Is this right for you? Product Expert Kristina F says:
Yes, if you:
Easy DIY install requires no drilling or splicing into wires - just plug it in and go
Good price point for quality, first-of-its-kind brake controller
Curt is an industry leader of towing products
No, if you:
Can't be locked down, so you'll have to remove it every time you're done towing
Potential for connectivity issues if there's a distance of 50' or more between the phone and controller
Adapter kit sold separately and required if your vehicle doesn't have a 7-way connection
Bluetooth-enabled brake controller wirelessly connects to your smartphone, turning your phone into a brake control interface. The compact unit plugs in line with your 7-way trailer connector - no complicated install and no bulky cab-mounted unit. Lowest Prices for the best trailer brake controller from Curt. Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 2 Axles - Proportional part number C51180 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 800-298-8924 for expert service.
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Curt Trailer Brake Controller
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Curt
Proportional Controller
Smartphone
Up to 2 Axles
Hidden
Trailer Mount
Bluetooth-enabled brake controller wirelessly connects to your smartphone, turning your phone into a brake control interface. The compact unit plugs in line with your 7-way trailer connector - no complicated install and no bulky cab-mounted unit.
Features:
Brake controller activates trailer brakes in proportion to your vehicle's braking action
Automatically adjusts trailer's braking based on deceleration of tow vehicle
Activates immediately - no pausing like with time-delayed brake controllers
Wireless system connects directly to your smart device for operation
Operate brake controller from cab of vehicle using your smartphone
Fast, plug-and-play installation makes setup a breeze - no tools required
Plug unit in between your 7-way trailer connection
Avoid complicated wiring and bulky control units in your vehicle
Intuitive, user-friendly app lets you connect, monitor, and control all of your trailer braking activity
Adjust braking power and aggressiveness
Receive error notifications if trailer is overloaded or becomes disconnected during travel
Customize and switch between vehicle-trailer profiles
Activate manual override with a single touch
Easy to transfer between vehicles - great for fleets of trucks and trailers
Create up to 5 vehicle-trailer profiles in the Echo Smart Control app
Triple-axis accelerometer is highly responsive to ensure smooth, uniform stopping action
LED indicator light on body of controller allows for troubleshooting
Compatible with ABS brakes, cruise control, low-voltage wiring, and pulse width modulation (PWM) systems
Built-in reverse polarity and short circuit protection
Plug-in unit, instructions, and quick reference guide included
Bluetooth PIN for initial pairing to your smart device located in quick reference guide
Assembled in the USA
Specs:
Application: trailers with up to 2 axles (4 brake assemblies)
Designed for use with electric or electric-over-hydraulic trailer brakes
Plug-in unit length: 6-5/8"
Smart device OS requirements:
Apple: 8.0 or newer
Android: 4.4 and newer
Limited lifetime warranty
Welcome to an entirely new towing experience. The Curt Echo brake controller puts you in control of your trailer's braking with mobile, Bluetooth operation. The portable unit installs in seconds and allows you to make braking adjustments straight from your smartphone. Easily transfer the Echo between vehicles and store it when it's not in use.
Simple, Fast Setup
With no wiring, modules, or knobs to install, setting up the Curt Echo is a breeze. Just download the Echo Smart Control app on your Apple or Android smart device and follow the in-app instructions. The brake control unit plugs into the 7-way at the rear of your vehicle and provides a port for plugging in your 7-way trailer connector. When all the connections are made, wirelessly pair the unit to your phone via Bluetooth. Once the unit is paired, configure your desired trailer brake settings in the user-friendly app.
See etrailer.com's exclusive 7-way upgrade kit for brake controller installation (ETBC7L - sold separately) if you don't already have a 7-way plug at the back of your vehicle.
