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Mounting panel creates a factory look for your Toyota or Mitsubishi's dash when you install the control knob from your Tow-Pro Elite or Liberty brake controller. Drilling template and self-adhesive tape included.
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96% were satisfied with this product
4% of customers were not satisfied
Ratings & Reviews
About a year ago I called etrailer looking for a brake controller for a Lexus LX600. They couldn’t be more helpful. Of all the local places I called, nobody had a clue and couldn’t help me. Then it hit
Me. I recalled my last experience with these guys and they saved me and walked me through the installation. You can’t find that kind of service anywhere these days.
Very nice integration. I will share one piece of useful information I stumbled upon.... access to the back of the central panel on my 2021 Tacoma Off-Road (Manual) was looking like a big job. I found a post that indicated access could be gained by pulling/un-snapping the frame around the information display and removing the four bolts retaining the display. Carefully lift the display out and support it. Reach through the opening and you will be able to reach the back of the panel insert to squeeze and release it. Pictures attached. Please disregard the pollen coating EVERYTHING.
This insert is a perfect fit for my Lightforce fascia and installation of my Redarc Tow Pro Elite in my 2019 Ford Ranger. If you want a clean, professional looking brake controller installation in your new Ranger, this is it.
I bought a new Bronco Sport which does not have a factory brake controller option. I found the next best thing. a Redarc Tow-Pro Elite. I did not want the traditional box hanging under the dash as there is a knee air bag there. This unit can be mounted anywhere and in any position, with just a tiny knob to control it. I put the knob in a blank area in the headlight switch. Looks like it was factory installed! I took it for a test drive and it works perfectly, nice smooth proportional braking.
2017 Toyota Tacoma SR5 dual cab V6 4x4. Installation was simple enough to DIY. The additional purchase of the control knob face plate was a good choice. Excellent customer service and communication from etrailer!
Very happy mounting panel. Looks factory equipment in my 2019 4Runner. Or at least it will when I white out the letters like another reviewer did.
Installs beautifully. Looks like a factory component.
Received package okay and installed it in a couple of hours into 2021 4RUNNER. You can almost get away with not removing any panels as I reached up and replaced plug no problem but I did remove panel by the mat to place the main unit. I also ordered the knock out and used the spot by the inverter and not lower left as some videos showed. Lights up and will test when trailer arrives. Cheers
Looks nice, but did not fit my 2005 Tacoma. It was not listed to fit, I just took a gamble. I just modified my existing blank knock out.
Gwendolyn Y.
5/27/2025
Glad that the gamble paid off, John! Also, thanks for sharing these pics along with the step by step in them. They are really appreciated!
Mounting panel insert for Redarc Tow Pro Elite brake controller installation
This insert is for a 2020 Toyota Tacoma and is pre drilled for the Redarc Tow Pro control knob. Just snap it in place where the blank insert was located, eliminating the need to drill holes in the original insert panel. Makes the job neater, quicker and professional looking. See accompanying photo.
I am very happy with all the products I have received from eTrailer
Ordered for/installed in my 2016 4Runner Trail Premium. Exact fit for the vehicle OEM switch blanks. Fit the RedArc TowPro Elite brake controller perfectly, just need to NOT install the plastic grommet that comes with the Redarc as that’s for use without this custom switch bezel. I used White-Out to paint the recessed lettering. (Glob it on, wipe surface with alcohol to remove excess). No complaints for fit and function. Looks OEM.
I wanted to follow up and thank you for your help! I was able to install the Redarc brake controller with no problem! Thanks for your assistance and recommendations.
One note...There are not a lot of late model Land Cruisers on the road. Toyota only sells about 3-4,000 a year so finding videos and guides for installation is a bit of a challenge. I found some FAQ's on etrailer.com but the information seemed inaccurate or at least not very helpful.
I know the LC comes with a two package and is prewired but it takes some doing to locate it. I remember directions and I found some install help on another site and that helped.
