Troubleshooting Curt Echo Trailer Brake Controller And Trailer Brakes Locked Up
Updated 02/14/2022 | Published 02/12/2022
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I have installed and reinstalled the echo several times my phone is paired but when I put the truck in drive the trailer brakes are locked down? I adjusted the settings down to a minimum and nothing still locked down!?I can unplug from the truck and it immediately frees up!?
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Expert Reply:
The Curt Echo # C51180 receives the input to activate the brakes from the app manually when you press the manual override button, or from the brake light activation on 7-way connector. I have included a image of the 7-way connector and what each connection is for. You will need to use a Test Light # PTW2992 to test the turn/stop light circuits for power when the brake pedal is pressed and when the pedal is released. The brake wire should not have any power as the Echo receives power from the auxiliary 12 volt charge line.
You can also use a Multimeter # PT89ZR to test for continuity on the trailer connector between the trailer brake wire and all the other connectors. If you find continuity with any of the lighting or power wire circuits the harness on your trailer is shorting and will need inspected.
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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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