to do the same. Were you able to get screws through the slot on the unit?
@@joshjerge733 Yeah it wasn't hard at all. Just go to a hardware store and get a slotted bracket with about the same dimensions and you will be fine.
What Krista Knapp said. This was great! TY.
Yes, this is a good video. I wish they had produced it two years ago when I installed my unit. They didn’t have the bracket available then either.
Clean-well done-instructive- and an option to other videos- but you have to buy more stuff that isn't actually needed, but for the person who has money to do it this way- it is prefered. Thankyou. This is for my Tacoma 2022 TRD off road new truck.
Thanks for this video! Very helpful 😀
I just finished getting the tow pro elite installed on my 2022 Toyota Tacoma and when I hooked the battery back up and got in to crank the truck no lights come on, I can push the button for just a moment and release and the light will fade on then fades right back off and stays off. This was without a trailer attached, do I have a problem or will it do the flashing once I hook up to my trailer Saturday? I’m so frustrated and can’t get ahold of your technical support number just sits there listening to the music until it finally makes me leave a voicemail.
Did you figure this out? I just finished installing mine and I have the same problem. I don't have my trailer hook up.
Thank you for the excellent well explained 👏 video.
Great to hear, and thank you for watching!
This does not apply to a 2019 Tacoma TRD Sport Premium. I had extra modules attached to that bracket.
Will this process be the same on the 2016 Tacoma with the V6 which should have the tow package?
I have a 2016 and do not have that size switch on the bottom row. Top row is the cubby. I actually mounted the Redarc switch straight to the right of the power switch and third brake light switch, and to the left of a blank switch. Drilled a hole through the plastic piece, snipped off some plastic in the back, and mounted it.
Thanks for choosing a REDARC brake controller, Brian. And for sharing how you went about your installation. We'll pass this on to our teams to help support other customers with a similar dash setup.
NOTE you may not be able to slide the controller knob. through the opening with the new knockout assembled you may have you put the new knock out in first then come from the backside with the tow pro controller knob thats what I had to do on my 2020 Tacoma SR5
I wonder if the dealership will do this instalation for you?
I have a 2022 model and just ordered the liberty controller as I will only be doing normal on road towing. I also ordered the dash blank and the wire harness and mounting bracket you mention. I am hoping this will all work with my model year as you only mention up to 2021.
Thank you for watching, Quinton. And for choosing REDARC gear.
If you have any questions when it comes time to install your brake controller don't hesitate to reach out to our helpful Technical Support Team either by phone or email. Details can be found here redarcelectronics.com/pages/contact
Well I guess my question would have been does this work with 2022 models?
@@quintonstone7324 Our Tech Support Team has reviewed the items you have purchased and can confirm that they are suitable for the 2022 model, and we will aim to update all of our product specifications to reflect this over the coming weeks.
@@REDARCElectronics the harness TPH-015 is not the right size for my 2022 Tacoma (Canadian market). My truck side connector says 3031-P.
It doesn't look like i have that pigtail on my Tacoma. I have a 2016 4x4 double cab SR5 with the towing package. It has the transmission cooler mounted on the radiator and 4 & 7 pin connectors by the hitch. What am i missing here??? Do i need to build a hardness myself if it's not there??
Hello, from our research, the 2016 Tacoma should have the Plug N Play option. Our-TPH-015 will be the suitable harness if you can find the connection point. Toyota suitable Tow-Pro Brake Controller Harness (TPH-015) (redarcelectronics.com)
Excellent!
So is there not a way to manually apply just the trailer brakes without pushing the brake pedal? Like most other brake controllers? I test my trailer brakes before each trip using the manual switch.
Thanks for watching! If you press the dial that’s mounted on your dash the brake controller will apply the brakes on the trailer up to the number set e.g. having the dial set to 5 will give you 50% braking power.
What plug would a 2016 Toyota Tacoma off road TRD take?
Thanks for watching! We would recommend the Toyota Suitable Tow-Pro Brake Controller Harness (www.redarcelectronics.com/us/tow-pro-brake-controller-harness-to-suit-toyota-tph-015) for your Tacoma.
Did I miss what happens with the universal wiring harness? Does that even get used?
Thanks for watching! If you have a vehicle specific wiring harness, the universal harness will not be needed.
I have a 2021 Tacoma. Looking at installing the switch. I dont have a blank switch insert. The blank switch in the video is actually the front View camera on my vehicle. What are the alternatives?
Hi Timothy, thanks for watching! REDARC does offer universal options witch you could use. The TPSI-001 can he used in place on the cigarette lighter socket if you don’t use it or have a spare.
You could use the TPSI-010 and mount it anywhere on your dash, it is made up of a soft material that conforms to the dash when installing the remote head for a flush finish.
Will this set up work for my 2019 off road?
Thanks for watching! Yes, the Tow-Pro Elite is a universal unit, you may just need to choose the right harness for your vehicle.
I have no trailer attached. When I press the button, it lights up blue for about a second and then fades away. The only time the blue light comes on is when I press the button. Does this all sound normal?
My did the same thing, let me know if you ever got the answer to this!
