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  • Wiring Harnesses Needed to Wire a Brake Controller from Scratch in a 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
  • In addition to the brake controller, you will need two other wiring harnesses to complete installation on your 2010 Grand Caravan. First is the Brake Controller 7 and 4 Way Installation Kit, # ETBC7. Second is the Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring, # 118446. I have included a video showing installation of the ETBC7 and instruction for the 118552. Installation may seem daunting but it is not too difficult if your are fairly handy with automotive projects and/or electrical wiring. I have...
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  • Brake Controller and ETBC7 Installation Articles and Video for a 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan
  • We do not have a video specifically for a 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan but we do have one with a 2008 that shows installation of the ETBC7 kit. I have included a link to the video below. Also, you should look at our brake wiring from scratch FAQ linked below. It is a step by step installation process that includes a section with the ETBC7 kit.
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  • Could a Fairly Handy Person Install a Transmission Cooler on a 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan
  • A fairly handy person could install a transmission cooler onto a vehicle pretty easily. I have installed a cooler on two of my cars without a problem and I consider myself fairly handy. I attached an installation video of a transmission cooler being installed onto a vehicle to give you an idea of what it is like. Most vehicle will not require the removal of the front end like the vehicle in the video, so do not let that discourage you. I also attached an FAQ article on transmission coolers...
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  • Can the Intensity of the Curt Echo Mobile Trailer Brake Controller be Adjusted from the Phone
  • Yes, you can adjust both the max output and sensitivity of the Curt Echo Mobile Trailer Brake Controller # C51180 from your phone so that you get completely customized braking performance from your trailer brakes. Attached is a picture showing the "In Use" screen on the mobile app for you to check out. The written instructions and a review video have both been linked to this page for you to reference as well.
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  • Can Black Module Be Replaced For T-Connector Wiring on a 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan
  • I believe you're talking about the black module box that comes with the T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56331 for your 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan. If that's what you're wanting to replace then you'll need a whole new kit as Curt hasn't built out their module boxes to just be swapped out like that. You could potentially cut the wiring on the new kit and splice everything to the new box but that's creating more potentially for failures so I recommend just replacing the entire unit and...
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  • Installation of Curt Class III Trailer Hitch on 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan
  • There is possibly trimming required to install the Curt trailer hitch # 13364 on your 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan. If it is it's fairly minimal. Take a look at the diagram I've attached. Your husband is going to need to test fit the hitch on the van to see if the receiver tube clears the bumper fascia. If it does then no trimming is necessary. If the tube doesn't clear the bumper then he'll need to do some trimming. I've linked a video from when we installed the hitch, as well as the install...
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  • Is Adhesive Tape Used When Installing WeatherTech Air Deflectors On 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan
  • When installing the WeatherTech Side Window Air Deflectors # WT82476, there is no adhesive strips used on the front deflectors. I have attached a link to an installation video for the deflectors on a 2015 Grand Caravan and as you can see in the video, the front deflectors just clip in to place and no adhesive is used. There is adhesive on the rear deflectors as shown in the video.
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  • Installing a 7-Way Trailer Harness on a 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan
  • I found your order and see that you arleady purchased: Draw-Tite trailer hitch receiver # 75579 Trailer Wiring Harness # HM11141995 Adapter # 37185 Brackets # 18138 and # 18140 All of which will work on your 2018 Grand Caravan and sounds like exactly what you need. The only exception is maybe substituting the long bracket # 18136 for the short # 18140 because there isn't always enough space using the short one with a 7-way. The adapter, # 37185, includes both a 4-way and 7-way connector....
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  • Mounting Hardware to Install Draw-Tite Class III 75579 Trailer Hitch on 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan
  • The Draw-Tite Class III hitch, part # 75579 (and the other hitches available for your 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan) would install using the 3 existing M12 and the 2 M10 bolts as shown in the linked video and installation instructions. If you'll be towing with the hitch, you'll also need a trailer wiring harness like # C56331 which provides a 4-pole flat trailer connector. If you need a 7-way connector, use # ETBC7. For a ball mount, use # 2753 and # 19260 for a 1-7/8 or # 63845 for a 2 inch...
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  • How to Measure the Rise/Drop of a Ball Mount
  • The find the rise/drop of a ball mount you will measure from the top of the shank to the place where the ball mount platform meets the hitch ball (see attached picture). For example, the Curt Towing Starter Kit # C45534 comes with the hitch ball installed in the "drop" position which measures 2". I have attached a photo to demonstrate this as well as a link to a helpful article on how to find the drop/rise needed for a ball mount, and a link to our selection of ball mounts that you can...
