Brake Controller and 7-Way Adapter for 2020 Subaru Outback Wagon

Question:

Hello, I have a 2020 Subaru Outback 2.5 L engine equipped with a Subaru trailer hitch with a 4-pin connector. I am purchasing an Aliner Classic which has a 7-pin wire harness. I have an adjustable ball mount. I believe that I need a brake controller and an adapter for a 7-pin to 4-pin connection. What parts do you recommend? Thank you,

asked by: David L

Expert Reply:

So the easiest to install brake controller that also works really well is the Curt Echo Mobile part # C51180 which I would recommend highly for your 2020 Subaru Outback Wagon. 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