Easy to Install Brake Controller Recommendation for Acura MDX 2014
Question:
Wondering what my Acura MDX 2014 SH-AWD needs to control electric brakes of trailer RV I am planning to rent. It doesnt have tow package I did not ask for it back in 2104. Acura was bought brand new from a local Acura dealership. Here is what it already has: It has 2inch hitch I have four pin adapter that controls lights of trailer, used for lightweight trailer/non-RV I did not buy the tow package, there is no 7 pin adapter in the back
asked by: Santosh H
Expert Reply:
So the easiest to install brake controller that also works really well is the Curt Echo Mobile part # C51180. Basically this just plugs into an active 7-way and once you sync it to your phone it's ready to go. This brake controller is proportional which means it senses the amount of deceleration your tow vehicle is applying and applies the trailer brakes in a relative way.
To convert the 4-way to a 7-way so that you can install the brake controller only requires the 7-way adapter kit part # ETBC7L. The 4-way of this plugs into the 4-way of your vehicle and once you run the included wiring and breaker up to the vehicle's positive battery post it's active enough to allow the Echo to function. This saves you from having to hardwire in a brake controller which requires tapping into the brake signal of your vehicle and running a few other wires too.
Products Referenced in This Question
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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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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Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Honda
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- Trailer Brake Controller
- Wiring Adapter
- Plugs into Brake Controller
- Vehicle Specific
- Tekonsha
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