Troubleshooting Trailer Connection Disconnecting Periodically
Question:
I have checked and thought i found the problem. I fixed what i thought it was a which was a wire that was disconnected. I have been towing my trailer for 2 days now and i get a message on my dashboard say “check trailer wiring” then “trailer brake connected” the next second. Would you have any clue to what is causing this problem.
asked by: Julian A
Expert Reply:
Your issue is almost always corrosion on the brake output circuit pin of your 7-way which causes the connection to the trailer to become intermittent. Take some sandpaper to the pins of your trailer connectors and you'll see the problem go away.
I attached a help article on brake controller troubleshooting for you to check out as well.
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Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller - Dash Knob - 2 Braking Modes - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Dash-Mounted Knob
- Hidden
- Up to 3 Axles
- Indicator Lights
- Redarc
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