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Post12-05-2003, 17:58    Subject: Tow Hitch for VW Golf IV Quote

I have a question.
I managed to get an original tow hitch (detachable) from a damaged Golf (without any damage or deformation), and I'm now wondering which electrical kit I should buy. I was thinking of buying a standard one and simply connecting it with a warning light, since I hardly ever need to use the trailer.
If someone could tell me whether connecting the original wiring harness (or a replica) would also activate the trailer light indicator on the dashboard, and if it would be a plug-and-play solution, I would prefer that option.
Please help me with this.
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Post13-05-2003, 11:16    Subject: Tow Hitch for VW Golf IV - Installation Guide Quote

matthiasTDI96 wrote:
I wanted to buy a regular one and simply connect it with some warning lights, since I hardly ever need the trailer.
If someone could tell me whether connecting the original wiring harness (or a replica) would also activate the trailer light indicator on the dashboard, and if it would be a plug-and-play solution, I would prefer that option.


Okay, so I bought a detachable tow hitch with the corresponding 13-pin electrical kit from Westfalia. The electrical kit is a plug-and-play solution; you simply plug it into the connectors on the rear lights on the left and right sides. Then, the cable is run through the vehicle's body to the outside, towards the tow hitch, and the individual wires are connected to the hitch. The turn signal indicator light is also activated, with no annoying beeping or other nonsense. So, I would recommend this electrical kit.
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Post13-05-2003, 12:54    Subject: Tow Hitch for VW Golf IV Quote

That's correct. With companies like Westfalia, which are also original equipment manufacturers, everything is integrated into the system. However, if you have any questions, feel free to contact www.aukup.de.
They are professionals and offer the best prices.


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Post13-05-2003, 13:22    Subject: Tow Hitch for VW Golf IV Quote

You're welcome.

I spoke with someone from kupplung.de who said that the turn signal light will never be activated unless everything is wired from the factory. I couldn't believe it. Now I know, and I'm going to get a Westfalia E wiring harness.
As I said, thank you!


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