Towbar Coding Solutions

Modern vehicles often require electronic coding after a dedicated towbar wiring kit is installed. Coding activates manufacturer towing functions, ensures vehicle systems recognise the trailer, and enables advanced safety features.

Westfalia Autocode & Autocode Mini

Westfalia's Autocode platform provides a fast and cost effective way to activate vehicles for trailer operation. The Autocode Mini allows workshops to install and code a towbar solution themselves without relying on dealer networks.

• Pay-per-use coding model with no ongoing subscription.
• Works independently of vehicle manufacturers.
• Compact handheld device with integrated OBD connection.
• Simple step-by-step menu navigation.
• Fast vehicle activation, typically completed within minutes.
• Regular software updates ensure support for newly released vehicles.
• Enables trailer-specific vehicle functions and towing features.

Why Workshops Choose Autocode Mini

Designed specifically for towbar installers, Autocode Mini offers an affordable alternative to dealer coding. Installers can purchase coding credits only when required, making it ideal for businesses fitting a wide range of vehicle brands.

Hayman Reese SmartCode

Hayman Reese SmartCode is an intelligent towing solution designed to ensure modern vehicles operate exactly as the manufacturer intended while towing.

• Provides full integration between towbar, wiring, ECU and vehicle software.
• Activates manufacturer towing functions through vehicle coding.
• Supports systems such as Reverse Park Assist, Blind Spot Detection, Adaptive Cruise Control changes and trailer sway mitigation where applicable.
• Reduces warning lights, system conflicts and functionality limitations.
• Vehicle-specific coding ensures seamless communication via CAN Bus systems.

Intelligent Towing Technology

As vehicles become increasingly sophisticated, towing preparation is no longer just about fitting a towbar and wiring loom. SmartCode ensures the vehicle's electronic systems recognise when a trailer is connected and respond appropriately to maintain safety, stability and driver assistance functionality.

The Benefits of Professional Towbar Coding

• Activation of trailer stability and towing assistance systems.
• Correct operation of parking sensors and driver assistance features.
• Improved integration of vehicle-specific electrical systems.
• Reduced risk of dashboard warnings and fault codes.
• Manufacturer-level towing functionality without dealership visits.

Whether using Westfalia Autocode Mini or Hayman Reese SmartCode, professional coding ensures your vehicle and trailer work together safely, reliably and exactly as intended.