Thread: D4 Electric Trailer Brake Wiring

Hi all, a question for Sniegy, but if anyone else has an answer, please feel free to help.
What is the purpose of the white, UK standard, trailer socket on the D4?
I am almost finished wiring up my EBC unit, and am thinking of laying in a cable to feed my caravan rear camera to the 7" TFT screen that I will mount on the 'Dash'.
I was wondering if I might be able to decommission the UK socket, and then use the socket for the four wires I need to feed the rear caravan camera system.
Does anyone know where I can source a plug to mate with the UK one?
Thanks guys, nearly done, so I can hitch up the Van, and check out the difference in towing ability between my old 100 series, and my new 'Beaut'.
Regards, Don.

Originally Posted by But 'n' Ben

Hi all, a question for Sniegy, but if anyone else has an answer, please feel free to help.
What is the purpose of the white, UK standard, trailer socket on the D4?
The vehicle is a world wide build spec & is easir to just wire everything, hence why you get the 2 plugs.
I am almost finished wiring up my EBC unit, and am thinking of laying in a cable to feed my caravan rear camera to the 7" TFT screen that I will mount on the 'Dash'.
I was wondering if I might be able to decommission the UK socket, and then use the socket for the four wires I need to feed the rear caravan camera system.
The loom for the white plug runs under the vehicle crossember in the spare wheel well & goes into a plug on the L/H/R bumper corner, On many occassions i have removed this plug for various customers to fit a 12pin plug.
Does anyone know where I can source a plug to mate with the UK one?
Dealers have stock of them.
Thanks guys, nearly done, so I can hitch up the Van, and check out the difference in towing ability between my old 100 series, and my new 'Beaut'.
Regards, Don.

Don ,
See the responses above & hope this helps.

Hi Pete, thanks for that info, 'You're the man'.
When initially looking at my D4, I asked the salesman about the socket, apart from being of no use to us here, he seemed to intimate that the plug would have to be sourced from the UK. After your info: I'll try my local LR parts department.
Cheers, Don.

Originally Posted by dk09

Hi all,

First time poster, take it easy if I have missed the obvious.

I have read and searched the threads and "Sneigy" has provided detailed instructions on what I would like to do - however... I do not confuse my aspirations with my abilities and will need to find a professional who can do a REDARC EBRH in the Adelaide area.

I have a D4 and dont want holes or obtrusive break controller units in the cockpit, (I might tow 3-4 times a year, if I am lucky)

I spoke to one retailer, who quoted $400 but they acknowledged they hadn't done a D4 - not many have apparently. This concerns me. (Yes, I could print off the instructions further in this thread - as others have suggested)

Any suggestions on local "experienced" installers in Adelaide are appreciated, (I wouldn't rule out a drive to Melbourne to see you Sneigy if I cant find a local)

Thanks

Dear dk09,
Have you found a reputable installer in Adelaide? I have just had Redarc installed as per Sniegy's photos and the D4 is now not drivable. The brakes come on after a few hundred metres of driving. May be linked to touching brake pedal. Autoelec says now that cant have Redarc in this model. I am getting him to disconnect and am hunting for a new installer. Disappointing in a vehicle purchased as a tow vehicle. The D4 was new in Feb2011.

Hey Doug,
How did you go with the installer after our phone conversation?
Interested to see what the outcome was.
If no joy, as we discussed if you want to come for a drive then let me know.
Cheers

Originally Posted by sniegy

Hey Doug,
How did you go with the installer after our phone conversation?
Interested to see what the outcome was.
If no joy, as we discussed if you want to come for a drive then let me know.
Cheers

Thanks for contacting me. The auto elec made some modifications and after a couple of attempts the car was drivable but still didn't feel right. The Landrover people were great and fitted me in straight away to check the vehicle. They have fixed all the problems that the instal had caused and have organised a reputable person to come and remove original install which they said was all wrong and redo it. So much for using a RAA approved business. The Landrover people said that this problem has occured before. I wish I had been forewarned when I picked up the car and directed to experienced auto electrician. Live and learn

Originally Posted by dougc

I have just had Redarc installed as per Sniegy's photos

Can I ask where you installed the controlling knob and led??

Thanks

Garry

We have just had a controller (can't remember the make) fitted by Allin Towbars at 175 Richmond Rd Marleston.
While they grumbled a bit about doing the D4, it all went very smoothly and all works well.
Worth a try if you have no success anywhere else