Dedicated wiring kits

Dedicated towbar wiring harnesses are gaining popularity due to the many additional features in new vehicles. Certain electrical and safety features in vehicles are activated via dedicated wiring. Dedicated wiring harnesses work seamlessly with the vehicle’s systems as supplied by the manufacturer, so this does not affect the vehicle’s warranty, whereas universal wiring may. Safety features updated with dedicated wiring vary by make and model of vehicle. Here are some potential benefits:

• Trailer stability control
• Brake electronics update
• Suspension system - taking into account additional towed mass
• ABS system - Updated to include towed vehicle
• Lighting - switching off rear fog lights. Information on trailer lighting failure
• Switching off parking assistance (PDC)
• Adaptive cruise control ACC - update taking into account trailer