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Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller - Dash Knob - 2 Braking Modes - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional
Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness for Redarc Tow-Pro Trailer Brake Controllers

Part Numbers: RED44FR,RED87FR

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Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller - Dash Knob - 2 Braking Modes - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional
part number: RED44FR

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.

Features:

  • Brake controller activates trailer brakes in proportion to your vehicle's braking
    • Automatically adjusts trailer's braking based on deceleration of tow vehicle
  • User-controlled mode gives you direct control of your braking
    • Great for off-roading or towing in adverse weather
    • Activates trailer brakes independent of tow vehicle's brakes
  • Dash-mounted knob keeps your vehicle interior looking sleek while giving you easy access to the brake controller
    • Lets you adjust braking power with the turn of a dial
    • Gives you a manual override at your fingertips
    • Offers simple diagnostics with colored LED alerts
  • Main unit mounts out of sight behind the dash in any position, direction, and angle
    • No more banging your knee on a bulky controller
    • No interference with airbags or other vehicle accessories
    • Universal wiring harness (included) or vehicle-specific adapter (sold separately) required for installation
  • Meets or exceeds both UNECE R21 and FMVSS 201 regulations for sustainability and safety
  • Made in Australia


Specs:

  • Application: trailers with up to 3 axles (6 brake assemblies)
    • Compatible with electric or electric-over-hydraulic trailer brakes
    • Works with 12-volt and 24-volt vehicle electrical systems
  • Main unit dimensions: 4" long x 3-3/8" wide x 1-1/8" tall
  • Control knob dimensions: 1-7/8" long (including knob) x 9/16" wide x 3/4" tall
    • Length without knob: 1-1/4"
  • Output voltage range: 9V - 32V
  • Output current rating: 25 amps continuous
  • Maximum charging voltage: 12V DC
  • 2-Year warranty


Tow-Pro Elite Operation

The dash-mounted knob puts control of your trailer's brakes at your fingertips. In addition to offering fast, simple power adjustment and an easily accessible manual override, it has colored LED signals that let you know what the brake controller is doing at a glance.


Redarc Tow Pro Elite Brake Controller Calibration

When you are calibrating the brake controller for the first time, the LED lights will signal your progress. To finish setting up the device, you will need to drive your vehicle in a low-traffic area and brake 20 times or so to let the unit learn its orientation and the direction of travel. If your trailer is connected, the LED light will flash green/blue as it processes the information. If there is no trailer connected, the unit will still calibrate, just without the knob lighting up. The knob will stay blue longer as the calibration process gets closer to being done. When the display turns solid blue, initial calibration is complete. The unit will remain calibrated for the next time that you tow. If recalibration is required, it will happen automatically and without LED indication.


Once the brake controller is activated, you can use the knob to set the maximum amount of power that will be applied to your trailer's brakes. Typically, this power is only readjusted when you experience changing road conditions or if you switch over from a heavy, loaded trailer to a much lighter, empty trailer, or vice versa. To get more power to your brakes, rotate the knob clockwise toward 10. To decrease the power output, rotate it counterclockwise toward 0.


Redarc Tow Pro Elite Braking Output Red Light

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.


The Tow-Pro Elite keeps the manual override within easy reach, great for stopping sway or controlling your trailer's momentum in emergencies. To engage the manual override, just press the control knob. This will activate the trailer's brakes and brake lights without you having to apply the brakes on your tow vehicle, perfect for limiting trailer movement while you're cruising.


User-Controlled Mode

Redarc Tow Pro Elite User Controlled LED Signal

The Redarc Tow-Pro Elite comes with a unique feature that lets you respond to any terrain or weather you meet while on the road. The user-controlled mode gives you direct control over your trailer's braking so you can have exactly the level of power output you need for any situation - perfect for off-roading or adverse weather conditions. In this mode, the Tow-Pro Elite will apply your trailer's brakes with the same preset amount of power each time you activate the brakes in your vehicle. 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. When on a steep descent, set the power to a higher level to ensure that the trailer's momentum doesn't cause it to push against the tow vehicle.


