Connecting the Curt Wireless Brake Controller to a 2015 Kia Sorento
Question:
Hi, Do I have to have a hot wire running from the battery to my 7 way in order for this to work?Or does it run off the brake light wiring.Thanks
asked by: Warren R
Expert Reply:
The Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller item # C51180 does need a dedicated power line to a 7-way connector to function. The only wire it does not require to be functional is the blue brake controller wire. To add a functional 7-way connector to your 2015 Kia Sorento LX I4 you will need two harnesses. The first is the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector item # 118583. This custom-fit T-One connector plugs into your Kia's wiring harness, which is located behind the driver's-side and passenger's-side tail lights.
The second harness you will need is the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires item # ETBC7L. The kit includes a pre-wired 7- and 4-way trailer connector that mounts easily at the rear of your vehicle with an included bracket. This kit is designed for use on a vehicle with an existing 4-way flat trailer connector and plugs directly into it. I have linked a couple of installation videos below.
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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7-Way RV Upgrade Kit for Trailer Brake Controller Installation - 12 Gauge Wires
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Installation Kits
- etrailer
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Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller - 7-Way Plug Mount w/ Bluetooth App - 1 to 2 Axle - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Hidden
- Up to 2 Axles
- Smartphone Display
- CURT
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