Recommending A Brake Controller For Towing A Camper With My 2022 Subaru Outback

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Brake controller for 2022 Subaru Outback. I am a novice at towing and would like your recommendation. My camper weighs 1200 pounds and has a GVWR of 2100 pounds.I want something that is simple and do not care if it is installed under the dash. A Subaru factory hitch is what I have installed on the car. Thank you in advance for your help. I have learned a lot from your website.

asked by: William C

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We can get you setup for your adventure. I think a proportional trailer brake controller is the way to go. My brake controller recommendation is the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller, part # RED24FR, and the Universal Wiring Harness for Redarc Tow-Pro Trailer Brake Controllers, part # RED69FR. This brake controller has an accelerometer, so it does not matter how it is positioned inside your vehicle when mounted. It works with trailers that have up to two axles. It has a control knob that allows you to very easily make brake adjustments. It comes with a custom wiring harness for your 2022 Subaru Outback.

If you already have a 4-way connector, you will need a Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires, part # ETBC7, to complete the installation. Your camper will have a 7-way connector, but your Subaru Outback has a 4-way connector. This kit allows you to change your 4-way connector into a 7-way connector.

If you do not have a 4-way connector you would need the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector, part # 118467, to install a 4-way connector on your Subaru Outback. Then you would add the previously mentioned Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller.

I have attached product description links, a demo video, and three installation videos below to aid in that process.

expert reply by: Mark Smith

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Answer 1

Hey Mark, thanks for reaching out! The #331-TPSI-001 mounting panel is a universal-fit part rather than a custom-fit replacement for the blank switch panel in your 2025 Subaru Outback Touring XT. It measures 1-1/4" tall x 1" wide, so…

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Answer 2

To convert your existing 4 pole trailer connector into a 7-way, and to install a brake controller you'll need our Brake Controller Installation Kit, part #ETBC7. The kit includes an adapter which will convert the existing 4 pole into a 7-way…

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Answer 3

Yes, when installing the knob for the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller item #RED24FR you will want to remove any extra material behind the insert. I am happy the video was able to help you out. I have linked a couple of pictures from the video…

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Answer 4

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 6

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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To install a Redarc Tow Pro Liberty in your 2023 Toyota Tacoma Sport you will need the following parts: Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller item #RED24FR Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness for Redarc Tow-Pro Trailer Brake Controllers item #RED99FR…

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 12

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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