To turn on the user-controlled braking mode, rotate the knob counterclockwise and apply your vehicle's brakes. Push down on the remote 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.


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Simple, Out-of-the-Way Installation

Unlike most proportional controllers on the market, the Tow-Pro Elite has almost no mounting restrictions. It comes in 2 pieces - the main unit and the control knob. Because the only part that you need to be able to access is the control knob, the main unit can be mounted out of sight and out of the way. You don't have to worry about dinging your knee on a bulky brake controller or having something in your cab that can interfere with your vehicle's lower airbags.


Redarc Tow Pro Elite Dash Mounted Remote Knob

The dash-mounted 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 room behind the dash for the entire knob to install, including the part you don't see!


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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' plug-in cable that has to be able to reach between both 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 Elite. Do not zip-tie the box to wiring or cables that can shift as you drive.


A vehicle-specific wiring harness is available for most newer trucks and SUVs. One end of the custom adapter plugs into your vehicle, and the other end will either plug directly into the controller or will splice into the included wiring harness - no need to hardwire to your vehicle. If a custom brake control wiring adapter is not available for your vehicle, you will need a universal wiring harness (RED69FR - sold separately). A 30-amp circuit breaker kit (331-CBK30-EB - sold separately) may also be required for installation.


For assistance in properly wiring the Tow-Pro Elite, please refer to the diagrams below:


Redarc Tow Pro Elite Wiring Diagram

Redarc Tow Pro Elite Wiring Diagram

Installation Accessories

See etrailer.com's exclusive 7- and 4-way brake-control installation kit (ETBC7 - sold separately) if you don't already have a 7-way plug at the back of your vehicle.


Proportional Braking

What is proportional Braking

The Redarc Tow-Pro Elite brake controller comes equipped with proportional braking to give you the best towing experience. 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 Elite 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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Replaces Redarc 331-EBRH-ACCV2

Item # RED44FR

Product Expert Kathleen M

Is this right for you? Product Expert Kathleen M says:

Yes, if you:

  • Tow a trailer through all kinds of weather and terrain, even venturing off-road, and need to have direct control over your trailer's brakes
  • Like the look of your vehicle’s interior and don’t want to ruin it with a clunky brake controller

No, if you:

  • Are intimidated by pulling panels or drilling into your interior to get this installed
  • Want to see your braking status at a glance – this one can be easy to miss
  • Prefer the slide-style manual override to give you more intuitive control


Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness for Redarc Tow-Pro Trailer Brake Controllers
part number: RED87FR

Install your Redarc Tow-Pro electronic brake controller (sold separately) quickly and easily with this custom wiring adapter. Plug one end of the adapter into your Tow-Pro brake controller and plug the other end in beneath your vehicle's dash.

Features:

  • Wiring adapter eases installation of your Redarc Tow-Pro Classic, Elite, or Liberty electric brake controller
  • Custom connector end plugs into the port beneath your vehicle's dash
  • Other end plugs into your Tow-Pro electric brake controller
    • Some wire splicing required for Tow-Pro Classic
  • Made in the USA
  • 2-Year warranty


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Customer Reviews

Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller - Dash Knob - 2 Braking Modes - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional - RED44FR

Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness for Redarc Tow-Pro Trailer Brake Controllers - RED87FR

Average Customer Rating:  4.8 out of 5 stars   (1669 Customer Reviews)

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. Install your Redarc Tow-Pro electronic brake controller (sold separately) quickly and easily with this custom wiring adapter. Plug one end of the adapter into your Tow-Pro brake controller and plug the other end in beneath your vehicle's dash.

