Does Curt Echo C51180 Require Running Wire to Vehicle Stoplight Circuit

Question:

Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller - 7-Way Plug Mount w/ Bluetooth App - 1 to 2 Axle - Proportional - C51180, Does this required to connect to the break wire or it can determine the break signal from the four pin connector and the 4-7 pin convertor kit. Thanks

asked by: Patrick N

Expert Reply:

Hey Patrick, the Curt Echo # C51180 is able to use the stoplight circuits from the 7-way to determine when vehicle brakes are applied so you do not need to wire it to the stoplight circuit of the vehicle.

expert reply by: Jameson C

Patrick N.

4/9/2024

HI James. Thanks for your explanations, still need some clarification. My grand highlander was only installed with a 4 pin towing harness. My plan is to install a 4- 7 pin convertor. By connect the existing 4 -pin connector and also 12V DC to the 7 pin connector without connect the break wire to the 7 pin connector. Will the wireless brake controller work by plug into this 7 pin connector. I have these question Because your 4 - 7 pin convertor kit, Curt Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV - 10 Gauge Item # C57186, need to connect the break wire. Thanks Patrick

Jameson C.

4/10/2024

@PatrickN The Curt Echo creates it's own brake output circuit so you do not need to connect it on the vehicle 7-way side. Also there would be nowhere to connect it as it would normally connect to a brake controller which wouldn't be there.