In any event, I appreciate your help. I have attached a photo of the installed Redarc!
Makes a world of a difference worth it.
2022 trd off-road tacoma
Gwendolyn Y.
4/8/2025
It looks like it was meant to be there, Jon! What are you going to be hauling?
Exactly as advertised!! I load the trailer with 5,000 lbs of hardwood logs, set the switch on “9” and can feel the brakes stopping the trailer perfectly. Highly recommend !!
Excellent product to maintain an OEM appearance. Fast and easy installation.
Doesn't fit 2025 Subaru Ascent.
Amy was very kind and helpful with taking care of all my questions and concerns. Looking forward to having my brake controller installed
Perfect fit in our 2020 Toyota 4Runner. Saved me from drilling out an exiting switch blank, so if I were ever to remove the controller to sell the truck it could easily be returned to stock.
Oddly, the trim bezel that comes with the TowPro Elite to go behind the control knob won't fit properly, as the knob can't be depressed when it's in place. No matter, as it's not needed anyway and looks fine without it.
Brian
4/17/2022
Still pleased with how this switch fits and integrates into our 4Runners instrument panel. I wasnt certain that using the far left side blank would prove convenient rather than the partially hidden one to the right of the steering column thats closer to hand, but it has proven to be a good, readily accessible place for the control knob. Also loving the RedArc TP Elite controller. Strongly recommend it. Note that while the application list shows 2009-2012 4Runner for this mounting panel, it fits perfectly in our 2020, and should therefore fit MY2010-2022 models, since they use the same switches and blanks.
I am very careful with anything for my Taco. I had to install a brake controller to tow a double axle trailer with electric brakes. The Redarc Elite was not only easy to install it exceeded my expectations in its operation. Above all the control switch for it looks as good as a factory install. Nice job.
Jimmy C.
6/4/2019
Operates as designed.
Fits the dash okay but is a different shade of black. 2022 Tacoma. Asked by email if the bezel comes with it. Was told no so I bought the kit and a bezel. Find out it DOES come so, $[XX] wasted but wont break me. HAvent had a chance to try the unit out yet.
Robert
3/24/2026
Installed first unit and the light just flashed and th eunit did not work. A second unit was sent to me. Installed it and was able to program it. Woorks grat on my dual axle brakes on one axle trailer.
Does not fit in the 2025 4runner dash mounting knockouts.
Mike L.
4/2/2026
Unfortunately, that panel only fits the 2009 to 2012 4 Runner. For a 2025, you'll want to use # RED48FR which is a fit for the dash knockouts.
Once the proper panel was determined, the panel fit well, no looseness or other problems. Good cosmetic match. We ordered the wrong panel initially and had to wait for the correct part to arrive, which etrailer worked well with us. In the interim, I designed and 3d printed a substitute which served until we could get the permanent part installed after an 8700 mile trip, with 3000 miles of dirt road. The current part has been solid on trips without rattles and is a solid addition to the panel.
Bought this to install the trailer brake controller in my 2017 Highlander. It looks nice, fits in the dash nicely and looks like it belongs there. I do think it's a little pricey for what it is though.
My rating of 4 stars is due to the misleading installation video. I also have a 2020 Pathfinder like the video install shown and it shows the switch plug pops out and the switch and the mounting panel sliding in. In actuality, I had to drop the lower dash to remove the plug, make modifications to the switch panel because the switch housing was too long, and drill and reuse the plug because the panel I purchased did not fit and would not stay in the mounting panel and I couldn’t use it. I am happy with the controller, it works great and my modifications/install looks good. It was just annoying that the install was more complex than the video lead me to believe and I bought a mounting panel that I cannot use.
The mounting panel fits perfectly
Nathan
9/21/2025
This breaking system is very good, it’s been a year now without any problems.
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Albert G.
6/11/2022
Shortly after I wrote this review I used liquid white out to fill in the letters. Looks like it came from the factory.