By trying a second trailer, you've pretty well eliminated your tow vehicle as being the issue. My suspicion is that the trailer connector on the trailer is either damaged or corroded which is preventing the signal from the brake controller from reaching the trailer brakes. The fact that the brakes work normally with the break away pin pulled would tend to back this up, as the break away system connects in downstream of the trailer connector. If you need to replace the 7-way connector on... view full answer...
Since you're getting a signal issue while your Furrion Camera System # FOS43TASF monitor is closer to the camera it could be an issue with it not receiving enough power or that the antenna # 772577 on the camera or monitor is damaged and not properly sending the signal.
You can solve the lack of power issue by using the 7-Way Vehicle Power Adapter w/ Power Switch for Furrion RV Observation Camera # FR87PR, or my personal preference, installing the PWM Filter # VGR64VR. This filter splices... view full answer...
Yes, make sure you are only using the Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller Item # C51180 you referenced. Any other brake controller should not be used at the same time. This is taken directly from the Echo instruction manual and should walk you through the initial set up again.
Starting with the output adjustment, drive forward on a dry and level paved or concrete surface. At approximately 25 mph, apply the vehicle's brakes. If trailer braking is insufficient, increase the max output setting... view full answer...
Since all fuses are good and your jack works with shore power, it sounds the 12v from your vehicle's 7 way trailer connector is not reaching your jack's motor. I would start by making sure your aux 12v pin on the vehicle's 7 way connector is showing 12v; use a tester like LCD Digital Circuit Tester # PTW2992. If it is not getting 12v then trace that circuit on your vehicle to check for any cracked or broken wires and also double check the fuses. If you are getting 12v on that pin then use... view full answer...
From what I've determined, the OEM brake controller on your Silverado isn't compatible with electric over hydraulic braking systems. If your were using a HydraStar brake actuator like # HBA16, the # HBA-CAM adapter unit you mentioned would work great, but it's not compatible with the Dexter EOH actuator according to HydraStar, so it wouldn't be a good choice.
Your best bet will be to install an EOH-compatible aftermarket brake controller. For a more traditional controller, the Tekonsha... view full answer...
When you don't have a trailer hooked up to your 2007 Silverado, the 5 o'clock pin where the brake controller output is, should not have any power until you put a draw on that wire with your test light like circuit tester # PTW2993. As soon as a draw is placed on that pin, there should be a dim light that should increase in intensity as you hit the manual override slide on your controller. A proportional brake controller will not show braking because you are not moving except with the... view full answer...
I have seen some reviews that mentioned the color on the monitor of the Drive Wireless RV Backup Camera System w/ Night Vision # 324-000002 and we have noticed that on some occasions the monitors were set to night mode. You'll want to go into the camera settings in the menu and make sure that the settings are correct; it's possible that the settings are incorrect and you'll need to adjust them accordingly. view full answer...
It could be that something internally is messed up with your Prodigy P2 # 90885 but it is weird that they both started acting up at the same time. There are a few things that we can check first to see if it is the brake controller or some wiring on your vehicles. Start off by checking the stoplight/CHMSL fuse to ensure that it is in good working order.
Since the display is reading just fine during the use of the manual override I would try testing the wire that the red wire on your P2s... view full answer...
It sounds as if you have a proportional-style brake controller. A proportional controller will only output power to the brake magnets if the vehicle is in motion. When the vehicle is stationary, you can test the trailer brakes by using the manual brake switch on your brake controller.
If you have a time-delayed type controller, voltage should be output to the trailer brakes when the tow vehicle brakes are applied. If it doesn't, you'll want to check the CHMSL (third brake lamp) fuse in... view full answer...
Your 2014 Chevy Silverado should not need the adapter part # 20142 to allow the running lights to work. Your truck is not known for having LED trailer taillights cause issues. I would first try inspecting the trailer connector on your truck to see if you can find any corrosion on the running light circuit (11:00 position). While you are there turn on the headlights of your truck and use a circuit tester like part # PTW2993 to test to see if voltage is on that circuit. If not, check the... view full answer...