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  • Exhaust Mounting Hardware for Curt Trailer Hitch # 13364
  • I reached out to my contact at Curt to determine why that bolt is not included in the # 13364. He took a look at that specific video with me and we were able to determine that there was a change in the hitch design. In the 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan video which I've attached, there were 3 holes and a notch on the passenger side where the AC lines ran. They changed the hitch to only have the 2 bolt holes on that passenger side so there was no need to include that exhaust hanger hardware...
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  • Solution for Trailer Hitch Install Where Holes Don't Seem to Line Up Properly
  • It's not uncommon for hitches to get bent in shipping which makes the mounting holes not line up as easily as they should. So if the holes are off only by a little bit what you can do is start all of the bolts loose and then torque them down and you'll be good. But if they are off by a significant amount you'll need to use some leverage to bend the hitch back in place so that the holes line up. Some people will use open stairwells for leverage or vices, or jacks... As long as paint doesn't...
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  • Determining Correct Ball Mount for 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan Towing Malone MicroSport Trailer
  • The coupler on the Malone MicroSport Trailer with J-Style Carriers for 4 Kayaks - 800 lbs # MPG462G2 attaches to a 2" hitch ball. It sounds like you are trying to determine what rise/drop you would need on a ball mount to tow this trailer level. In order to find the rise/drop you will need to measure. The measurements you need are the hitch height and the coupler height. With your 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan parked on level ground, measure from the ground to the top of your hitch receiver...
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  • Torque Specs for the Installation Hardware of the Curt Hitch part # 13364
  • The torque specs for the hardware that comes with the Curt Hitch part # 13364 that you referenced are in the installation instructions that I have attached. Since we link the instructions directly from the manufacturer and they are subject to change we avoid posting the torque figures for liability purposes. I also attached an installation video for you to check out as well.
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  • Which Brake Switch Wire to Use to Install a Brake Controller in a 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan
  • The brake switch wire you will need on your 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan to install the PowerTrac # 39523 is the white wire with a green stripe. It should only have power when the brake pedal is pressed and not at any other time. The vehicle tail light circuit cannot be used because the brake signal is not the only circuit on that wire. I have linked a video that will help.
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  • How to Install Tekonsha Pigtail Wiring for Brake Controller on a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan
  • When installing wiring for a 7-Way on your 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan, like the Universal Installation Kit # ETBC7, it's less about the color wiring and more about what functions they are connected to in regards to the AWG. For example, the black and blue wires that come on this connector are actually 10 gauge instead of 12 gauge like what you have. You can definitely use 12 gauge wire but we just prefer to use the larger size for the brake controller and 12V power functions. The white...
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  • Installing A Brake Controller On A 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan With Factory Tow Package
  • For your 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan, I recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional # 90195. This brake controller has a really nice LCD screen that takes code deciphering out of the equation. You will get simple, easy to understand diagnostics as well as connection information. This controller will apply your trailer brakes with the same intensity at the same time as you hit the brake pedal in your Grand Caravan. Since you already have the...
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  • Options to Vent a Storage Compartment on an RV
  • I actually like your first idea better because we have trailer vents that you can install on your door to help keep water spray away from the internal components. Our selection ranges from battery box vents like part # A10-3300BK-05 to ventilator like part # PLR20 to wall vents like part # HMAV2-AVT2. These options will not only help to give you ventilation while protecting your solar setup from the elements but they will also help to give you a clean looking installation. I recommend installing...
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  • Can the Lock Cores on the Swagman Upright be Keyed a Alike?
  • I have a good solution for you but unfortunately the Upright Roof Bike Carrier part # S64720 that you referenced can not be keyed to use the same key. As an option and to stay very cost effective I recommend using a cable lock like Fulton 15' Long Cable Lock part # FCLK150100 . This will allow you to lock all of the bikes down to the roof rack system and prevent any theft.
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  • Adding a 7-Way Trailer Connector and Trailer Brake Controller on a 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan
  • In order to install a brake controller and 7-Way on your 2005 Dodge Grand caravan you will need the controller itself and installation kit # ETBC7. We have a video on a 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan that should be helpful. It will be nearly identical to the installation on your 2005 model. The controller in the video is also different than the Primus # TK90160 but again since hardwire installations are virtually all the same the video will help. I have also included a link to an FAQ that covers...
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