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This is one of our favorite brake controllers, with flawless braking and a tiny dash knob that looks like it came straight from the factory. Its unique off-roading mode helps you handle rough conditions, so get out there and get towing.
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Specs:
The off-road mode is a unique feature of the Redarc Tow-Pro Trail. In this mode, the brake controller will apply your trailer's brakes with a preset amount of power, independent of what your tow vehicle is doing. This is ideal for off-roading or challenging conditions. Set the power low if you're towing through sand or mud so that the trailer doesn't stop with too much force and act as an anchor. If navigating a steep descent, set the power to a higher level to ensure that the trailer doesn't push against the tow vehicle.
To activate the off-road mode, rotate the knob counterclockwise to 0 and apply your vehicle's brakes. Push down on the knob twice (2 times within 1 second) and release the brakes. The knob will turn green to let you know that the mode has been activated.
Adjusting the braking settings on the Tow-Pro Trail is super simple. To get more power output - the maximum amount of power that will be applied to your trailer's brakes - rotate the knob clockwise toward 10. To decrease the power output, rotate it counterclockwise toward 0.
When you apply the tow vehicle's brakes, the knob will change from blue to red to signal that the trailer brakes are being activated. The higher the braking power output, the deeper the red that you will see.
To engage manual override, simply press the control knob. This will activate the trailer's brakes and brake lights independent of your tow vehicle, great for stopping sway or controlling your trailer's momentum in an emergency.
When you are calibrating the brake controller for the first time, the LED lights will signal your progress.
You'll start by braking 20 times or so to let the unit learn its orientation and the direction of travel. You don't need to have a trailer connected for it to calibrate; the only difference is that the knob won't illuminate at all. If your trailer is connected, the LED light will flash green/blue as it calibrates. When the display turns solid blue, initial calibration is complete.
Once done, the unit will remain calibrated. If recalibration is required, it will happen automatically and without LED indication.
The Trail has almost no mounting restrictions. It comes in 2 pieces: the main unit and the control knob. The main unit mounts out of sight and out of the way. You don't have to worry about dinging your knee on a bulky brake controller or interfering with your vehicle's airbags.
The control knob can be installed in any convenient spot that's easy for you to see and access. This can be a blank switch panel, an open spot on your center console, or wherever there's space on your dashboard. A universal mounting panel is included to ensure a clean, from-the-factory look. Custom-fit panels are available for certain vehicles as well. Before you do any drilling, be sure there's enough clearance behind the dash for the entire knob to install!
Once you've decided where you want to put the control knob, you'll need to find a good place to install the main unit. Your only restriction is the 3' cable connecting the main unit and the control knob. Securely mount the box using screws, double-sided tape, or zip-ties (not included). A mounting kit (RE67FR - sold separately) is also available for the Tow-Pro Trail. Do not attach the module to wiring or cables that can shift as you drive!
Then plug the custom-fit harness right into your vehicle and the brake controller and you're done!
Note: If you don't already have a 7-way plug at the back of your vehicle, take a look at our exclusive 7- and 4-way brake-control installation kit (ETBC7 - sold separately).
A 30-amp circuit breaker kit (331-CBK30-EB - sold separately) may also be required for installation.
Proportional braking means that your trailer brakes mimic your tow vehicle's brakes. If you slam on the brakes in your vehicle, your trailer brakes will activate with the same intensity; if you brake lightly, your trailer brakes lightly too. The trailer's braking is in proportion to your vehicle's braking. This saves wear and tear on the tires and the brakes on both your vehicle and trailer.
The Tow-Pro Trail uses an internal 3-axis accelerometer to sense how your vehicle is braking so it can send the right amount of braking power to your trailer. It measures the inertia of your tow vehicle and activates the trailer's brakes to slow at the same rate. The result is uniform braking across your towing setup. No push-pull action - just smooth, proportional braking every time.
