Recommended Trailer Brake Controller For 2020 Honda Ridgeline Which Won't Damage Factory Fuse

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I recently bought a 2020 Honda Ridgeline with a tow package and am looking to install a break controller. Several forums have suggested that the initial install and connection of a break controller will short out the associated fuse. Is this a common? Do you have a troubleshooting guide video should I encounter this problem?

asked by: Christopher G

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The fuse becoming damaged on your 2020 Honda Ridgeline after installing a trailer brake controller is not a common issue. Looking at the owners manual for your Ridgeline I do see it comes with a 20 amp fuse and most of the people experiencing the issue are most likely using a brake controller which requires more power. I recommend using the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller # 90195 as it only requires a 20-amp circuit for up to 2 trailer axles. You will be able to connect this to your factory wiring with a Plug-In Wiring Adapter # 3070-P.

On a controller like the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty # RED24FR the manufacturer says to use a 30-amp circuit which would easily damage your fuse. In the event the fuse does become damaged it is located in slot 3 of the engine compartment fuse box B. This box is located near the brake fluid reservoir under your hood. We do not have a video showing the location or how to replace the fuse at this time.

expert reply by: Bud M

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Answer 1

I recommend the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller #RED24FR for your 2020 Honda Ridgeline. This brake controller will mount behind the dash with only the control knob visible on the dash. You can easily make adjustments as well as manually…

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Answer 3

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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It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 7

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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Since wire color codes are NOT universal, we always recommend wiring by function, rather than wire color. If you look at the Trailer Wiring FAQ article I have linked you to, you can see some diagrams showing the proper way to wire a vehicle and…

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If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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Answer 10

Actually, the P3 now has the upgraded axis accelerometer like the P2. The Tekonsha P3 Trailer Brake Controller #90195, will work with both electric over hydraulic brakes on the trailer as well as electric brakes. It has a menu option on the display…

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Answer 11

Hey Brandon, I would strongly recommend sticking with the Tekonsha RF brake controller part #TK94FR. We know this works really well and it sounds like it worked well for you too. The Curt Echo is not reliable enough for me to really ever recommend it…

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Answer 12

You're right, the mounting bracket is unique (in a good way) for the Curt TriFlex NEXT Trailer Brake Controller #C24VV. The bracket is smaller and all you do is put the included adhesive tape on the bracket and stick it wherever you like under…

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