Parts Needed to Install Brake Controller in 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan with 4-Way

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I have a 2016 Dodge Caravan with an existing 4 pin flat trailer connector. I need to convert to a 7 pin and add an electric brake controller. Can you send me a list of parts with part no. I will need incuding the controller.

asked by: Dan S

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To install a brake controller like the Curt Echo Mobile brake controller part # C51180 which is operated by your smart phone all you need is the kit part # ETBC7L which converts your 4-way to a 7-way and comes with the additional wiring needed to wire in the brake controller. This is the easiest to install setup that will work really well. It also doesn't require mounting a brake controller to the dash of your vehicle either.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

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The blue wire is for brake output power to the trailer brakes. One end connects to the brake controller and the other end goes to the pin in the trailer connector on the vehicle side that is for the trailer brakes. The Adapter 6 Pole to 7 Pole…

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Answer 5

Wireless brake controllers like the Curt Echo Mobile #C51180 draw power through the 12 volt accessory circuit wire of the trailer wiring that connects to the positive post of the vehicle battery. The taillight circuits are not used for that at all.…

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Answer 7

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

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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 12

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