Recommended 7-Way Harness to Use a Curt Echo w/ a 2024 Subaru Crosstrek
Question:
I am buying a small camper and the previous owner is including a Curt Echo wireless brake controller. I plan on using my new 2024 Subaru Crosstrek to tow the trailer. Can you tell me what I need to add a 7-way harness?
asked by: Kristin
Expert Reply:
I would be happy to and congrats on the new trailer! To install a 7-Way wiring harness on your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek you will need two separate wiring harnesses because they don't make just one that will add the 7-way you'll need.
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 # ETBC7L. The kit includes a pre-wired 7- and 4-way trailer connector that mounts easily at the rear of your Subaru with an included bracket. It is designed specifically to work with the Curt Echo item # C51180. 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
Ball Mount - Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches item # C45534
Products Referenced in This Question
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Wiring
- Mounting Hardware
- Brackets
- 4 Round
- 5 Round
- 6 Round
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Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches - 2" Ball - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 7.5K
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- 2 Inch Ball
- One Ball
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Rise - 0 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Ball Mount Kit
- CURT
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 525 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- etrailer
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7-Way RV Upgrade Kit for Trailer Brake Controller Installation - 12 Gauge Wires
- Accessories and Parts
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- etrailer
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Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller - 7-Way Plug Mount w/ Bluetooth App - 1 to 2 Axle - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Hidden
- Up to 2 Axles
- Smartphone Display
- CURT
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