Echo Smart Control App
The Echo Smart Control app is free to download and use. Scan the QR code included with the Curt Echo or search Echo Smart Control in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
The custom-designed app allows you to control brake settings, calibrate output, and monitor all braking activity with the touch of a finger. If ever there is a time that you need to brake your trailer separately from your tow vehicle - when traveling down a steep incline, for example - the manual override function is easily accessible in the app. Press and hold the large orange circle to manually activate your trailer brakes.
The app will also alert you in the event that your trailer is overloaded or becomes disconnected during travel. Should your smart device ever lose connection, the Echo will default to the settings of the last profile used. So even if your phone battery dies, you can still count on getting proportional trailer braking as long as the unit is in use.
There's no need to worry about missing a call or running multiple apps either. The Echo Smart Control app will continue running in the background if you get a call or switch between apps, and it will not interfere with your vehicle's hands-free multimedia system.
Create Multiple Vehicle-Trailer Profiles
The app has the ability to sync up to 5 Echo devices, and the memory function allows you to save unlimited vehicle-trailer profiles. This makes it easy to transfer the Echo between towing setups. This convenience, along with the plug-and-play design, makes the Echo perfect for either occasional towing or commercial fleets.
Weatherproof Construction
Because the Echo is made to be outside the vehicle, it's engineered for maximum weather resistance. The unit is filled with an epoxy resin that seals off the internal components from moisture and the elements, ensuring long-lasting operation despite rain, snow, dirt, mud, and more. The Echo also has a soft locking tab for connecting to your 7-way RV-style plug. This tab helps to reduce vibration and improve connectivity.
LED Status Indicator
A single LED on the body of the Echo shows the status of the brake control unit so that you can easily troubleshoot any problems that may arise.
Proportional Braking
With a proportional brake controller, you can get heavy-duty emergency braking, general braking or slow-to-an-idle braking for your trailer automatically. The intensity with which your trailer brakes are activated and the rate at which they are applied are dependent on the deceleration of your tow vehicle. This means that, unlike time-delay controllers - which send the same amount of preset power to your trailer brakes every time - proportional controllers are able to adapt to every braking situation differently. So, if you slam on the brakes in your truck, your trailer brakes will activate with that same extreme intensity. And if you merely slow down as you approach a red light, your trailer will gradually brake in the same manner.
Once the Echo is installed, it will sense - via an internal 3-axis accelerometer - how your tow vehicle brakes. This inertia-based sensor responds to the deceleration of your tow vehicle as you brake by signaling the controller to send out enough power to your trailer brakes so that they are activated with an intensity that matches. The result is uniform braking across your towing setup. No push-pull action - just smooth, proportional braking every time.
51180 Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Control - Smart Phone Bluetooth Connection - 1 to 2 Axles - Proportional
Average Customer Rating: 4.6 out of 5 stars (259 Customer Reviews)
Bluetooth-enabled brake controller wirelessly connects to your smartphone, turning your phone into a brake control interface. The compact unit plugs in line with your 7-way trailer connector - no complicated install and no bulky cab-mounted unit.
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by: Little Dump Trailer06/11/2019
Dodge Ram Pickup
PROS: In my Tacoma there is really not a good place to mount a controller that is easy to see. Since this product uses my iPhone I can (using a ram mount) put it anywhere I want. Best visibility of any brake controller I have ever used. Button for applying trailer breaks manually works much better than I expected. Very easy to set up.
CONS: 1. Minor gripe, since this unit rides outside your truck it needs to be tough, the plastic that it is made of seems like it would not survive much in the way of impact. 2. The unit does not fit snuggly in my standard Tacoma 7-pin receptacle. Added a single layer of duct tape around the circumference to resolve.
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Use it once or twice a month on average. Seems to be holding up just fine.
Little D - 06/20/2020
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by: Jonathan06/14/2019
2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
So far this works. It works and the app does not need to be on as some seem to think. I set up my phone so the app stays active in case I need to use the manual stop. The set up easy and the app is easy to use. Tweeting and adjusting was a breeze as I did it with only 4-5 slow and fast stops. I plan to put 1500 miles on it over the next 3 weeks so if things change I will update.