by: Mark06/20/2022
2002 Chevrolet Silverado

I saw the great online reviews of this controller and took the plunge. I bought my 2002 Chevy Silverado K1500 extended cab short bed truck new in 2001. It came with the HD Towing package which include a factory plug in trailer brake wiring loom. I took my time over a 2 day period to carefully install and triple check my install. The Chevy and Redarc wiring wiring descriptions made it easy to join the two harnesses. I used HD crimped plug in connectors further protected with shrank tubing. All wiring was bundled with zip ties after encasing in HD harness protective cover. Zip ties held in place behind the removable panel beneath the steering wheel. The control button is installed on the right side of the steering column within easy reach. Nice install. I read that the light would not go on until a trailer was hooking up. I was elated when we picked up our new cargo trailer and the controller knob light lit up upon hitching up. the first mile of travel allowed easy testing of the system and fine tuning came a few miles further down the road. GREAT PRODUCT!



by: Happy Camper Solution for Ford Ranger owner Gary04/07/2022
2020 Ford Ranger

It truly amazes me that Ford touts the towing capacity of my Ranger, yet not one dealership I called could offer a solution for a trailer brake controller to be able to pull my little camper. I finally turned to etrailer since they had helped me meet my towing needs in the past with a different vehicle. etrailer's Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller was a perfect solution! They also supplied a terrific video explaining in great detail how to install it in my truck. I preferred the in-dash location using one of the extra twelve volt ports using the optional round adapter insert and found it to be very convenient after a summer of towing. Highly recommend both Redarc Tow-Pro Elite and etrailer!



by: Ron04/15/2022

Love the self-calibration and hidden controller. Great space saver and works as described. I did find the knob location in your video not very good; I could not see it through the steering wheel when driving. As you can see from the picture it is now visible from the driver's seat and easy to adjust when needed. Also, in this location the only hole I had to drill was 3/16" behind the knob and not visible or damaging. I was able to use the knob bracket that came in the kit and just push it into place, very stable.



by: Hardwick01/08/2023
2000 Chevrolet Silverado

So far it is anazing! I installed it splicing with the gm wiring harness, and put the box under my console, with the knob in one of the accessory port holes using the knob adapter. The controller calibrated quickly, and works great once you get the gain set correctly. The ONLY thing I don't care for is that the unit stays powered up, so the led stay lit while a trailer is hooked up. I guess it doesn't drain battery much, but I don't care for anything draining my battery, no matter how small.



by: David02/04/2024

I installed this on my 2009 Dodge RAM 1500. It replaced the other one I had. This was a challenge to install because of where I had to mount it under the dash. But it was also wired a little different. The former controller had the positive (red) and negative (black) wires reversed from this Redarc controller. When I installed the Redarc the way the other controller was wired the brake lights wouldn't work. Once I got them put right for the Redarc it is working right.



by: Barry11/10/2022

Superb controller and outstanding service from both etrailer and Redarc. I had some questions concerning the controller interfering with the advanced braking/collision avoidance in my Tacoma, as I had read about. I emailed Redarc in Australia and they promptly answered and even scheduled a phone call! I had a good conversation with them and it turns that that issue does not apply to my vehicle. So I give Redarc 5 stars at least for service. The controller itself is easy to install after watching the video. I would definitely buy the vehicle specific wiring to avoiding splicing. The bracket also made it very easy. I just used it on a long drive pulling a travel trailer. Works great. Some trial and error is all that’s needed to adjust the amount of braking.

I installed it in the center console so it would be easy to reach in case of sway. It also looks like it came from the Toyota factory this way. No ugly box hanging below to hit your knee.

Overall absolutely great device.

I highly recommend both the Redarc Elite and etrailer.



by: John 04/17/2024
2019 Ford Ranger

Works very well and easy to install. I put it in my 2019 Ford Ranger and it works very well. I rarely tow so didn't need the model with more involved installation. I just shut off vehicle auto braking and cruise following which I don't ever use anyway.

