What is a Brake Controller and How do the Brakes on a Trailer Work
Question:
1993 Award travel Trailer How do the brakes work?? What is a break controller??? Where is the fuse box ?? Thank you!
asked by: Cheryl
Helpful Expert Reply:
The brakes on a trailer work by either using a hydraulic system with a surge brake actuator, like part # T43397007K, or by a brake controller in the tow vehicle sending a signal back to the electric trailer brakes. Controllers like the P3 # 90195 have different settings and a manual override for emergency braking situations.
I am not sure where the fuse box would be located on your 1993 Award Travel Trailer but the one for your tow vehicle should be under the hood. You can find the locations for the fuse box in the manual whether you are referring to the trailer or your vehicle.
If you have brakes on your trailer and you need a brake controller in your tow vehicle just let me know the year/make/model of your vehicle and if it has a tow package and I can help you get everything setup for towing your Award trailer. Review videos for the parts mentioned have been linked for you to check out.
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 Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator - Drum - Multi-Fit Ball - Bolt On - 7,000 lbs
- Brake Actuator
- Surge Brake Actuator
- Straight Tongue Coupler
- Bolt-On
- 7000 lbs GTW
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball Coupler
- 2 Inch Ball Coupler
- Drum Brakes
- No Lockout
- Dexter
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