Do any auto parts stores carry this kit? I really need it before Saturday
Thanks for watching! You can use the Find an Installer or Retailer tool to find a stockist close to you - www.redarcelectronics.com/us/finder
Do i have to but the tph-015 harness separately or dose it come w the kit?
Thanks for watching! Our Tundra/Tacoma Brake Controller Kit does come with the TPH-015 wiring harness.
Hey guys I have a question. I am getting ready to buy a 7x14 tandem axel utility trailer and need to uy a brake controller as well. I asked the dealer if I would have to make an appointment to get it installed and he said no if your truck is already wired for it exact words were "plug and play" and said yes, if it isn't. So my question is, is my truck ready for the plug and play? 2019 Tacoma TRD sport V6 tow package
Hi Brandon, thank you for your comment and your interest in REDARC products. We can confirm that your vehicle is suitable for a plug and play style installation of our Tow-Pro brake controller. Simply choose between our Tow-Pro Elite and Tow-Pro Liberty models, then add the below harness and switch insert panel and you'll be ready to go.
redarcelectronics.com/products/tow-pro-brake-controller-harness-to-suit-toyota-tph-015
redarcelectronics.com/products/switch-insert-to-suit-toyota-mitsubishi
If you need any installation help don't hesitate to contact our friendly Tech Support Team on +1 (704) 247-5150
I’m guessing that factory plug isn’t there if I don’t have the factory tow package?
Thank you for watching, and your comment. We would suggest that if there is not a factory plug present that your vehicle isn't equipped with a factory tow package.
Will this work in a 2017 TRD OR?
Hi Eric & Julie, thanks for your comment. Certainly the Tow-Pro brake controller will be compatible with your year/model Toyota too - it will be the harness we choose to install it with that really matters. Luckily, the wiring will be the same on yours - you will need TPH-015 to successfully install the unit. The switch insert should be the same as in the video too.
I fell for it. I missed the comments at 00:15, three critical peices are needed to complete the install. They are SOLD SEPARATELY, totaling about $288.
The switch insert I managed to drill hole into the blank insert and saved $13.70 (Amazon price Sep '22). The mounting bracket, not sold on Amazon, their website lists it for $24 (back ordered), got around the bracket by using bolt and zip ties. The wiring harness, oh my gosh $32. I hope the folks who assemble the harness are paid a living wage.
In the end the video says you will be done with the install in half an hour! Bonkers. May be for a professional or someone very familiar with Tacoma. It took me half a day, adding insult to injury.
Wonder how much money they sank into this curated content. If they shifted that budget to clearly calling out these extra required parts are sold separately and at a reasonable price I would be their life time customer.
Instead every time I look at their logo on the switch I will be reminded of the bad experience regardless how good their product may be.
Hi vjpdx, thank you for your comment and for choosing a REDARC brake controller product.
We're sorry to hear that you don't feel this video best represented the installation process. We endeavour to provide as much information as possible for our customers to undertake installation themselves, or connect them to an experienced installer in their area. However we do appreciate you taking the time to provide the feedback and will certainly pass this on to our internal teams for review.
If you do have any further questions about the installation process, or would like some over the phone technical assistance, our Tech Support Team are available for the cost of a local call to help with any enquiry. You can reach them by calling one of the numbers appropriate to your location, or by sending an email redarcelectronics.com/pages/contact
We thank you again for choosing a REDARC branded product and hope we can be of service to you again in the future.
If you watch other videos you find that there are options to buying all that extra hardware that anyone with a garage full of stuff can make work. Don't need the bracket-Don't need the pretty insert, but would be nice if reasonable. All you need is a drill, dremel, that $20 cable, and some grunting and swearing if needed. Nothing is easy. Everything takes three times what you reasonably think it should take. I think that is an amendment to Murphy's law.
I have a 2022 TRD Off Road 4x4. All 2022 4x4's have the tow package. I do NOT, however, have a loose plug to the left of the brake pedal to attach the "plug and play" cable to. It's tough to play if you can't plug. What's up? Is it hidden or taped up somewhere? Everything else in my install went smoothly except the controller would only mount horizontally where the video show it being mounted vertically.
Never mind. Found the plug! It was bent underneath, behind a bunch of other wires and against the side wall. The rest of the install went fine. In the video, the guy's arm blocks most of the shots of the plug and the site where the ground is installed. Other than that, good job. Thanks.
@@j.murrayzeigler7142 thank you for taking the time to review this video, and for choosing a REDARC brake controller.
Glad to hear you were able to install this as desired and hopefully this video helped support that process. If you do have any further technical or installation questions please don't hesitate to contact our friendly team over the phone redarcelectronics.com/pages/contact
This controller is NOT compatible with 2021 Toyata Tacoma (according to my dealership at least). I wish it was, bought one and have to return
Hi Julius,
Thank you for watching, and for choosing to buy a REDARC brake controller.
We can confirm that our Tow-Pro units are compatible with the 2021 Tacoma, and offer easy installation with the below accessories.
redarcelectronics.com/products/tow-pro-brake-controller-harness-to-suit-toyota-tph-015
redarcelectronics.com/products/switch-insert-to-suit-toyota-mitsubishi
If you'd like to discuss in greater detail with our Tech Support Team you can reach out via phone or email by visiting redarcelectronics.com/pages/contact