Factory wiring harness is right up under the dash and this plugged right in easily.



by: James08/28/2022

Easy to install and works great. Love the stealth mounting. I get compliments on just the one knob being visible.



by: Vincent04/19/2024
Nissan Pathfinder

The install was straight forward. Being my second time I was able to install the controller easily and without much complication. I have both a Nissa Pathfinder and Armada, which made the installation easier since both models are similar. The product responds well, still trying to dial in the perfect breaking level.



by: John03/10/2024

I have not used it yet. But i did want to know if i could use it on a small open motorcycle trailer. If i have it on for the lights, will it still effect the braking if i turn the dial to "0" on the dash? Thank you! But I can tell you, very easy to install.



by: Rodney Robinson Jr04/22/2023

Super easy install, save even more time with the plug and play harness. Lean install- only thing you see is the adjustment know- no bulky box in the way.



by: Denise03/29/2021

The Redark trailer brake controller installed easily. In my 2020 Toyota 4Runner. It looks like it came installed from the factory. It’s small and easy to reach when driving. It came with a plastic install panel. This is designed for installing in a hole that you drill in your dash. It will not fit in a knock out space in your dash. There is one that fits the dash perfectly that you can buy from etrailer.
etrailer automatically bundled the Redark trailer brake controller with the correct plug and play wiring harness for my vehicle. It was nice not to have to search for the wire harness. Everything installed perfectly.
I haven’t tested the function of the brake controller yet. I’ll hook up to a trailer this week.
The items arrived in less than a week and the package was in good condition. The order tracking worked great. The tech videos on the etrailer website were really helpful. I’ll purchase from hem again.



by: Gene G03/20/2024

Easy installation and good instructions. I am extremely pleased with this product. It works very well and have had no issues. I am pulling a hard side camper and close to max weight for my truck and this brake controller is spot on. I like the ease of changing the setting on steep hills as needed. A little hard to pick up on the color change in the daylight when braking but a minor shift of vision corrects this issue. I definitely would recommend this controller to anyone else . The salesman was most helpful in getting me set up. If a grade of 10 is the best then I give the company, salesman and this product a 10. Thank you Gene



by: Sharon02/12/2024

Although this product cost me $250 plus another $750 to install which including having to buy an additional part (because not everything that you need comes with it), I'm extremely pleased with it. Proportional braking is the only way to go. In addition, do not buy wireless brake controllers. Why? Something happens with your phone and then what? You have no brakes! In addition, you don't have to play around with the dial. Redarc Tow-Pro automatically calibrates the brake pressure. Both my suv and trailer stop in unison, so much so I don't even feel the trailer as a separate unit. Redarc remembers, so you are not recalibrating every time you hitch up your camper. Highly Recommend.



by: Lance05/19/2021
2017 Nissan Titan

I’m going to be up front and say I have not tested this beside driving around town. The install was very quick, maybe 20 minutes in all initially in my 2017 Nissan Titan SV. I do have some concerns though. After install I had no lights to show calibration was going on. From reading the user manual I guess that can happen. First time hooking up the trailer everything seemed fine and the light was blue as it should. Once I turned my running lights on though it began to blink red showing a fault with the cable. I tested everything to make sure it was getting voltage and the wires were correct. After about an hour I found something between my backup camera on the travel trailer and the brake was causing some sort of issue. I removed the camera, unplugged all the cables from the tow pro elite and hooked it back up. Once plugged back in it showed green and blue lights showing it was calibrating. I drove the trailer around town and our relief route. After about half an hour the light turned solid blue. The control is easy to use and looks very nice. I’m unable to get it to switch to user control mode but the proportional and manual brakes works fine. I will update my review after we take it out on a few trips. As of now it seems like a great product, very clean looking and should do a great job.



by: Nina M02/13/2023
2009 Ford Ranger

Received this order sooner than expected and in rural area! All the parts are in the box which will be installed in a 2020 Ford Ranger for braking a 2009 Casita which is especially important in a hilly area. Have not gotten it installed yet but I plan too! Thank you etrailer.com!



