Towing

dziarmag · 02-22-2012, 04:46 PM

Hi All,

I have ordered my 2012 q7 tdi with towing pkg.
Does it should come with all socket/wires ?

tks,

Peter

ezveedub · 02-22-2012, 04:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dziarmag

Hi All,

I have ordered my 2012 q7 tdi with towing pkg.
Does it should come with all socket/wires ?

tks,

Peter

It comes with the 7 pin socket in place already. All you need is the adapter from 7 pin to whatever pin layout you use to your harness and the ball hitch.

mikemdd · 02-24-2012, 10:01 AM

It also comes pre-wired for the electronic brake controller up front under the dash. Everything is integrated into the MMI as well...automatically turns off the back sensors, turns off the side assist (they DO NOT turn back on when disconnected!!) and has different idiot lights in the instrument cluster to show the trailer is hooked up. Pretty cool.

Mike

aircavscout · 03-19-2012, 09:57 AM

I run a 2011 TDI Q7 prestige.. (wanted to vented seats) and pull my featherlite trailer and Porsche TT on it. Pulls great. About 22 MPG. I have about 15K on it so far. You will have to purchase the actual plug on your rig. The dealer has it. You would think the "Towing Package" would include the female plug for a 7 way but it doesn't. I made a big deal out of it and the dealer put it on for no charge. I had one hell of a time getting the electric brake controller hooked up. No one wanted to touch it. I did pull my trailer with out the electric controller. No problem at all. With the aluminum trailer and Porsche it doesn't weigh much.

The only problem I have had so far is the wire to the trailer popped out while in motion. I noticed it when I didn't see any lights going through a tunnel. I zip cord it now.

Also, if you plug in the trailer with the vehicle running already it seems to cause some confusion with the lights. turn everything off, plug in the trailer and all is well...

I also have a Dodge 3/4 ton pickup. The Audi is hands down the preferred pulling vehicle. I just brought my twin turbo back from Ohio and roll up those hills in WV at 70MPH trailer and all. ... Word is that Porsche is going to sell a diesel... I may convert to go with all Porsche.... Who knows..

aircavscout · 03-19-2012, 05:35 PM

Before I get the request... Here is the rig set up pulling the TT...

Grape-Crusher · 07-15-2012, 08:56 PM

I'm considering a Q7 TDI for my next vehicle but am concerned about its towing prowess. How much does your loaded trailer weigh? Thanks for your help.

marioec · 07-16-2012, 07:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dziarmag

Hi All,

I have ordered my 2012 q7 tdi with towing pkg.
Does it should come with all socket/wires ?

tks,

Peter

If you order the Towing PKG it should come with eveything you need.

J. Patterson · 07-18-2012, 10:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aircavscout

Before I get the request... Here is the rig set up pulling the TT...

VERY nice! Shopping for a Q7 with tow pkg myself to tow my admittedly slower "TT" and transport Grandsons :-)

DUTCH VanAtlanta · 07-19-2012, 03:45 AM

My 2010 Q7 with the towing package came prewired at the hitch, but I had to provide the 7-pin electrical socket. Simple installation. Remove the cover plate and plug the wiring into the back of the socket and mount the socket using the same screws as the cover plate. A 5 minute job.

Seems like it's something the dealer should have done during pre-delivery, but they didn't.

02-24-2012, 10:01 AM	#3
mikemdd AudiWorld Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 198	It also comes pre-wired for the electronic brake controller up front under the dash. Everything is integrated into the MMI as well...automatically turns off the back sensors, turns off the side assist (they DO NOT turn back on when disconnected!!) and has different idiot lights in the instrument cluster to show the trailer is hooked up. Pretty cool. Mike __________________ ------------- 2013 Audi S7 - Glacier White, Innovation, B&O, Cold Weather, Comfort Seats, Carbon Atlas 2010 Audi Q7 TDI - Prestige, Adaptive Air, Towing, Sunroof Delete, Warm Weather Package, Cold Weather Package 2002 Audi A6 4.2 2014 Porsche Cayman S 2007 Porsche GT3 (part time Track Car....) 1981 Porsche 911 SC (Track Car)

03-19-2012, 09:57 AM	#4
aircavscout Audiworld Junior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 18	Need to buy the connector I run a 2011 TDI Q7 prestige.. (wanted to vented seats) and pull my featherlite trailer and Porsche TT on it. Pulls great. About 22 MPG. I have about 15K on it so far. You will have to purchase the actual plug on your rig. The dealer has it. You would think the "Towing Package" would include the female plug for a 7 way but it doesn't. I made a big deal out of it and the dealer put it on for no charge. I had one hell of a time getting the electric brake controller hooked up. No one wanted to touch it. I did pull my trailer with out the electric controller. No problem at all. With the aluminum trailer and Porsche it doesn't weigh much. The only problem I have had so far is the wire to the trailer popped out while in motion. I noticed it when I didn't see any lights going through a tunnel. I zip cord it now. Also, if you plug in the trailer with the vehicle running already it seems to cause some confusion with the lights. turn everything off, plug in the trailer and all is well... I also have a Dodge 3/4 ton pickup. The Audi is hands down the preferred pulling vehicle. I just brought my twin turbo back from Ohio and roll up those hills in WV at 70MPH trailer and all. ... Word is that Porsche is going to sell a diesel... I may convert to go with all Porsche.... Who knows..

07-19-2012, 03:45 AM	#9
DUTCH VanAtlanta AudiWorld Member 2010 Audi Q7 My Garage Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Atlanta, GA USA Posts: 531	My 2010 Q7 with the towing package came prewired at the hitch, but I had to provide the 7-pin electrical socket. Simple installation. Remove the cover plate and plug the wiring into the back of the socket and mount the socket using the same screws as the cover plate. A 5 minute job. Seems like it's something the dealer should have done during pre-delivery, but they didn't. __________________ 2000 Mercedes-Benz G500 Neiman Marcus Limited Edition 2010 Audi Q7 3.0 TDI

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07-15-2012, 08:56 PM	#6
Grape-Crusher AudiWorld Newcomer Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 6	I'm considering a Q7 TDI for my next vehicle but am concerned about its towing prowess. How much does your loaded trailer weigh? Thanks for your help.