Does Blue Wire on Tekonsha 7-Way Harness Need to be Run for Curt Echo Brake Controller
Updated 06/04/2019 | Published 06/01/2019
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I have this harness installed and am going to use the Curt Echo Mobile controller. Question is, do i need to hook the blue wire up to anything or can it just be left disconnected under the hood?
asked by: Stephen M
Helpful Expert Reply:
The blue wire on the Tekonsha OEM Vehicle Wiring Harness # 22121 is for electric brake output to the 7-Way connector and since the Curt Echo # C51180 does not need this pin to be active on a 7-Way it can indeed just be tied off.
The Curt Echo only needs the 12V power circuit (along with the basic trailer light signals) to be active on the 7-Way which as you are finding out allows for a much easier install process. I have attached a couple videos that you can take a look at as well.
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Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness w Brake Controller Adapter - 7 Way Trailer Connector
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- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Vehicle End Connector
- Powered Converter
- No Tow Package
- 7 Blade
- Plug and Lead
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