by: ToughMudder02/07/2023
2008 GMC Sierra

Install was a breeze, nice and clean,love the ease of the controller and the many settings if you want them if not set it and forget it perfect for the truck that is not run everyday uses power only when attached to trailer no extra draw on battery. Would definitely buy again great product!



by: 22 Ascent11/06/2022

I liked having the ability to place the controller in an easy to view and use location. The unit works as well as any other controller by other companies that I have used but we’re always hard to see to adjust and bang your knees while getting in or driving. Works well in my Subaru Ascent and when the time comes the old ones in the trucks will be replaced with one of these.



by: KarlS07/06/2022

The Redarc Tow-Pro brake controller has worked flawlessly since I installed it a year ago. I tow a fairly light (2000 pound) pop-up trailer, which can be an adjustment challenge when braking on loose surfaces. I've found it very easy to slightly reduce the setting while on gravel and then return to the correct setting when returning to normal roads.

I purchased the Redarc because I could never get my previous controller to brake smoothly - it would often jerk at low speeds. I think that controller had problems because it was inserted into the 7-pin connector that was held by a metal bracket under my bumper that I suspect vibrated when braking, which confused that controller. Once I switched to the Redarc, which is firmly mounted under the dash, I had no more problems like that.

Finding a location in my Honda Pilot to mount the control module was a challenge - but well worth the effort. I mounted it to a plastic panel that I installed over an unused cavity in the console underneath the radio (see picture). The knob is easy to reach, and is out of the way of my knees.

Mounting the main control box under the dash was made easier because I didn't have to worry about its precise orientation since it will calibrate itself wherever it sits.



by: Mike W.10/01/2022

Installed the Redarc Tow-Pro elite in a 2022 E350 Thor motorhome. Install was straight forward. Mounted behind the brake pedal with an extended aluminum plate. etrailer was incorrect when I was told Redarc does not make a cable for this model. The available correct cable / plug for this model is the TPH-007 which is the same Ford plug that is on 3036-P. I did splice in the cable that came with the kit in order to reach the desired location.
The controller fit well to the right of the steering wheel. Had to drill thru one of the panel clips which really wasn’t needed.



by: Todd08/27/2022

Item works as advertized. Install was a breeze. Wow, trailer brake controllers are so much nicer than they used to be. No more big box at your knees. Just a tiny, inobtrusive knob. Very discreet. Thank you, Gwen, etrailer.com, and RedArc.



by: Darrell 03/28/2024

Best brake controller, I have installed. Requires a little extra time to get it installed. But worth it for the convenience for handy use location. Works great and looks great.



by: Dave 02/13/2024
2004 Ford Excursion

I was wanting to upgrade my trailer brake controller in my 2004 Excursion. I figured after half a million miles it was time! I have been eyeing the Redarc for some time, I finally dropped the hammer on the tow pro since I have been using a trailer off-road. Installation was a breeze,calibration was even easier. The dial fit pretty well in the old backup monitor switch location. Working fantastic thanks



by: Austin C05/19/2022
2015 Porsche Cayenne

This thing is absolutely fantastic. It’s very discreet. I install this in a 2015 Porsche Cayenne diesel. It was installed The discrete hole we drilled in the face of the dash. It’s easy to use, requires very little adjustment while driving. Has a convenient lighting system that changes color when voltage is applied to the trailer brakes. My only complaint is that the unit resets its memory every time I disconnect and reconnect the trailer. It’s a minor irritation but that first 15 or 20 minutes of driving after connecting the trailer again, it does have to go through the initial calibration process to figure out what direction the controller is installed. I believe that this problem is specifically related to the Volkswagen and Porsche vehicles - they “shut off” power to the controller when there is no electrical draw sensed from trailer. I’m sure there is some kind of transistor that I could install that would eliminate this problem. I recommend this unit as far superior to the old school tekonsha and others. The only difference that I will point out is that on the old-school controllers there is a kind of emergency brake slider which you can use to ramp up additional braking power if you need it in a pinch. This device does have that functionality but it is a simple on off. In other words if you find yourself in need of rapid additional braking power you push the control button in. There is no ability to “ramp up” that emergency extra power to the brakes. It adds less extra power than the traditional ones but it is proportional to the # of braking power you have on the dial. I have learned to live with it. For a European car this is sleek, discrete, way sexier than the ugly traditional unit bolted to your dash



