Wiring For Brake Controller In A 2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Without Factory Tow Package

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We have a 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon and are purchasing an E-Pro 15TB camper to tow with it. Our Wrangler DOES NOT have the factory tow package. However, I have installed a receiver that I purchased from etrailer a few months back. I want to purchase the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller Item # RED44FR and wiring for signals, etc. What items or kit would you suggest for me to have the cleanest install i.e., hidden wires, etc.? I dont mind digging into wiring and would just like it to look good visually. Im kinda OCD like that. Thanks for your help!

asked by: Chris G

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To wire your 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited for a brake controller, and because you don't have a tow package, you are going to need the following items:

Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller Item # RED44FR. This brake controller provide all the same functions as a typical brake controller only with a smaller foot print inside the vehicle cab.

T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Item # 118786. This gives you your 4 pole wiring that will connect directly to the back of your factory tail lights.

Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller Item # ETBC7 which connects to the 4 pole plug from the T-One harness. It provides you with the additional 3 wires to route up to the front of the vehicle. One is connected to the battery and the other to the brake controller wiring. The third is a reverse light wire which does not have to be used.

I have provided a few links to videos for you to take a look at.

expert reply by: Shane H

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Answer 1

The Redarc Tow-Pro Elite #RED44FR or the Liberty #RED24FR with harness #RED69FR will install in the same way. If you have the factory tow package, you simply connect harness #3073-P and then cut the harness matching color for color If you do not have…

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Answer 2

Normally you can find the brake light switch under the dashboard at the top of the brake pedal. There could be a number of wires attached to the switch so you can use a tester like part #PTW2993 to test the wires. Since the auto manufacturers can use…

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Answer 3

The red wire on a brake controller signals the controller that you are stepping on the brake pedal, so it has to be connected. It does not operate the brake lights on the trailer. It attaches to the cold side of the brake switch. The brake switch is…

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Answer 4

The Thule Spare Me Bike rack part #TH963PRO and the Yakima Spare Tire part #Y02599 both do come with locks to secure the rack to your spare tire and cable locks to secure the bikes to the carrier. The biggest difference between the two and is only an…

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Answer 5

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 6

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 7

Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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Answer 8

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 9

To me it makes the most sense to put a Bike Rack #HLY64FR on the flat towed vehicle rather than above the tow bars. Especially on heavy e-bikes as they are difficult to lift that high onto the rack, but also as it only makes sense to have the rack on…

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Answer 10

Hey Dave, so the best option for carrying your carbon frame bike and e-bike is the Swagman Escapee part #S39SR with the ramp #S59SR . It has the capacity for carrying an e-bike, is rated for travel trailer use, only touches the bikes by the tires…

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Answer 11

As long as the flat tow wiring is wired in before the 4-Way #C93ZV and you connect the power for the converter directly to the battery it will work. I have seen several use Magnetic Lights #TL21RK which they will wire in on the main harness to have…

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Answer 12

I recommend the Roadmaster Dual Hitch Receiver Adapter, 10" Drop/Rise item #RM-077-10. This adapter was designed for this type of set up. Your Jeep Rubicon and Swagman E bike rack weigh well below the 10,000 lbs maximum capacity of this hitch. I…

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