Can the Factory Brake Controller be Bypassed on a 2007 GMC Sierra New Body Style
Question:
I have a 2007 gmc 2500 with factory brake control installed. It has definitely hayed out on me. Nothing wrong with camper. I am looking for an aftermarket brake controller to by pass the factory installed controller. From what I understand if I get this controller, I will need to hook the blue wire up from controller back to the trailer connector at end of truck. I would not hook up the blue wire from controller to the blue wire in truck harness. Is that correct. I have the new body style 2007 gmc 2500 and from what I have read, it is not an option to use the plug and play adapter
asked by: Jimmy C
Helpful Expert Reply:
Yes, you can bypass the factory brake controller on your 2007 GMC Sierra new body style. You will need to add enough 10 gauge blue wire, # 10-1-1, to reach from the cab of the truck to the 7-Way at the rear of the truck. It is sold in 1 foot increments so a quantity of 1 would be 1 foot. I would recommend at least 20 feet.
I have included a link to a help article that explains the process of bypassing the factory controller for you. For a brake controller I recommend the P2 # 90885 because it is easy to set up and use and is compatible with electric over hydraulic brakes.
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Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
- Dash Mount
- Up to 4 Axles
- LED Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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Tekonsha Voyager Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Manual Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
- Dash Mount
- Up to 4 Axles
- Indicator Lights
- Up to 90 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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