by: Tim @ Man_Dog_Overland09/23/2022
2017 Jeep Wrangler

This Redarc Break Controller is a must for off-roading with a Off Grid Trailer. The ability to control the trailer separately and allowing you to hold your tow vehicle while descending hills is worth the investment.


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  • Can Tow Pro Elite Brake Controller Install in 2020 Ram 1500 Warlock
  • To install the Redarc Tow Pro Elite # RED44FR in your 2020 Ram 1500 Classic all you need is the harness part # 331-TPH-020 which plugs in under the dash. The harness will be located underneath the dash and right of the steering column, taped to another harness. There will be a 4-pin connector that mates with the one on the adapter. I attached an install video too that shows where you'll find it as well.
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  • Will Rearc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller Fit 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML63 With Factory Tow Package
  • The Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller # RED44FR will fit your 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML63. As long as you have a 7-way you can use any brake controller. The reason it is listed this way is because there is currently no custom wiring harness for a plug and play installation. You will need to splice this into your existing wiring to install it on the vehicle.
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  • Which Version of Redarc Tow Pro Elite Does etrailer Carry
  • We have the second version of the Redarc Tow Pro Elite # RED44FR as the third version is only for Australian market.
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  • Parts Needed and Instructions for Installing Brake Controller on a 2019 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
  • We have everything you need to get a brake controller installed on your 2019 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. If you don't already have a brake controller I recommend checking out the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite # RED44FR because it takes up little to no room in your dash area and it has both proportional and user-control braking options which give you the best performance whether you're towing on the highway or going off-road. The parts you'll need to get this installed depend on if you have the factory
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  • Best Brake Controller for 2019 Ford E-450
  • The brake controller I recommend as the best for your 2020 Ford E-450 chassis is the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller part # RED44FR. This controller is very similar in design to the factory brake controller Ford would have installed in your truck but it does perform much better. There is a control box that gets installed under the dash, out of sight and then a control knob that gets mounted on your dash wherever you prefer. The correct plug-in harness you will need is the
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  • Where to Install Control Knob of Redarc RED44FR Brake Controller in 2019 Honda Ridgeline
  • Other than the fact that the knob for the Redarc Tow Pro Elite # RED44FR needs to be within the easy reach of the driver, the control knob can be installed wherever you wish. Typically, there are blank knockouts in the dash of most vehicles where you can carefully drill a hole as shown in the diagram I've provided. You could also simply drill through the dash in any location and use a mounting panel like # 331-TPSI-001 to dress up the install. I've linked to a product description video
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  • Can Brake Controller Power Be Routed Through a Battery Isolation Solenoid
  • As a safety feature, brake controllers should be powered by a constant 12-volt supply via a direct connection to the vehicle's battery. This is purposely done so there's no chance of the user forgetting to turn on the controller before towing. Theoretically, you could install a solenoid as you mentioned, but I wouldn't recommend doing so as it would add an additional failure point that is honestly not necessary. Brake controllers will go into a 'sleep mode' after 10-20 minutes of inactivity.
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  • Brake Controller and Weight Distribution for 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and 3.5K Trailer
  • Thank you for all of the details! It really helps to narrow down what is best for your application! For a brake controller I really like recommending the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite # RED44FR for a few reasons; you can install it virtually anywhere since you only need access to the 3/4" diameter control knob, it uses color coding to communicate the different settings so you don't have to try to read anything, and then it features 2 different modes (proportional and user-control) so that you
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  • Parts Needed to Install Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller on a 2022 Subaru Ascent
