Parts Needed to Use a Curt Echo Brake Controller With a 2021 Ford Edge SEL
Updated 08/04/2021 | Published 08/02/2021
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I have been told that your Curt Echo Wireless brake controller will not work with my Ford because the car radio, maps and wave all work on my CELL phone ? Please help me get the right controller for my car, I was also told the NEW Fords have No brake fue to tap into to use other controller
asked by: Mark S
Expert Reply:
You can still go with the Curt Echo # C51180, even with your phone handling all those functions. Though you will need your phone for the initial set up, you can then use the Manual Override Button # C83HR. Manual override is the only function the phone will handle after getting everything set up and running properly.
I can say that your 2021 Ford Edge will not have a brake controller fuse, so you may need a few parts to get the controller the needed power, depending on what you have on the vehicle currently. However, if you already have a 7 Way, you can completely skip all this as you are good to go.
If you do not yet have any wiring on the back of your 2021 Edge, you will need to start with a 4 Flat, like the Curt # C89FR. This will supply power to the tail lights on the trailer and the 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit for Trailer Brake Controller Installation # ETBC7L will then piggyback off of that. This will get the power to the controller and you will be all set to go.
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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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