Curt Manufacturing ECHO User Manual

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Read and follow installation manual carefully.
Failure to do so could result in damage to the brake controller unit,
loss of trailer brakes or poor brake performance.
Avoid distracted driving. Only make
adjustments when the vehicle is stationary.
Do not mount the Echo
®
near the exhaust pipe.
Failure to do so may result in heat damage, loss of functionality
and risk of fire.
Prior to driving, test all trailer lights
while the trailer is plugged into the Echo
®
.
• The vehicle must have +12V, ground and turn signals connected to
the 7-way socket. Brake output to the 7-way socket is not required.
• See 'Vehicle-Specific Requirements'.
• An existing aftermarket or factory brake controller will not
function if Echo brake controller is installed.
• No special wiring or connectors are required for use.
• Echo Smart Control IS NOT compatible with Apple CarPlay or
Android Auto. However, it will not interfere with these features.
• Echo is designed to provide a Bluetooth connection, without
obstruction, up to 50 ft. Connection may also be limited by the
Bluetooth signal of your phone.
• The Echo brake controller uses the 7-way connector's +12V
connection to power the brakes, and it shares this power with the
trailer. Ensure the fuse for this connection is rated for 30 amps.
See the vehicle owner's manual to determine the fuse location.
If the LED on the Echo does not light when plugged
into the 7-way connector, the +12V power pin may not
have power from the vehicle. Visit a CURT authorized
installer to install a power wire to the battery.
• If the phone application cannot connect to the Echo due to an incorrect
or missing PIN, contact CURT Product Support. They will need the
serial number located on the label of your Echo brake controller.
• Clean and store the Echo in a safe, dry place when not in use.
We recommend applying dielectric grease to the terminals.
• Requires tow / haul mode activation and / or load detection on
7-way before the +12V output is activated on the 7-way connector.
Activate tow mode and connect trailer before attempting Bluetooth
connection to the Echo. The LED on the Echo must be on.
• These vehicles may turn off the +12V output to the 7-way connector
when in park or during gear shifting, making the existing vehicle
wiring incompatible with the Echo. To use Echo with these vehicles,
visit a CURT authorized installer to install a power wire to the battery.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
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ECHO
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MOBILE BRAKE CONTROLLER
INSTALLATION MANUAL
Ford F-150 (15 - 17)
Ford F-150 (2018 to Current)
VEHICLE-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
NOTICE
NOTICE
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Some vehicles may require a trailer to be connected
to detect a load and activate the +12V power.
Consult the vehicle owner's manual for vehicle-specific details or
contact CURT Product Support if you are having trouble diagnosing
the issue. Known vehicle-specific requirements are listed below:
If your vehicle comes with a trailering app or towing prep
package, it may be necessary to activate a tow / haul mode using
a push button or in-dash screen menu. This allows power at the
7-way connector of the vehicle.
See the vehicle owner's manual to enable this feature.

Curt Manufacturing ECHO Specifications

General

Brand	Curt Manufacturing
Model	ECHO
Category	Automobile Accessories
Language	English

Summary

Before You Begin

Vehicle-Specific Requirements

Ford F-150 (2018 to Current)

Specific requirements for Ford F-150 models from 2018 onwards regarding towing and brake controller connection.

Ford F-150 (15 - 17)

Specific requirements for Ford F-150 models from 2015-2017 regarding towing and brake controller connection.

Download the Mobile Application

Initial Setup for Bluetooth Connection

Enable Bluetooth and Device Pairing

Instructions for enabling Bluetooth on your device and pairing it with the Echo controller via the app.

Connect and Pair Echo Controller

Steps to launch the app, scan for the Echo controller, and complete the Bluetooth pairing process.

Trailer Connection and Calibration

Procedure for plugging the trailer into the Echo controller and the subsequent calibration process indicated by LED lights.

Installing the Safety Strap

Strap Installation Steps

Comprehensive steps for installing the safety strap, including fastener and connector insertion, and securing the strap.

Application Setup

Controller Profile Management

Accessing and managing saved controller profiles for different trailers, with options for quick setup.

Application Profile Features

Utilizing the application to create and store unlimited custom trailer profiles for various towing situations.

Activating a Profile

Procedure to select and activate a previously saved trailer profile for use.

Deleting a Profile

Steps to remove a specific trailer profile from the application.

Configuring Profile Settings

Manual Brake Activation

How to activate manual braking by holding the orange button in the app for gradual speed reduction.

Brake Output Indicator

Understanding the blue ring indicator that shows the current level of power applied to trailer brakes.

Max Output Adjustment

Setting the maximum power available to trailer brakes, crucial for initial setup and varying conditions.

Sensitivity Level Adjustment

Tuning trailer aggressiveness during braking for individual driver preference or load changes.

Vehicle Hazard Lights Control

Option to control vehicle hazard lights, preventing trailer brake pulsing during flashing.

Screen Theme Selection

Changing the application's display theme between light and dark modes for user preference.

Test Drive & Adjustment

LED Status Indicator

Condition Notifications

Bluetooth Connection Lost

Notification indicating a loss of Bluetooth connection, with the Echo functioning on saved settings.

Electrical Overload Warning

Warning for electrical overload detected, advising to stop, disconnect, and reinspect trailer wiring.

Trailer Disconnection Danger

Danger alert for trailer 7-way disconnection, requiring stopping, reinspection, and reconnection.

Troubleshooting Guide

Product Registration

Customer Feedback