How to Properly Set Gain/Sensitivity of The Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller # C51180
Question:
Does Curt have standard settings you should use based on the weight of load you are towing? Ill be towing a relatively light tear camper, about 1500 pounds with gear, and would like to know the recommended gain and sensitivity for that amount of weight.
asked by: Mark K
Helpful Expert Reply:
Curt has a recommended setup procedure outlined for the Curt Echo part # C51180 that is outlined in their install instructions for this controller but since not all trailer brakes apply the same way there isn't a standard setting you can use that will be ideal from the get-go. Here's how Curt recommends you set this controller up:
Starting with the output adjustment, drive forward on a dry and level paved or concrete surface. At approximately 25 mph, apply the vehicle's brakes. If trailer braking is insufficient, increase the max output setting in the brake control application. If the trailer brakes lock up, decrease the max output. Repeat this process until stops are firm, just short of lock up.
Once the output is set, adjust the sensitivity by driving forward at approximately 25 mph and press the brake pedal. The vehicle and trailer should make a smooth stop. If the stop seems slow and more aggressive braking is desired, increase the sensitivity level through the brake control application. If the stop seems too aggressive, decrease the sensitivity level in the application.
Make several stops at various speeds and adjust the sensitivity until stops are smooth and firm. Slight adjustment to the output control may also be desirable.
Cecil C.
7/20/2020
What does Max Output means on the brake controller? I have a 2018 Ford f150 and pulling a 5500 lbs travel trailer. What should my Max Output and my Sensitivity Adjustment be set on?
Lin
8/1/2020
brake application lags, which is especially terrifying when the trailer brakes continue to drag for a few seconds even after you lift off the brake pedal.
Matt
8/13/2020
I also have brake lag problems ie "brake application lags, the trailer brakes continue to drag for a few seconds even after you lift off the brake pedal." Have talked to technical support who tried saying I did not plug it in correctly and it became uncalibrated? Have tried on 2 vehicles with same results and on vehicle with manual brake controller, so it is not the trailer brakes. Anyone else have any issues?
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Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller - 7-Way Plug Mount w/ Bluetooth App - 1 to 2 Axle - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
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- Up to 2 Axles
- Smartphone Display
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Annie L.
6/14/2020
We are using this same exact wireless controller and noticed we have to dial down max output to lowest increment so our trailer does not lock up. On the app, Does the blue ring indicate Brakes not used and as blue ring decreases and gray increases it means brakes are being applied? We are reading instructions and thought it read the opposite as in blue ring means brakes applied but after driving it seems the first thing I said is right. Can you confirm?