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Learn how to install a trailer lighting harness in a Tesla!
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This summer, a Tesla owner I know asked me to install the wiring for trailer lights on his Model Y. He already had a Torklift Central hitch installed on his car at a local autobody shop. When he asked them to install the wiring for the trailer, they said they don’t touch wiring on Teslas! So, he brought it to me to do the install.
I used this "contactless" lighting control. It uses current sensors which clamp AROUND the tail and brake light wires to sense when the lights are activated, and then controls the trailer lights. What’s great about this is that you DON’T have to cut or splice any wires. This makes for a simple installation and some people have concerns about traditional kits possibly voiding warranties.
I was pleasantly surprised at how easy the installation was to do. Interior panels were easy to remove from the Model Y, and door weatherstripping pulled away easily from the door, making it easy to run wires.
I ran the flat four trailer connector so that it would come out in the INSIDE of the, in the sunken far left compartment. This keeps the cable out of the weather, which helps prevent corrosion and wear.
The Model Y tows GREAT! I was even able to test AutoPilot while towing, but you’ll have to wait for the next video to see that!
This is a Tesla Model Y Long Range Dual Motor with Autopilot.
The hitch already on the car is a Torklift Central 2" Stealth Receiver Ecohitch for Tesla Model Y.
https://torkliftcentral.com/tesla-model-y-ecohitch-invisi
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