Tekonsha 118266 7-Way OEM Tow Harness | Nissan
Tekonsha 118266 7-Way OEM Tow Harness | Nissan — Product description
The Tekonsha 118266 is the direct plug-and-play replacement for the factory 7-way tow package harness on select Nissan trucks and SUVs. If your original connector got crushed or corroded, this puts you back to towing without a trip to the dealer.
The Tekonsha 118266 is the direct replacement for the factory 7-way tow package harness on a handful of Nissan trucks and SUVs. If the original connector on your Frontier, Pathfinder, or Xterra got crushed, corroded, or just quit passing power to the trailer, this is the part that puts you back in business without a trip to the dealer. It restores the exact function Nissan built in, just with fresh copper and a fresh receptacle.
It's a true plug-and-play harness. The connectors on the ends are vehicle-specific, so they mate straight to the factory plugs with no cutting and no splicing. No adapters, no guesswork. You're not chasing wires or crimping butt connectors in the dark. Most folks have it swapped in about 30 minutes with basic hand tools. The wire itself is 16-gauge bonded, and the whole assembly is built to shrug off road spray, salt, and the weather that eats cheaper harnesses alive.
On the trailer side you get a 7-pole round receptacle, the standard 7-way. That means running lights, turn signals, brake lights, reverse, a 12V charge line, and the electric brake circuit are all there in one connector. If you're towing a boat trailer behind an Xterra or a Frontier, that's exactly the connection you want, especially once the trailer is heavy enough to need electric brakes. Your trailer plugs in the same way it always has.
One thing worth being clear about. This harness wires up the connector, it doesn't add a brake controller. If your trailer has electric brakes, you'll still need a brake controller mounted in the cab to actually feed the brake pin. The 118266 just gives you the clean, weatherproof plug to land it on. Tekonsha backs it with a one-year limited warranty, and it fits 2005-2023 Nissan Frontier, 2005-2012 Nissan Pathfinder, 2005-2015 Nissan Xterra, and the 2009-2012 Suzuki Equator. Order it, plug it in, and get back to towing.
Key Features
- 7-pole round receptacle delivers the full 7-way circuit: running lights, turn signals, brakes, reverse, 12V charge, and electric brake
- Vehicle-specific plug-and-play connectors mate straight to the factory plugs, no cutting or splicing
- 16-gauge bonded wire in weatherproof construction stands up to road spray and salt
- Direct replacement for the OEM tow package harness on Nissan Frontier, Pathfinder, Xterra, and Suzuki Equator
- Installs in about 30 minutes with basic hand tools
- Backed by a one-year Tekonsha limited warranty
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Technical specifications
| Title | Tekonsha 118266 7-Way Replacement OEM Tow Package Wiring Harness |
|---|---|
| Brand | Tekonsha |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 118266 |
| UPC | 016118117042 |
| Connector Type | 7-Way, 7-pole round receptacle |
| Wire Gauge | 16-gauge bonded wire |
| Installation | Plug-and-play, no cutting or splicing |
| Install Time | Approximately 30 minutes |
| Warranty | 1-year limited |
| Package Dimensions (L x W x H) | 11.25 x 8.25 x 3.25 in |
| Vehicle Fitment | 2005-2023 Nissan Frontier, 2005-2012 Nissan Pathfinder, 2005-2015 Nissan Xterra, 2009-2012 Suzuki Equator |
| Harness Style | Replacement OEM tow package harness |
Frequently asked questions
What vehicles does the 118266 fit?
It's built for the 2005-2023 Nissan Frontier, 2005-2012 Nissan Pathfinder, 2005-2015 Nissan Xterra, and the 2009-2012 Suzuki Equator. The connectors are vehicle-specific, so it plugs right into the factory tow package wiring on those models.
Do I have to cut or splice any wires?
No. This is a plug-and-play harness. The vehicle-specific connectors mate to the factory plugs, so there's no cutting, no splicing, and no crimping. Most people finish the install in about 30 minutes.
What connector does it give me?
A 7-pole round receptacle, the standard 7-way. That covers running lights, turn signals, brake lights, reverse, a 12V charge line, and the electric trailer brake circuit all in one plug.
Does this let me run electric trailer brakes?
The 7-way connector includes the brake circuit, so the wiring is there. But the harness itself doesn't include a brake controller. If your trailer has electric brakes, you'll still need a brake controller installed in the cab to feed that pin.
How long does it take to install?
Plan on about 30 minutes with basic hand tools. Because it plugs into the factory connectors, there's no wire routing math to work out.
Is it covered by a warranty?
Yes. Tekonsha backs the 118266 with a one-year limited manufacturer warranty.
