Parts Needed To Install a Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller on a 2017 Toyota Tacoma
Updated 10/26/2021 | Published 10/25/2021
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I hope all is well. I am looking at the Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 2 Axles - Proportional as an easier way to have trailer brakes functional with my 2017 Toyota Tacoma without the factory tow package. I have recently added a 7 pin connector, but I only have the light circuits active at the moment. With this product, will I only need to run the 12 volt wire with a 30 amp fuse to the proper pin and disregard the brake control wire. I was looking at an easier way to get trailer brakes without hardwiring a brake controller in.
asked by: Justin H
Expert Reply:
The Curt Echo # C51180 will require you to have the charge line circuit of your 7-way connected to power the Echo. We have actually designed a 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit # ETBC7L that is specifically designed for the Echo so that you will not need the wiring for a brake controller mounted in your cab.
Since you already have a 7-way you will only need some 12 Gauge Wire # 12-1-1 (which we do sell by foot), a 30amp Circuit Breaker # 7012A and the Connectors # DW05745-1, # DW05740-1, # DW05741-1 needed to attach to your 7-way, the circuit breaker and your 12 volt source on your 2017 Toyota Tacoma.
The Echo # C51180 is controlled by a smartphone through the app via Bluetooth. It is also possible to add a physical manual override button with # C83HR.
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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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