Recommended 7-Way Connector for a 2024 Subaru Crosstrek

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I have a small 3,500 lb trailer WITH drum brakes. I can therefore tow it with my 2024 Subaru Crosstrek. However what wiring harness do I need to allow for 4 flat no brakes used and 7 round use the brakes wiring harness for on the crosstrek All wiring is done on the trailer.

asked by: Ralph Y

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To install a 7-Way harness on your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek you will need two separate wiring harnesses because they don't make just one that'll do the job.

The first harness you'll need is the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness item # C56040. This custom-fit T-connector plugs into your Subaru's wiring harness, which is located behind the interior trim panel in your rear cargo area. It will provide you with a 4-way connector.

The second harness you will need is the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller item # ETBC7. The kit includes a pre-wired 7- and 4-way trailer connector that mounts easily at the rear of your vehicle with an included bracket. This kit is designed for use on a vehicle with an existing 4-way flat trailer connector and plugs directly into it. It will provide you with the 7-Way connector you need to control your trailer's brakes.

Some other parts you will need to tow a trailer with your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek are listed below:

Trailer Hitch - etrailer Hitch item # e98912

Wiring Harness Mount - No-Drill Mount Bracket item # 18136

Brake Controller - Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller item # RED24FR and Wiring Adapter item # RED69FR

Ball Mount - Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches item # C45534

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Answer 1

There could be a way to route a trailer wiring harness through the bottom of the cargo area and out on your 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek. You will need to remove all the flooring that you can in the cargo area of the vehicle to get down to the metal.…

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Answer 2

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 3

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 4

It makes perfect sense, and I completely agree with you Chris! The wiring manufacturers tell people to drape it over the tailgate as a simple solution, but the clean look and readily available access makes mounting the 4-Way connector next to your…

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Answer 5

The best hitch for a 2024 Subaru Outback is the etrailer item #e25TR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Subaru with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver, that has a 3,500 lbs towing capacity and a 350 lbs…

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Yep, so long as your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness is not a hybrid both the Curt and etrailer hitches will fit: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13382 - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98912 The only difference besides price is the finish; the…

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Congrats on the new car! For your 2024 Subaru Outback, I recommend the etrailer Hitch item #e25TR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Subaru with included hardware. I really like this hitch because it mounts behind the rear bumper cover…

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The Curt #C13410 and Draw-tite #76227 are very similar in design and both have the same weight ratings of 600lbs tongue weight and 4,000lbs of trailer weight. I do like that Draw-Tite does add the additional plate of steel in between the hangers that…

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Answer 9

There is indeed a trailer hitch receiver that fits your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness, from Curt, with the correct part number being the following: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13382 I verified this fit with the manufacturer for you, and it…

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Answer 10

Thanks for passing that on! I attached the install video for the #C56040 on the 23 Outback you mentioned as well.

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Answer 11

To install a 7-Way harness on your 2023 Subaru Outback you will need two separate wiring harnesses because they don't make just one that'll do the job. The first harness you'll need is the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness item…

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Answer 12

Yes, a standard manual brake controller wire can be routed in your 2021 Subaru Outback Wagon with a Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller #ETBC7. The wires will need to be in your cabin. While it is not required to run the backup…

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