7-Way and Easy to Use Brake Controller for 2015 Mazda CX-5 Touring

Question:

Hello, I have a 2015 Mazda CX-5 Touring and I am interested in towing an overland camper trailer that comes equipped with brakes and a 7-Way connector. Do I have products and options to modify the CX-5 to make this happen? Thank you very much!

asked by: Shawn A

Helpful Expert Reply:

You do have options for installing a brake controller in your 2015 Mazda CX-5. You'll need to first start with a 4-way like part # 118563 which is an easy install and comes with the most reliable converter box.

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.

expert reply by: Jameson C