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It still works
Jonathan - 06/15/2020
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by: Tom M.06/08/2019
2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty
Only used the controller for a 1/2 hour trip so far. It worked as advertised.
Had a little difficulty syncing up with the app. Did not try taking an incoming call yet will driving with controller on . App. says you can, we'll see!
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Great! No problems at all. Dont have to worry about my brakes working on the fifth wheel. App does not interfere with other important phone operations while traveling.
Tom M - 06/09/2020
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by: Bill05/28/2019
Almost EXCELLENT, small problem; won's stay inserted into the 7way socket. I've emailed etrailer and asked if this is a common problem, I'm sure they'll either have a solution or I'll come up with a strap of some sort. Fortunately ours is a 5th wheel and the connector is in the bed. If it was off the bumper it'd be a bigger problem for sure!! But he controller works great, easy to set up and I don't think I'll hit my leg on it.
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Perfect after a year, very pleased with purchase!
Bill - 06/02/2020
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by: David02/21/2019
2018 Jeep Cherokee
I have not used it as of now. It is exactly what I wanted and works with My Jeep Cherokee that no one could tell me where to get brake signal to install a normal brake controller. This is a great option because I had the dealer install the a 7wire connection from Jeep and hitch but they know how to install a brake controller. Also there is nothing in the cab or holes drilled in the dash. Just all you need is a smart phone. Great concept and item to used on any vehicle even the new ones with all the things that controlled by the computer on vehicle and has to be reprogrammed by the dealer at a high cost. Will post later when I have used it and will let you know how it works.
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This is working great. Used going from Mississippi to Grand Canyon and back. Great for those vechile a that are hard to connect brake controller to and Dodge vechile said that dealers charge to program computer so permanent controller will work.
David - 02/22/2020
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by: Earl02/03/2019
2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Just returned from a road trip using my new brake controller and everything worked as advertised. Connection with bluetooth was seamless and the app worked great, all connected with my travel trailer with no problems. Very pleased with the product.
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It’s been a year and my controller is working Great, now that I’m retired I’m using my trailer more and I’m very pleased with the ease of use and flexibility this brake controller provides.
Earl - 02/04/2020
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by: Rick S09/15/2019
Another great product from Curt and eTrailer! I was looking for a trailer brake setup that I could use on different trailers. The Curt product and eTrailer video helped me select this product. It's easy to set up and use, and works great with my tandem car hauler trailer!
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by: Lon09/19/2019
This unit draws power from my travel trailer so will only work when hooked up to it.
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by: Chuck08/19/2019
Wasn’t a great fit for my application because my 7-pin socket on the car angles down at 45 degrees and after the brake controller is installed and the trailer pigtail plugged in the cable hangs down pretty far. It hangs lower than the safety chains. It could be an issue. Otherwise, the controller paired right up and seems to work fine.
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by: Norm10/14/2019
2019 Dodge Durango
This is a great brake controller. The only issue I had was that the instructions state that you need your car engine running and it would connect via Bluetooth to the controller.. However, in my case, and it just may be my car model and make, the controller only connected "after" the trailer was connected to the plug.. But no biggie, it worked great and easy to set up...
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by: John12/05/2018
2018 Chevrolet Silverado
Product works completely as described. Easy to add a controller to ANY vehicle that has a 7 point trailer plug like my 2018 Chevy Silverado (no factory brake controller but has a prewired 7 and 4 point trailer plug) or my 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Trailer is a 2 axle CargoMate. App was a bit hard to find on the AppStore (iphone). Search "Echo" not Curt then it comes up. Set up is quick and easy to modify if necessary with load changes. App does not need to be normally running if you don't need to apply brakes manually. But if you do need to apply brakes, the response is surprisingly fast through the Bluetooth communication. No delay whatsoever. It doesn't interfere with other apps running either. I like to use navigation and stream music from my iphone 8. Only real issue I have with the product is that its not lockable. Very easy for someone who knows what they are looking for to just unplug and run. I parked overnight at a hotel and didn't realize it until the next day. Got lucky that it didn't get stolen, but now I'm aware and take it off when done towing.
