Recommended Plug and Play Brake Controller for a 2018 Chevrolet Traverse
Updated 05/02/2019 | Published 05/01/2019
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I have a 2018 Chevy traverse.do I need a brake controller to make trailer brakes work. If so which one and are there any plug and play
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Expert Reply:
Yes, you will need to install a brake controller on your 2018 Chevrolet Traverse in order to activate electric brakes on a trailer. For a plug and play option, there are few better than the Curt Echo Mobile Trailer Brake Controller part # C51180. The reason for this is because it uses a device most individuals are familiar with, their phone which also means you don't have to read a comprehensive manual and learn all the codes. If your phone dies while using the brake controller, the device will still function as normal.
If you don't already have a 7-way trailer connector on your Traverse, you will need to add one for which I recommend using the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness part # 118287 which is also plug and play. This brand has the most success with longevity of their wiring products.
I have attached an install video of the wiring harness and a review video of the brake controller for you as well.
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Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller - 7-Way Plug-in w/ Bluetooth App - Up to 2 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Plug-In
- Smartphone App
- Under-Dash
- Up to 2 Axles
- Smartphone Display
- Multiple Trailers
- CURT
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