1997 Toyota RAV4 Brake Controller

Name: Curt Spectrum Trailer Brake Controller - Dash Mounted Knob - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
Brand: CURT
SKU: C51170
Price: 239.95 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.6813922356091 (747 reviews)

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CURT Trailer Brake Controller with Adapter - 1997 Toyota RAV4
without factory Tow Package

Curt Spectrum Trailer Brake Controller - Dash Mounted Knob - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional

747 reviews

Code: C51170-C51515

Retail:$330.86

Our Price: $248.85

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Curt Spectrum Trailer Brake Controller - Dash Mounted Knob - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional

Trailer Brake Controller Specs:

Proportional Controller
Electric
Electric over Hydraulic
Up to 360 Degrees
Automatic Leveling
Dash-Mounted Knob
Up to 4 Axles
Hidden
Indicator Lights

Universal
Plugs into Brake Controller

Features:

Mount the control knob of this proportional brake controller on your dash for a from-the-factory look, and install the main unit out of sight behind the dash in any position or angle. Adhesive backing gives you the option of a drill-free install.

Installation Notes:

You need item ETBC7 ($129.58) to install your controller.

You may also need a 4-Flat connector to complete your wiring.

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Redarc Trailer Brake Controller - 1997 Toyota RAV4
without factory Tow Package

Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller - Dash Knob - 2 Braking Modes - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional

1516 reviews

Code: RED44FR

Retail:$275.00

Our Price: $250.00

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Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller - Dash Knob - 2 Braking Modes - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional

Trailer Brake Controller Specs:

Proportional Controller
Electric
Electric over Hydraulic
Automatic Leveling
Dash-Mounted Knob
Up to 3 Axles
Hidden
Indicator Lights

Features:

Mount the control knob of this proportional brake controller on your dash for a factory look, and install the main unit out of sight. The Elite's unique user-controlled mode gives you direct control of your braking for any weather or terrain.

Installation Notes:

You need item ETBC7 ($129.58) to install your controller.

You may also need a 4-Flat connector to complete your wiring.

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Brake Compatibility
Electric (2)
Electric over Hydraulic (2)

Braking Mode
Proportional Controller (2)
Time Delayed Controller

Towing Capacity
Up to 2 Axles
Up to 3 Axles (1)
Up to 4 Axles (1)

Brand
Autowbrake
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Hayes
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Tuson RV Brakes

Type of Display
Color Display
Indicator Lights (2)
LCD Display
LED Display
OLED Display
Smartphone Display

Box Mounting Location
Dash Mount
Hidden (2)
Trailer Mount

User Control Method
Dash-Mounted Knob
Remote Control (1)
Under-Dash Box (7)

Unit Leveling
Automatic Leveling (2)
Manual Leveling

Mounting Angle
Up to 125 Degrees
Up to 360 Degrees (1)

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1997 Toyota RAV4 Brake Controller

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