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Been a year and 1000s of miles of towing ... still working great!
John - 12/06/2019
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by: Keith08/02/2019
I had to try a couple times to load the app on my phone. When the app loaded, setup was super easy and so far works great! Best part is no wiring or drilling. Very happy!
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by: Dale02/16/2019
2014 Audi Q5
After a lot of research I purchased the Curt Echo Trailer Brake. I was looking for a trailer brake controller with a non-permanent installation, one that I could take out of the vehicle when I wasn’t using it. I was a little anxious because I have a European SUV and have read all the stories of the complications that can come with wireless/Bluetooth connections to the controller. After looking around for the best price I found that etrailer.com was competitive, and ultimately I went with them because of their reputation for service. I was not disappointed. My parts arrived sooner than expected and installation was a breeze. The Echo installed without any issues in a matter of minutes and works perfectly with my Audi Q5. And, no permanent fixture screwed into the dash of my SUV. Thanks etrailer.
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by: Michael12/18/2018
2018 Ram 1500
Item looks like it will last awhile. Nice quality, easy to download app and enable bluetooth. Great idea. saves all the hardwiring of a brake controller..Glad I found this
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by: David06/08/2019
2000 Toyota Camry
Easy to set up and use, even for me who had never used trailer brakes before. Hauled my 10k trailer from Ohio to Idaho and it worked like a champ through the mountains and plains alike. I'm quite happy with it, had no connection issues, could hook up to my headset at the same time even though I have a pretty cheap phone. The app design leaves a bit to be desired, but is simple enough.
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by: Dexter12/19/2018
2011 Kia Sorento
I'm using this with my new trailer, and it works well. I highly recommend it to people who don't want to install a brake controller in the cabin and/or are hauling their trailer with multiple cars.
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by: Jacobus06/04/2019
2013 Cadillac Escalade
worked perfect the very first time, very easy to set up
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by: Jeff D.12/19/2018
2017 Toyota Echo
I purchased the Curt Echo controller to pull a rented 26' travel trailer behind a factory tow-capable vehicle that head everything except a brake controller. As an zero-experience tower with infrequent towing plans; I didn't want to deal with the install of a typical controller. I also didn't like the non-integrated cosmetics of traditional after-market controllers.
The Echo was extremely simple to setup and the braking experience towing the trailer was uneventful. Exactly what I wanted. The vehicle braked well and was only aware of the extra integration due to the live feedback on the Echo app showing application of the breaks in real-time.
For my situation - this solution makes traditional controllers and wiring look obsolete.
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by: Eli P04/01/2019
2016 Mazda CX-5
Everything arrived as expected and in good working order. Thank you for the great customer service and use of tools like shipping tracking as well as the posted installation videos — very useful.
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by: mike03/17/2019
I just tried this out today I was amazed as to how easy it was to download the app and to set it up I am glad i decided to go this route as I have 2 vehicles that I want to use to tow my trailer I wound up staying with the default settings as it worked best that way
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by: Angelo12/21/2018
2010 Dodge Ram Pickup
Amazing product. I've fixed the device in my v_nose trailer as I live where lots of dirt and snow could damage it. I use it with a 2010 dodge ram and a Mercedes ml350- had to get the LED converter attachement, but everything works great. The app is simple, but the unit can work without it. Can't find anything bad to say!
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by: Jason07/11/2019
Be cautious of this unit. It works but has a lag in braking apply and release.
Also be aware that the blue ring may not always show your braking force, which makes you question if it is even working.
For a blue tooth unit, with no wiring, it works as expected.