  • To install the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller # RED44FR to the tow package on your 2022 Subaru Ascent you'll need to splice in the included pigtail to the factory wiring under your dash.
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  • Recommended Brake Controller for a 2022 Ford Ranger w/ 7-Way Connector
  • Yes, you can install the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite item # RED44FR in your 2022 Ford Ranger. The 2022 Ranger did not come with a port to plug into. However, the universal wiring harness that is included with the Tow-Pro will allow you to splice into your Ranger's wiring harness to complete your installation. This is a proportional brake controller that will engage your trailer's brakes when your Ranger decelerates. It activates immediately and is not time delayed. The Tow-Pro Elite has a
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  • Mounting a Redarc Tow-Pro Elite to a 2014 Jeep Cherokee
  • The Redarc # RED44FR can definitely work with a 2014 Jeep Cherokee KL. That being said, we have not any installs on this vehicle as of yet, so we do not have a video to assist. I can, however, offer some guidance. I tend to drive with my left hand on the wheel with my right hand free to whatever it needs to do, so I would end up mounting the dial below and to the right of the Start/Stop button. This would provide free and clear access if needed without having to change hands on the wheel. If
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  • Does Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller Have to Draw Power from Battery
  • When powering a brake controller like the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller # RED44FR you have to power it directly from the vehicle battery. Mainly because it would prevent the controller from shorting out any of your vehicle's power circuit in the event of a short, but also because none of the aux power sources are going to be rated high enough for the amperage load of a brake controller. I attached a help article on installing brake controllers plus a diagram for you to
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  • How To Install Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller2020 Jeep Wrangler
  • There are two methods for installing the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller part # RED44FR on a 2020 Jeep Wrangler. If it has the factory tow package and there is a brake controller port under the dash then you'll need the Tekonsha Custom Wiring Adapter part # 3073-P and Redarc Tow-Pro Wiring Adapter part # 331-TPH-017. If you don't have the factory tow package then you'll have to hardwire the controller. I cannot speak specifically for another trailer wiring harness product
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  • Plug & Play Wiring Harness For Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller in 2021 Toyota Tacoma
  • So the only difference is actually the part number for the plug and play wiring harness for your 2021 Toyota Tacoma to go with the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller # RED44FR. The TPH-015 is the correct plug and play harness for your '21 Tacoma, and we simply have it listed as our own part number, which is the one you mentioned: - Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness for Redarc Tow-Pro Trailer Brake Controllers # RED99FR I also wanted to add, just in case you don't have the
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  • Brake Controller that Works with Emergency Braking of 2019 Ford Ranger
  • I have a similar brake controller solution that does work with the emergency braking system of your 2019 Ford Ranger with the P2 part # 90885 and the diode kit part # 7865 but Redarc doesn't have a diode kit yet to allow the Tow Pro Elite part # RED44FR to work. This controller will work a lot better than any OEM controller for sure.
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  • Redarc Tow Pro Elite Brake Controller Recommendation for 2019 Toyota Tacoma
  • To install the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite part # 331-EBRH-ACCV2 in your 2018 Toyota Tacoma only requires the correct install harness # 3031-S. This connector attaches directly to the connector you have under the dash of your 2019 Toyota and the other end wires to the brake controllers wiring with butt connectors. The colors all match between the two harnesses. The smallest mount plate we have for this controller is 1-1/4" tall x 7/8" wide and is part # 331-TPSI-002.
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  • Where to Mount the Tow-Pro Elite # RED44FR on a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  • The great thing about the Tow-Pro Elite # RED44FR is it's versatility when it comes to choosing a location to install the control knob. Since the control knob is smaller and the box that it connects to learns the direction of travel as you drive you can virtually mount it anywhere. If you check out the attached picture and installation video you can see that we mounted it in the center console for one application. If you would like a clean looking installation you can use the mounting
