Expert Answers about Chevrolet Colorado

• How to Wire 7-Way Vehicle Socket by Function
• I can see from your photo that your 7-way wiring has heavier-gauge black and white wires. In 7-way setups typically these will be +12V auxiliary power (black) and ground (white). Those wires need to be thicker than the other wires for lights. You can refer to the photo of a 7-way socket like # 37185 to see how the various circuits are arranged for the RV wiring format. Since the actual wire colors may not always match the diagram you will want to make your connections based on these functions,...
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• Is There a Plug-In Adapter for Brake Controller on 2019 Chevy Colorado with Factory 7-Way
• There is no plug-in wiring adapter for a brake controller on a 2019 Chevy Colorado; most brake controllers such as the Prodigy P3 # 90195 will need to be hardwired into the vehicle. For this you can use the Replacement Brake Control Plug-In Harness for Tekonsha # 20127. The wires for your '19 Colorado are already run and you can use the video I linked showing the install of a Prodigy on an '18 Colorado as a guide for installation. You can also use the Replacement Mounting Bracket Kit...
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• Installation and Recommendation of Tekonsha Brake Controller on a 2015 Chevy Colorado Z71 4X4
• Good news, I can help. It looks like if you get the tow package on the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado the wiring for the brake controller is already run for you located behind the kick panel on the left inside of the driver's seat. See image I've attached for this location. Our installer recommended trimming back the tape that was holding the wires so that it was long enough to work with the included 12-inch-long universal pigtail connector. See 2 minute 50 second mark of the video I've linked...
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• Where to Find Torque Values for Trailer Hitch Installation Hardware
• Because the hitch companies have been known to change/update the hitch mounting hardware's torque values over time, we don't publish the specific torque values as we wouldn't want folks to have outdated information that could cause a safety problem. The specific torque values for the Draw-Tite # 76004 Class III hitch are mentioned on the install sheet on page 3, just after step # 10. I'll link you to an install video that you might find helpful, as well as to a pdf copy of the installation...
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• Install Video for Roadmaster Base Plate Kit on 2019 Chevy Colorado
• Yes I attached an install video that shows the Roadmaster EZ5 base plate kit # RM-523182-5 installed on a 2019 Chevy Colorado for you to check out.
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• Will Aftermarket Trailer Brake Controller Interface with Stabilitrak and TSC on 2016 Chevy Colorado
• A proportional brake controller, like the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 # 90195, uses a few different features to activate the brakes on your trailer. First of all it has an inertia sensor inside that helps it determine how much braking power needs to be applied. the second part of activating the brakes involves the stop light switch on your 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. Once you press your brake pedal the stop light switch will send a signal to the brake controller to activate the trailer brakes at the...
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• Instructions for Installing the Rhino-Rack Heavy-Duty Bar Roof Rack for Camper Shells
• Installing the Rhino-Rack Heavy-Duty Bar Roof Rack for Camper Shells # Y01-140B is pretty straightforward in that you will install the rails by using a 6.5mm drill bit to drill holes in your roof and then after that it's a simple manner of securing everything down with the included parts. We do recommend using some form of sealant like the TremPro 644 # 0160297 to help keep water out of your camper shell. We don't have any installation videos at this time, but we do have the installation...
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• Help Finding Cold Side Stop Light Switch Wire In 2010 GMC Canyon To Install Trailer Brake Controller
• I am sorry to hear you are having a hard time finding the correct cold side stop light switch wire on your 2010 GMC Canyon. When we installed the Tekonsha Primus IQ # TK90160 on a similar 2005 Colorado we found the the cold side of the stop light switch wire was the light blue wire as you can see at the 8:00 minute mark of the included video. I recommend using a circuit tester like # PTW2993 to verify that this wire is still the same on your 2010 model year.
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• Does Derale Transmission Cooler fit 2017 Chevy Colorado
• The Derale Series 8000 Plate-Fin Transmission Cooler Kit # D13501 will absolutely fit your 2017 Chevy Colorado without any type of 90 degree adapters. The key is just ensuring the correct length of hose; that is a pretty open area so you will have plenty of room for installation. I have added a link to a video showing the installation of a Derale transmission cooler on a 2017 GMC Canyon - which is the same thing as a Colorado - which has the connections on the sides of the radiator so you...
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• Installing a Brake Controller in 2004 Chevy Colorado
• A fuse is not going to take the place of circuit breakers when installing a brake controller on your 2004 Chevy Colorado, you would need to use the breakers included with the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7. You will also need 4-way Wiring Harness # 118301 for your Colorado if one is not installed. As for the brake controller itself, I strongly recommend the Prodigy P3 # 90195; it is the most popular model we carry due to its effectiveness and ease of use....