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by: James12/19/2018
2003 Dodge Ram Pickup
I'm very pleased with this product. After the figuring out phase and getting the brakes adjusted the way i wanted, it worked great! To get it to connect to the phone was an issue until we figured out the pin is on a sticker under the cover of the controller
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by: John A06/10/2019
Toyota Echo
I was pleasantly amazed at how simple the Curt Echo trailer brake controller was to install and use with my camper. Instead of spending a minimum of 8 hours and finding all the necessary accessories for a typical hard wired controller, I just plugged it , synched it and was done. It worked flawlessly on the first trip and I could not have been more pleased. Also, the vehicle I plugged into was not factory wired for towing lights but the Echo still worked without a problem.
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by: Sean A07/10/2019
This product has worked very well. I don't have a lot of experience with other brake controllers, but this little guy makes it very easy. There is NO wire installation. I just plug it in to my 7-pin connector then plug my trailer in to this. I connect my phone to it, and we're good to go. It very easy to adjust the settings when I need to. My phone can still connect to the car bluetooth at the same time. I have had nothing but a positive experience with this product.
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That's a good question, and what happened was that when the 2020 Jeep Gladiator first came out, there was a brake controller harness manufactured by Curt that was thought to work with the Gladiator, but it turned out not to be the case. The leading manufacturer, Tekonsha, took their time and made a brake controller harness that has proven to work for a 2020 Jeep Gladiator with the factory tow package, the Tekonsha Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Jeep # 3073-P. These... view full answer...
After the Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller # C51180 is installed and paired to your phone it will continue to function as a proportional brake controller whether or not your phone is on. If your phone happens to die mid-trip, the brake controller will continue to operate without issue with the most recent settings applied.
The only thing you will lose in this scenario is the manual override function, which is operated by touching the big red dot on the phone screen. This may be needed... view full answer...
There are brake controllers with a wiring harness for a 2020 Jeep Gladiator with the factory tow package, with each of the brake controllers using the Tekonsha Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Jeep # 3073-P.
- Entry-Level: Draw-Tite I-Command Trailer Brake Controller # 5535
- Good: Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller # TK90160 (Basic LCD display, 0 to 90 degree vertical mounting)
- Better: Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller # 90885 (Good LCD display,... view full answer...
I have a super easy brake controller solution for your 2017 Ford Explorer with the Curt Echo brake controller part # C51180 which plugs into an active 7-way and once synced to a smartphone is ready to tow.
For an easy to install 7-way kit all you need then is the part # C56306 which plugs into the square trailer wiring connector at the rear of your vehicle. I attached an install video for this that shows it installed on a 2017 Explorer just like yours.
Other installs will require... view full answer...
To use the Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller # C51180 your vehicle only needs 12 volt, ground, and turn signals connected to its 7-way socket. What this means is you do not need the brake signal from the 7-way.
For example, if you used a 4-to-7 way adapter such as # 30717, there will not be an output wire from the Echo to connect to, so you could simply tie that wire off, as you can see by the accompanying diagram.
Apart from that the only other thing required is that your... view full answer...
In certain cases, some vehicles like your 2019 Volkswagen Atlas do not send a full 12 volts to the trailer connector which then creates an issue for the Curt Echo Mobile Trailer Brake Controller part # C51180. We have not yet had a chance to test this yet therefore, if you want to be sure it will work before you order you can probe the 12 volt power pin in the 1 o'clock position on the 7-way trailer connector to make sure there is a full 12 volts of power, if there is you will be good to... view full answer...
You are most of the way there!
The Curt Echo Mobile Trailer Brake Controller # C51180 that you purchased for your 2006 BMW X5 just needs the basic trailer lighting functions and 12V power to be fully operational.
A 4-Way Flat connector like the popular Tekonsha ZCI # 119250KIT provides the basic trailer lighting functions so once that is installed you simply need to install the 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit # ETBC7L. This includes the 4-Way to 4-Way/7-Way adapter as well as wiring for you... view full answer...
