Where Does the Blue Wire Go On the 7-Way When Using the Curt Echo

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I currently have a Curt 4 pin flat w/ circuit protection wired in. I am adding the Echo w/ the ETBC7. Since the Prodigy Echo is the controller, what do I do with the brake wire on the vehicle side connector? Hoping this question makes sense.

asked by: Rich

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If you are using the Curt Echo Mobile Trailer Brake Controller part # C51180 with the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller part # ETBC7 then you only need to run the black wire to the battery and then the white wire to a ground. The blue (brake output) and yellow wires do not need to be run and can just be tied off. I think this is what you are asking but if not please just let me know.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

When using the 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit for Trailer Brake Controller Installation #ETBC7 to install the Curt Echo Mobile part #C51180 you can just tape up the blue wire of the adapter as it would not be used.

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Answer 2

On each individual electric brake magnet the amperage draw would be 3.0 to 3.2 max amps at 12 to 13 volts on 7-inch brake magnets and 3.2 to 4.0 max amps at 12 to 13 volts on 10 and 12-inch brake magnets. The max amperage draw for the brake magnets…

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Answer 3

Maximum amperage draw for 4 Brakes that are 10 or 12 inch diameter is 15.0 to 16.3 amps at 12 to 13 volts. The 14 gauge wire may be sufficient but for maximum braking effectiveness at full load capacity. I would opt to run 10 gauge wire. Larger…

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Answer 4

If your plan was to install a brake controller you'd have to also run the black wire of the 7-Way Adapter part #30717 to the to the positive post of your vehicle battery as well as the ground you mentioned. The Curt Echo part #C51180 that…

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Answer 5

There are a few differences between the Universal Installation Kit part #ETBC7 and the 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit part #ETBC7L. The biggest one is that part #ETBC7 comes with both the power and brake output wire you will need to run to the cab/battery…

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Answer 6

Since you already have a 4-way connector on your 2018 Toyota Highlander you need to use one of our adapter kits to convert it to a 7-way. If the trailer doesn't have brakes you only need to power its lights and the battery so you can use…

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Answer 7

For the most reliable and safe connection possible, Curt recommends obtaining the power for the controller directly from the vehicle battery and running the circuit through a 30 amp breaker like what's provided with the #ETBC7. This way, you can…

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Answer 8

Instead of the #ETBC7 you'd want the part #ETBC7L since you only need to make one connection on the included 7-way adapter. You'd need to run the wire up to the positive battery post through the circuit breaker that is included. The Echo does…

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Answer 9

The 7-Way RV Upgrade Kit for Trailer Brake Controller Installation part #ETBC7L and the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller part #ETBC7 will both still charge your trailer's battery even when using the Curt Echo Mobile Trailer…

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Answer 10

The black wire on the #ETBC7 should be run to the battery. The 12V cigarette lighter is meant to be used for accessories. Running the wire to your battery ensures that you do not cause any damage to your vehicle wiring if something were to draw too…

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Answer 11

To get both of the 2021 Subaru Outbacks pulling the Safari Condo F1743, you would need to purchase two of the #ETBC7 kits. They would piggy back off of the existing 4 pin connections already on the vehicles, so you are already partially there. I did…

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Answer 12

Yes. The Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires #ETBC7 will allow you to use the Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller #C51180. The duplex wire will simply need one wire connected to the…

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