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• How to Install Tire Chains on 2016 Chevrolet Colorado
• For your 2016 Chevrolet Colorado, you should only install tire chains on your rear tires. You can check your owners manual for instructions on the best way to use tire chains on truck. Make sure to use our fitguide to get the best fit for your tires. For tire size 255/65-17, the Titan Chain Snow Tire Chains # TC2828 you were looking at are super heavy-duty chains with V-bar links that really bite into the ice. It also good that you're using rubber tensioners like # TCMA2 to make sure that...
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• Can a Tail Light Isolating Diode System Be Used on a Chevy Colorado with Separate Brake Light
• Yes, you can use the 4-Diode System, part # 38955, to wire your Colorado. As you pointed out, the turn and brake signals will not longer be on separate bulbs. The diodes should be sealed enough that they will hold up mounted near the tail lights. I would not put them in direct exposure to rain or road water. I would mount them behind the tail light housings using the light fixture seal to block out most of the rain water. I would also use a dab of dieletric grease, part # 11755, at each...
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• Is Plug-in Adapter Available To Install Brake Controller On 2016 Chevrolet Colorado
• There is no plug under the dash of your Colorado, so you will have to hardwire your brake controller. The wires are located on the left side of the truck behind a kick panel on the driver side. I have attached a link to an installation video you can check out to see how the brake controller is installed. You can use a circuit tester like part # PTW2993 to check the wires by function.
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• Installing Advent Air 15,000-btu AC Unit ACCOL150 in Place of Coleman Mach
• Replacing your Class A Jayco RV's Coleman Mach 13,000-BTU rooftop AC unit with an Advent Air 15,000-BTU unit # ACCOL150 requires removal of the old unit and both electrical and duct connection of the replacement. The included adapter kit lets you use the Advent Air with your existing Coleman ceiling vent and thermostat and the included gasket seals the unit to your RV roof.
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• Installation of Brake Controller on a 2008 Chevrolet Colorado Z71 With 4-Way Connector
• The 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will only have the wiring for a brake controller if your vehicle came with a factory 7-Way connector on the rear of your truck. To install a brake controller on your Colorado with a 4-Way you will need to hardwire the brake controller using the Brake Controller 7 & 4 Way Installation Kit, part # ETBC7. This kit will have a 7 and 4 Way connector that plugs into your existing 4-Way and all of the wiring and circuit breakers needed to install the connector at the...
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• Brake Controller Recommendation and Install for a 2016 Chevy Colorado
• To install a brake controller in a 2016 Chevy Colorado you will have to wire the controller to the 4 wires under the dash of the truck like in the video you mentioned (that is also linked.) There won't be an adapter available for this vehicle that allows one to plug right in as Chevy designed your vehicle to have the controller install like this. Instead of putting a port for the brake controller they just gave the 4 blunt cut wires. For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy...
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• Replacement Stereo For A Furrion DV7200 RV Stereo
• I took a look at the Jensen Mechless RV Stereo # JWM20, and compared it to your existing the Furrion Mechless RV Stereo # DV7200, which is no longer available, and it appears that both the Furrion DC7200 and the Jensen # JWM20 have 10 wires. The Jensen stereo # JWM20 will install the same way the Furrion DV7200 stereo does, and will need to be hardwired as an adapter is not offered. This is very common, as you're always going to have to hardwire a new stereo. Each wire will be labeled...
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• Testing Wiring Colors of Reverse Lights to Determine Which to Run to LED Light
• We don't have a wiring color we can give you to help you determine which you'd need to use but we can help you determine which is correct. Use a circuit tester like part # PTW2993 to test the wiring of the lights to see which has power when the reverse light on.
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• How To Install The SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System On A 2017 Chevy Colorado
• The owners manual states that you must remove the negative battery cable in order to flat tow the vehicle however, according to Roadmaster and multiple installations we have performed, you will only need to remove the positive terminal as the negative terminal will still need to be attached in order for proper functionality. To do this you will need the Roadmaster Automatic Battery Disconnect with Switch for Towed Vehicle w/ Supplemental Braking System part # RM-766 as this will allow you...
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• Front Mount Hitch Receiver for a 2015 Chevy Colorado
• Yes, the installation instructions for Curt front mount receiver # C31074 are linked on the right hand side of its product page. I have also included a link to them for you here. This receiver does fit your 2015 Chevy Colorado and the front skid plate will need to be removed and/or trimmed.
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