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  • Recommended Brake Controller for 2007 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer
  • For a quality brake controller on your 2007 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer I recommend the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller # RED44FR. The main unit of this proportional brake controller installs out of sight and the control knob mounts in the dash. The control knob allows you to adjust the braking power and acts as the manual override. It also uses a colored LED for simple diagnostics. This brake controller uses a 3-Axis accelerometer which measures deceleration in all directions
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  • Is Redarc Tow Pro Elite # RED44FR Compatible With Electronic Sway Control Systems?
  • Yes, the Redarc Tow Pro Elite # RED44FR you were looking at will work just fine with electronic sway control such as the Tuson Asymmetric Sway Control # 335TSC-1000 so you will not need to worry about any issues. To install the # RED44FR in your 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited with the factory tow package you will just need the Wiring Kit # 5506 to wire the trailer brake controller to your Jeep. This kit includes the connectors, wire, and circuit breakers needed to get the controller functioning.
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  • Which Way Does Redarc Tow Pro Brake Controller Knob Turn to Increase Gain
  • The knob of the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller # RED44FR increases the gain or level setting as you turn the knob clockwise. I attached a picture that shows this. To install this in your 2006 Chevy Avalanche only requires the install harness part # 3015-S. This plugs into the junction box under the dash of your truck and then wires by color to the wiring of the Tow-Pro.
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  • Install Harness for Redarc Tow Pro Elite in 2020 Ford F-150
  • Yes the install harness part # RED87FR that you referenced is the correct install harness for the Redarc Tow Pro Elite # RED44FR in your 2020 Ford F-150.
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  • Brake Controller Recommendation For 2021 Ford Explorer With Factory 7-Way
  • We can get your 2021 Ford Explorer with a factory 7-way set up with a brake controller, and since you have that 7-way already, you'll only need the correct wiring harness and the installation will be an easy plug-and-play for you. The brake controller I highly recommend is the Redarc Liberty for the most hidden look and easiest to use with its simple adjustment knob. The correct parts are the following: - Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Trailer Brake Controller # RED24FR - Plug-and-Play Wiring
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  • Best Brake Controller for a 2018 Land Rover Range Rover
  • The Redarc Tow-Pro Classic Trailer Brake Controller part # 331-EBRHV2 is the best brake controller option for a 2018 Land Rover Range Rover with the factory tow package because it has both user and proportional controlled modes as well as a factory-like install look. It will offer splice free installation when used with the Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness for Redarc Tow-Pro Trailer Brake Controllers # RED87FR
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  • Recommended Plug in Play Wiring Harness for the Tow Pro Liberty On a 2019 Coachman Pursuit
  • If your 2019 Coachman Pursuit is built on the 2019 Ford F-53 chassis with the factory tow package then yes, the Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness for Redarc Tow-Pro Trailer Brake Controllers # RED87FR will work great.
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  • Plug-In Brake Controller For 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport w/ Factory Tow Package
  • There is one option for a plug-in brake controller option for your 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport with the factory tow package. The adapter for the brake controller will be under the dash, and you'll have to remove the lower dash panel and look behind the brake pedal. It is tucked up in there pretty good, so you'll need a small flashlight to find it, but it will be there. Then, what you'll need is a brake controller from Redarc, along with the plug-in harness, and I confirmed this
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  • Redarc Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness TPH-006 Availability
  • Yes, the TPH-006 wiring harness is the same as the Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness # RED87FR we have on our site.
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  • Correct Wiring Harness To Install Redarc Tow-Pro Elite RED44FR In 2002 Ford F-350
  • The Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness # RED87FR you were looking at is the correct adapter to install the Redarc Tow Pro Elite # RED44FR in your 2002 Ford F-350. I included a video of the # RED87FR for you to take a look at.
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