If you purchased a 4-Way/7-Way Hopkins adapter like part # 37185 so that you can use the Curt Echo Mobile Trailer Brake Controller # C51180 then you are correct about only needing to connect the 12V power wire for the brake controller (in addition to connecting the typical trailer light circuits and ground). The reverse light wiring is optional and is really only needed if your trailer has a separate circuit for the reverse lights.
We actually created the kit # ETBC7L for people who... view full answer...
I have the perfect brake controller solution for you with the Curt Echo Mobile brake controller part # C51180. This controller requires zero wiring and also does not attach to the dash so you wouldn't have to modify your vehicle interior in any way either. This basically just plugs into an active 7-way trailer connector like you have at the rear of your 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee and once it's synced to a smart phone you are ready to tow.
I attached a review video for this controller... view full answer...
So each 2019 Ford F-150 is going to have either a 7-way or 4-way connector; the 7-way would be obvious and you'd know if you had that, which means you are going to have the 4-way. It will be there, possibly hidden, so if you cannot find it you are going to want to check behind the rear axle on the driver side frame rail, and you should see the plug there.
Once you find it you will be able to use the Curt Echo Brake Controller # C51180 on your F-150 by installing the 7-Way RV Upgrade... view full answer...
The Prodigy P3 Brake Controller part # 90195 needs to be wired to the cold side of the brake light switch which is normally located near the brake pedal. You would need to test the wires at the brake pedal for the wire that only shows power when the brakes are applied using a circuit tester like part # PTW2992. That is the wire that you would attach the red wire from coming from the brake controller. I have attached a diagram that shows how to wire the 7-way plug and brake controller into... view full answer...
We have an easy way to install the Curt Spectrum in your 2020 Jeep Gladiator but the install harness you mentioned was designed for the Ram trucks and would not fit your Gladiator. So the harness you would want is the part # 3073-P which the gray end will plug into the factory connector on your Jeep and once you cut off the black connector will wire color for color to the wiring of the Spectrum # C51170. At this time (April 2020) there isn't a harness from Curt that fits your Gladiator. view full answer...
Trailer brake controllers are universal parts and will fit any vehicle, including a 2019 Toyota Highlander. As for your first question, the issue with installing some brake controllers on some Toyota's is disconnecting the brake light switch can set off a code in the computer that limits the vehicle's motion. That is not a concern with the Echo because it will mount directly in your Highlander's 7-way.
The Curt Echo Brake Controller # C51180 does not need the brake wire, it only needs... view full answer...
If a simple install and operation is what you're looking for, look no further than the Curt Echo Mobile Trailer Brake Controller # C51180. Since you have the tow package on your 2020 Jeep Wrangler, the Echo brake controller unit plugs directly into your 7-way trailer connection with no wiring required to your trailer either. You can accomplish all your brake controller functions through an app you download on your phone. Simple.
For a hitch, the etrailer.com Trailer Hitch Receiver #... view full answer...
The Curt Echo Brake Controller part # C51180 is a great choice because of its convenient and simple installation. The 7-way connector that you mention part # A10-7084VP pugs into the 4-way connector you purchased part # C56217. The white wire from the 7-way plug needs to be grounded to a clean bare metal surface on the vehicle's frame.
You are correct, the black wire from the 7-way connector needs to be extended from the plug into the engine cavity and to a 40 amp circuit part # 9510... view full answer...
So the easiest to install brake controller that also works really well is the Curt Echo Mobile part # C51180 which is what I recommend for your 2020 Kia Telluride. Basically this just plugs into an active 7-way and once you sync it to your phone it's ready to go. This brake controller is proportional which means it senses the amount of deceleration your tow vehicle is applying and applies the trailer brakes in a relative way.
To convert the 4-way to a 7-way so that you can install the... view full answer...
Starting with the brake controller itself I highly recommend the Curt Echo # C51180 for your 2019 Honda Odyssey.
