Can Curt Echo Brake Controller be Used with iPhone 7 Plus

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Is there any way to use the Echo app with an iPhone 7 plus? I might just borrow someones phone to configure the ECHO while in Phoenix as my wife has a newer iPhone - but that is in San Diego.

asked by: Joseph T

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Yes an updated iPhone 7 Plus does have the iOS version that is compatible with the Curt Echo Mobile brake controller part # C51180. This controller needs iOS 8 or newer and the 7 Plus is current with iOS 14 at this time.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

For the initial settings when you first start the test drive, you should start with the lowest braking setting on the output of the Curt Echo #C51180. This initial setting is the same no matter the weight of your trailer. When you are testing the…

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Answer 2

It's possible that after you install both the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 7-Way Trailer Connector part #118289 and Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller part #90195 with Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers…

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Answer 3

Hey Russ, the Curt Echo #C51180 will work regardless of if the headlights of the vehicle are off or on. You might be thinking of RV cameras that require the running light circuit of the tow vehicle to be on to be active but the Echo does not look at…

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Answer 4

It sounds like you may have something wrong internally with the Curt Echo #C51180. The device should only flash blue when a trailer is not connected and the device is not connected. It should only switch to the flashing green when a trailer is…

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Answer 5

The Bluetooth range of the Curt Echo Mobile Trailer Brake Controller part #C51180 is right around 50'. The only time this would be an issue is on longer motorhomes but even then it will still work with most. If you just have a standard 1/2, 3/4,…

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Answer 6

Yes, the Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller part #C51180 will still allow the trailer battery to receive a charge from the vehicle although it may be a bit less than before since it does use some of this power for the controller. That said, it's…

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Answer 7

First check to make sure that your iPhone is up to date on its software updates. Then check to make sure you have the most up to date version of the Curt Echo App. You will want to make sure that your bluetooth connection is on and the Curt App has…

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Answer 8

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 9

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 10

If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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Answer 11

If you have a vehicle specific wiring harness for a brake controller then that would indicate that you have a factory tow package and subsequently would already have a 7-way at the back of your vehicle. The universal 7-way connector #ETBC7 is meant…

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Answer 12

The first thing you will need for your 1999 D250 is a 4-way. The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness #C55317 plugs into the connection points behind your rear bumper and will allow you to power your trailer's signal lights. Once the 4-way is…

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