{"product_id":"tekonsha-118283-tow-harness-4-flat-to-6-7-way","title":"Tekonsha 118283 Tow Harness 4-Flat to 6\/7-Way","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eThe Tekonsha 118283 tow harness wiring package takes the 4-flat connector your tow vehicle came with and steps it up to a proper 6-way or 7-way plug. If you've moved up to a trailer that needs more than basic lights, this is how you wire in the extra circuits the right way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your tow vehicle came with a basic 4-flat connector and you're stepping up to a trailer that needs more, this Tekonsha tow harness wiring package is how you make the jump. It takes the 4-flat wiring you've already got and gives you a proper 6-way or 7-way connector at the bumper. No cutting into your factory harness and hoping for the best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's the situation most folks run into. A 4-flat handles the basics, running lights, brake lights, and turn signals. That's fine for a small utility trailer. But the moment you're pulling something with electric brakes, or a camper that wants a 12-volt charge line and reverse lights, four pins won't cut it. You need the extra circuits a 6-way or 7-way connector carries. This package replaces the OEM harness and gets you there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a Tekonsha part, and that matters. Tekonsha has been building trailer brake controls and towing wiring for a long time, and the connectors and wire are made to hold up to weather and road grime under the bumper. This isn't a bargain-bin adapter that corrodes green after one season. Good grounds and clean connections are what keep trailer lights from flickering, and that's exactly where cheap harnesses fail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWho's it for? Anyone moving from a light-duty setup to real towing. New camper owners. Folks who bought a trailer with a 7-way plug and found their truck only has a 4-flat. Guys upgrading a hitch who want to do the wiring right while they're back there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne honest note. Confirm what your trailer actually needs before you order. A 6-way and a 7-way don't share the same pin count, and your trailer's plug has to match the one on your vehicle. If you're not sure whether you need the 6-way or the full 7-way, tell us what you're towing and we'll point you the right way. Don't guess on this one. Matching the connector to the trailer saves you a wasted trip up the driveway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConverts an existing 4-flat connector to a 6-way or 7-way trailer plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplaces the OEM tow-vehicle wiring harness rather than splicing into it\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdds the extra circuits a 6-way or 7-way carries for electric brakes, 12-volt charge, and reverse lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTekonsha towing-grade wire and connector, built to survive under-bumper weather and road grime\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSorts out the tow-side wiring so your trailer's plug finally matches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGenuine Tekonsha part, manufacturer number 118283\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-trust\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from NVN Marine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAuthorized Tekonsha reseller, full manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSame-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow do I go from a 4-flat to a 7-way connector?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis package is how. It replaces your OEM tow-vehicle harness and gives you a 6-way or 7-way plug off the existing 4-flat wiring, so you're not splicing adapters together under the bumper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat's the difference between a 4-pin and a 7-pin trailer connector?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA 4-flat carries the basics: running lights, brake lights, and turn signals. A 7-way adds pins for electric trailer brakes, a 12-volt charge line, and reverse lights. If your trailer needs any of those, four pins won't do it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eShould I get the 6-way or the 7-way?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt comes down to your trailer's plug. A 6-way and a 7-way aren't the same pin count, so match the connector to what's on your trailer. 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