This is a really unique controller that allows for an extremely simple installation that involves simply plugging it into a 7-Way connector on the vehicle and pairing to your smartphone via Bluetooth after downloading the free app. It will provide automatic proportional braking that will activate the brakes on the trailer at the same time and with the same intensity that... view full answer...
The Curt Echo # C51180 and the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 # 90885 that you're deciding between are both excellent proportional brake controllers but as you mentioned, their installation, operation, and physical design are all quite a bit different. Between the two options I recommend going with the Curt Echo # C51180 for your application because it will offer an easier installation process and its convenient operation is simply better fitted for occasional towing like you plan on doing.
Once... view full answer...
There are a few differences between the Universal Installation Kit part # ETBC7 and the 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit part # ETBC7L. The biggest one is that part # ETBC7 comes with both the power and brake output wire you will need to run to the cab/battery whereas the part # ETBC7L only comes with the power wire you will need to run to the battery. The reason for this is because part # ETBC7L is geared more towards wireless brake controllers like the Curt Echo Mobile Trailer Brake Controller part... view full answer...
The Curt # C51180 Echo would indeed be compatible with your 2020 Outback, and of the available controllers it would be the easiest to install. The Echo plugs into a 7-way trailer connector and would use your smartphone (iOS 8.0+ or Android 4.4+) as the user controls. Since you already have a functioning 4 pole trailer connector, you'd just need the # ETBC7L install kit. The kit includes an adapter to convert your 4 pole into a 7-way and the hardware, wire and circuit breaker needed to connect... view full answer...
If your plan was to install a brake controller you'd have to also run the black wire of the 7-Way Adapter part # 30717 to the to the positive post of your vehicle battery as well as the ground you mentioned. The Curt Echo part # C51180 that you referenced needs the black wire to power it and then uses the other signals from the 4-way adapter to tell when the vehicle brakes are on.
For a different adapter that comes the extra wire and breaker to activate the needed circuit for the Curt... view full answer...
If they installed the OEM tow package wiring in your 2016 Qudi Q5 TDI, then there should be the connection under your dash for the wiring harness to be a simple plug and play. The Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers # C51522 will have the plug for the factory harness and then you can use the Curt Spectrum # C51170. This proportional controller will have a much cleaner look on your dash so it is what I recommend if you have the plug in harness.
If you don't have... view full answer...
Good Afternoon Lucas, you are on the right track for the easiest way to install a brake controller on your 2020 Subaru Outback Wagon. The Curt Echo brake controller part # C51180 is unlike any other brake controller on the market at this time (December 2019) you are correct about that. However, it is very reliable and we have had a lot of great reviews from our customers. Your smart phone is compatible because the Curt Echo works with Apple IOS 8.0 or newer and Android 4.4 operating system... view full answer...
We have everything you'll need to install and wire up a brake controller and 7-way in your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon.
The easiest to install brake controller that also happens to be one of the best performing models is the Curt Echo part # C51180. This actually just plugs into a 7-way that has taillight functions and 12 volt accessory power ran to it and once you sync it to your phone you'd be set.
The first thing you'll need wiring-wise is a 4-way (if you don't have one already),... view full answer...
The Curt Echo part # C51180 needs a 7-way trailer connector with the 12 volt accessory circuit active so for your 2015 Ford F-150 that has a factory 4-way you'd just need the adapter part # 37185 and to then connect the black wire of the adapter to the trailer wiring bundle present at the rear of the truck.
I attached a link to a picture on this page that shows where to find the orange wire on your truck's frame rail as well as a link to a help article that covers this also. view full answer...
Thank you for your purchase and I am glad that you liked the Curt Echo Mobile Trailer Brake Controller part # C51180 and Hayes Sway Master Electronic Sway Control System part # HA81775 I recommended. As mentioned, the Coil SumoSprings Custom Helper Springs are the only option for your vehicle as they do not offer any other suspension enhancements. We do sell these and you can install them yourself because they are super easy but in order to provide you with a part number I need you to take... view full answer...
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