There may be some connections that you will need to make under the hood to make everything fully functional. For some reason Chevy does not always complete the factory tow package wiring. It sounds like this is what is going on with your truck since the brake controller is not sensing the trailers.
Since you used a plug and play type of harness on the truck that must mean your 2007 is a Classic series and not a New Body style (2007 was a split year). I have included a link to a help article... view full answer...
Some hitches just are more finnicky than others when it comes to releasing the jaws. You've done everything right by keeping the hitch and jaws maintained and lubricated so there's nothing that's going to make your hitch easier to unlatch other than making sure the trailer is totally level and straight like you already have mentioned.
Curt recently redesigned the Q series hitches with the A series like the A25 part # C16180 which was done to help with the jaw issues of the Q series. The... view full answer...
If your taillight does not work when your trailer is connected you will need to follow some troubleshooting steps. in order to determine the specific problem you will need to use a circuit tester such as # PTW2979 to test the connector on your Silverado after disconnecting it from your trailer. Check the wiring going into your harness from your tail lights to see if those wires are carrying the correct signals, if not then the issue is with the vehicle wiring.
If the signals going to... view full answer...
The M12-1.75 x 40mm hex bolts that come with the etrailer.com Trailer Hitch Receiver # E98865 should fit the weldnuts on your 2009 Chevrolet Equinox as they have been tested and confirmed to work with your specific vehicle.
A lot of times weldnuts get debris in them which makes starting the bolts pretty difficult. If you haven't already tried spraying penetrating oil like WD-40 and letting it soak for 5 minutes then cleaning it with a brush like part # 814092, do that and see if it makes... view full answer...
When you step on the brakes or use the manual override, the light on the Tekonsha Voyager Brake Controller, # 39510, should turn red. If it is not turning red, this could indicate several possible issues.
You may not be getting a signal on the brake controller red wire. Use a circuit tester like # 3808 to probe the red wire when you step on the brake pedal. If it shows a signal, then it is working, if it does not, test the corresponding pin on the truck where it plugs in. It could be... view full answer...
There are a few things to check before we get to new brake assemblies (although that may be the case as well). It would also help to know some context too like if the brakes have worked previously, if this is a new-to-you trailer and you're trying to get everything operational, or even if you've owned the trailer for a long time but haven't used it for a long time. Here are the preliminary steps for you to take:
Start by checking to see if power is getting to the brakes. Connect your trailer... view full answer...
I can definitely help you troubleshoot the issue.
The first thing you need to do is make sure to check your grounds. Grounds should always be mounted to a clean piece of metal on the frame that does not have any rust/corrosion.
Secondly, even though you said you already tested the connection, I recommend checking the 9 o'clock pin specifically on your truck's side. This is because the 9 o'clock pin on your vehicle's side is the pin responsible for your right turn/brake lights. If you... view full answer...
The plug-in adapter you have on your Silverado is the correct one. We buy them in bulk so the number can be different, but I did verify that the harness you have will work fine.
You need to disconnect the plug-in adapter and find the vehicle side pin that matches up with the pin on the plug-in adapter connected to the black pin. use a circuit tester like part # PTW2993 to make sure you are getting power.
I have attached a link to a helpful article that explains how to install a brake... view full answer...
If you disconnect the red wire from where it is connected to the truck and the problem stops then that indicates a problem along that red wire. The red wire tells the brake controller you are stepping on the brakes but when you use the manual override without the brake pedal it sends voltage on the red wire to light up the brake lights on the truck.
If there is a short inside the brake controller that could be why this is happening. You would have to replace the brake controller in that... view full answer...
If no lights are coming on when you plug your trailer into your 2007 Chevy Silverado 1500, new body style, there are a few fuses you will need to check. The fuse box that has all the trailer functions is the one located under the hood, and I did include a diagram as well as the number location and function below.
Fuse 1: Right Trailer Stop/ Turn Lamp
Fuse 3: Left Trailer Stop/ Turn Lamp
Fuse 6: Trailer Brake Controller
Fuse 10: Trailer Back-up Lamps
Fuse 25: Trailer Park Lamps
You can... view full answer...
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