Brake Controller Recommendation for 2016 Mazda CX-5
Updated 07/27/2018 | Published 07/26/2018
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Wondering about a transmission cooler for the above mentioned SUV. My tent trailer is 1400 lbs dry and about 1800 lbs when loaded, ALso, the brake controller woudl i need?
asked by: Shane J
Expert Reply:
For a transmission cooler for your 2016 Mazda CX-5 there isn't an option as your transmission does not allow an aftermarket cooler to be installed.
For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P3 Brake Controller part # 90195. This is our best selling brake controller because of how well it works and how easy it is to setup. This is a proportional brake controller that senses the amount of braking the tow vehicle is applying and applies a proportionate amount to the trailer brakes. This will be the last brake controller you buy. It can easily be transferred to future vehicles as well.
You will need to start with a 4-way (if you do not have one). For that you would want the # 118563.
From there you would need to convert the 4-way to a 7-way so that you can install the brake controller. For that you will want the Brake Controller Install Kit and 7-Way Adapter part # ETBC7. I attached installation instructions and an install video for this product as well.
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