Is a 4 Pole Wiring Harness Needed for a Brake Controller on a 2021 Subaru Crosstrek

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Looking for trailer brake and light setup for my 2021 Crosstrek. I have the following in my cart: RED24FR, RED69FR, C59236, ETBC7. Do I need both C59236 and ETBC7 or is ETBC7 sufficient?

asked by: Kyler

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You only need the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # C59236 if your Crosstrek does not already have a 4 pole at the back. If you already have a 4 pole, then you'll just need # ETBC7 and you'll be set.

expert reply by: Bryce D

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Answer 1

In order to add a 7 way connector to your 2018 Subaru Crosstrek you'll want to use the Curt Trailer Connector Adapter #ETBC7 which will plug into your existing 4 way connector on your Subaru. If you only need the lights to function on your tear…

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Answer 2

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 3

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 4

The best brake controller option to go with is one that activates the brakes proportionally instead of time delayed. A proportional brake controller will activate the trailer brakes at the same time and with the same intensity as the tow vehicle…

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There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

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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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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 8

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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Answer 9

I would be happy to help you set up your 2022 Toyota Highlander to haul your new travel trailer. The wiring harness you currently have controls your trailer's lighting functions only. You do not need to rewire your Toyota you just need another…

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Answer 10

Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a…

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Answer 11

That's a very good question, we tend to be extra cautious and say to use 10 gauge wire because that would be more than enough. When you get into longer trailers that will end up using a lot of wire the heavier gauge wire becomes more necessary.…

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Answer 12

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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Is a 4 Pole Wiring Harness Needed for a Brake Controller on a 2021 Subaru Crosstrek

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