Can Curt 57186 7-Way Adapter Work with Curt 51180 Echo Wireless Brake Controller
Question:
Hi, Can I use this item Curt 57186 with the Curt 51180 Echo Wireless Brake Controller and install it the same way I would install the ETBC7L? In other words, since Im going to be using the wireless brand controller can I just skip the steps involving the brake controller wiring going through the firewall and connecting to the brake sensor wire and just hook this into my existing 4 pin connector, connect the ground and run the black wire to the battery with one of the circuit breakers? Thanks,
asked by: David B
Expert Reply:
Yes, you can use the Curt Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # C57186 instead of the # ETBC7L to install the Curt Echo Mobile brake controller part # C51180. You'd do exactly like what you mentioned. You'd wire up just the black wire to the vehicle battery with the included wire and 40 amp breaker and you'd be set.

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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
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- Up to 2 Axles
- Smartphone Display
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7-Way RV Upgrade Kit for Trailer Brake Controller Installation - 12 Gauge Wires
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Curt Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV - 10 Gauge
- Trailer Wiring
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- Single-Function Adapter
- 4 Flat
- Plug and Lead
- 7 Round - Blade
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