Availability of Brake Controller for 2023 Toyota RAV4

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Hi I’m looking for a brake controller for a 2023 Toyota rav 4. It appears they are not available yet. I only see up to 2022. Can you inform when they might be available?

asked by: Bill S

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Any brake controller can be installed on your 2023 Toyota RAV4 as long as you have a 7-way. If you don't, you will need to start by installing a 4-way like the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56434.

Once this is done, or if you already have a 4-way, you can upgrade to a 7-way with the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7. This kit comes with the adapter, wiring, and everything else required for installation.

For a brake controller, I recommend the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty # RED52VR. The main unit mounts out of sight so only the control know will be visible in the cab of your RAV4. This keeps it out of the way and also gives it a nice clean look. The knob controls the braking power and acts as the manual override.

I have attached some installation videos for your reference.
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expert reply by: Robin H

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Answer 1

The 7-way adapter I recommend to connect to your T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector #C56434, is the 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit for Trailer Brake Controller Installation - 12 Gauge Wires #ETBC7L. I recommend this upgrade kit…

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Answer 2

I see you found the 13' Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Control Knob Wiring Harness #RED58FR which is the longest offered from Redarc. As they do not offer an extension you would either need to splice this harness with the harness included with the Redarc…

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Answer 3

Redarc does not offer longer cables between the knob and the module but we've spoken with Redarc before and they have told us that you can use a standard RJ45 network cable to extend as far as needed which you'd be able to easily source…

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Answer 4

That is correct, the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH97FR has the most ground clearance when compared to other Class III hitches for your 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime. For rust protection I recommend inspecting the hitch periodically and use…

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Answer 5

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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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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Answer 7

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 8

The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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Answer 9

Hey Adrian! The higher capacity for the B&W #BW47BR and Curt #C77MJ comes from the construction. The B&W hitch weighs 45 lbs and then the Curt and Trailer Mate #TMT54FR both weigh 32 lbs. The Trailer Mate does sit just a tad higher compared…

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Answer 10

That's a very good question, we tend to be extra cautious and say to use 10 gauge wire because that would be more than enough. When you get into longer trailers that will end up using a lot of wire the heavier gauge wire becomes more necessary.…

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Answer 11

The Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty #RED24FR is the way to go over the Elite #RED44FR as you get the nicer functions of the Elite at a lower price. The Elite has the ability to be the more preferred proportional style of controller as well as a time-delayed…

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Answer 12

To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota RAV4, I recommend the etrailer item #e23ZR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 4,000 lbs towing capacity, and a 600…

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