How to wire a trailer brake controler in a Subaru Forester?

Here’s how I wired my 2014 Forester for trailer lights and brakes. 2) I located the Forester plug behind the plastic interior panel just forward of the rear tail light on the drivers side . 3) I plugged the etrailer part into the forester plug and then routed the wiring down and out through the rubber plug below the spare tire.

Do you need trailer brakes on a Subaru?

My local Subaru dealership tells me that these cars are not supposed to use trailer brakes and that they can tow 2,700lbs without it, the manual says trailer brakes are REQUIRED over 1,000 lbs and that ELECTRIC trailer brakes are recommended.

Where does the trailer brake controler plug in?

I.E. does the controller plug into an under dash subaru plug and where would I tap into the electrical system to hook up the round plug at the rear of the vehicle I believe the trailer will be delivered with a seven prong round plug. thanks for the help.

How much does it cost to install a Subaru brake controller?

While attempting to install my brake controller wiring, a $500 wire harness melted, requiring a $107 tow to the dealer and approximately $1,400 in labor/diagnostic fees to replace the broken components at my dealership. It appears Subaru doesn’t provide a connector to plug right into like other manufacturers.

How to wire a trailer brake controler without brake control?

I don’t have an answer, but the Subaru install guide shows what’s involved to install a light controller without brake control. That’s what’s available with the stock harness. It’s a starting point. Harness guide.