Should Trailer Brakes Lock Up with Factory Brake Controller?
Question:
On newer vehicles with abs brakes and factory brakes controller will the trailer brakes lock up when using ? Dexter said that they are trying to get away from the brakes locking up cause if could cause loss of control of the trailer ?should trailer brakes lock up?
asked by: Doug C
Expert Reply:
Trailer brakes should not lock up for safety reasons as you stated. I recommend using the brake controller adjustment to get your brakes to apply aggressively for an emergency stop situation, but not lock up. The factory brake controller will be adjustable, but may not have the same capabilities as an aftermarket controller. If your adjustments cannot get the brakes to function without locking up, I recommend changing out your brake controller to the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 # 90195 which will give you the adjustability/versatility needed. Your ABS brakes should not effect the braking function of your trailer.
Products Referenced in This Question
Tekonsha Prodigy P3 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
- LCD Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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Dexter Trailer Axle w/ Electric Brakes - 5 on 4-1/2 Bolt Pattern - 89" Long - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- Standard Spindles
- Electric Brakes
- 3500 lbs
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- 74 Inch Long
- 89 Inch Long
- No Drop or Lift
- Dexter
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