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Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Hi everybody, Andy here with etrailer.com. Let's take a real quick look at this REDARC Tow-Pro Trail proportional brake controller with custom wiring harness. Now this brake controller has been designed to fit your 2020 and newer Jeep Gladiator, your 2018 and newer Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited, then your 2021 and newer Jeep Wrangler 4xe. On custom fit parts such as this brake controller, I do recommend taking advantage of our vehicle fit guide. Input the year, make, and model of your vehicle and our fit guide will confirm if this brake controller will work for you, or if we have something comparable that will work for you. Now this brake controller is going to require minimal dash space in your Jeep and it's very simple to install and operate.
It's gonna give you a factory look and feel. It's gonna look like it always belonged in your Jeep. Now this brake controller is going to activate your trailer brakes in proportion to your Jeep's braking action. It will automatically adjust the trailer's braking based on the deceleration of your Jeep. And this brake controller does have a unique feature that's going to let you respond to any terrain or weather that you meet while on the road.
The User-Controlled Mode is going to give you direct control over your trailer's braking so you can have exactly the level of power output that you need for any situation. So this is gonna be perfect for off-roading or adverse weather conditions. In this mode, the Tow-Pro Trail is going to apply your trailer's brakes with the same preset amount of power each time you activate the brakes in your Jeep. You're gonna set the power low if you're towing through sand or mud so that the trailer doesn't stop with too much force and act as an anchor. And when on a steep descent, you can set the power to a higher level to ensure that the trailer's momentum doesn't cause it to push against your Jeep.
This control knob will mount to your dash or other easy accessible area and it will allow for a quick and easy adjustment. The braking power, which is the turn of the dial, it's also going to provide manual override by just pressing the knob to activate. And it's gonna offer simple diagnostics with bright color LED in the dial itself. And then this main unit is going to install out of sight. So you're not gonna have to worry about banging your knee up against the brake controller underneath your steering wheel when you're climbing into your vehicle.
There's not gonna be any interference with airbags or other vehicle accessories and no hard-to-reach override lever or impossible-to-read screen. This can be mounted in any position, direction, or angle with the included mounting kit that you see here. And there's no complicated wiring. The custom fit harness is going to let you plug in and go. And if you don't already have a 7-way plug in the back of your vehicle, you'll wanna take a look at our exclusive 7 and 4-way brake controller installation kit, and you can find that by just typing in the ETBC7 code into the search field of our website. Again, ETBC7, and that will take you to that kit if you are needing a 7-way at the back of your vehicle. Now when you mount this, wherever you wanna mount this in that out-of-way location, you just wanna make sure that you can make the distance from the brake controller to the knob here with this cable. That's really the only limitation that you're going to have. Now this does meet or exceed both UNECE R21 and the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 201 regulations for sustainability and safety. This brake controller is for trailers up to 3 axles and 6 brake assemblies. It is designed for use with electric or electric over hydraulic trailer brakes, and it does work with your 12 volt and 24 volt vehicle electrical systems. Let me go ahead and give you some measurements of just the brake controller itself so you have a good idea of the size. So looking at the overall length, right at 4 inches. The overall width, about 3-3/8 inches. And then the overall height, about 1-1/8 inches. You are going to receive two different covers here for the switch inserts, so whichever one's gonna work best for you on your dash or console, so you'll have those two options there. Instructions, of course, are also included as well to guide you through the installation and the operation. But I think that's gonna wrap up our real quick look today. I do hope that it was helpful for you. Again, my name is Andy. Thank you for joining me.
Haven't install it yet. I did see it came without installion directions
They always have what I need, makes things simple and easy.
Love it when you get the right parts, at the right price, at the right time.
Package came in well packed and as advertised. Very easy to deal with and seems to be a quality product. Have not used it yet but if performance matches video's watched should be great.
Easy to install and a nice clean look.
Great service, expertise, and installation assistance!
Excellent quality and easy to install
super easy, works great
Components specific to my vehicle made for easy installation. Mice system!
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