Once an overload condition has ceased then the circuit breaker should reset itself. It is mounted on the outside of jack # UF38-944017 but should not need any persuasion to reset. If the jack is not powering on it could be that an overload or short still exists or something else in the electrical system from the power source to the jack is not working properly.
You will also need to check the in line fuse. If it is blown the jack will not operate. If all the wiring is done correctly and... view full answer...
You may have a blown stop light or CHMSL fuse on your 2011 GMC Yukon. Use the owners manual to locate the fuses. There also may be some connections that need to be made under the hood of the Yukon to make everything fully functional. This is common on GM vehicles, even those with a factory tow package. I have included a link to a help article that explains these connections. view full answer...
Sounds like the problem is on the trailer side of the equation based on what you described and how the controller seems to be wired up and working properly.
First thing I would check is corrosion on the trailer connectors. A dirty trailer connector can cause the problem you are experiencing as it would prevent the brake signal from reaching the trailer's brakes. Next you should check the grounds of your brake assemblies. Make sure they are attached to a clean metal surface. Or, preferably... view full answer...
The likely issue is that a fuse is missing or there are additional connections that need to be made under the hood of your 2007 GMC Yukon XL. This is common for GM trucks and SUVs and it is easy to get everything working. I have included a link to a help article that explains the connections under the hood. The owners manual will show the the specific location of the brake controller fuse.
The help article also covers the tow package wiring colors and functions on the vehicle. Make sure... view full answer...
There must be a short on the wiring of the trailer you are towing or on the tow vehicle. Sounds like it has to do with the running lights and the 12 volt power circuit. Since it only happens when the trailer is connected I would expect it to be on the trailer side of the situation.
Check out the 7-way wiring diagram I attached and compare that to how the 7-way of the trailer is wired. You would also need to look for obvious signs of a short like cut or exposed wiring or corrosion.
If... view full answer...
After talking to some of my fellow experts, I may have a solution for you. The cause of your issue may be that the connectors have built up corrosion since the last time you have used them and it is causing the power to be blocked or be sent down a different wire.
You will want to check your connectors to ensure they are free of corrosion and moisture. It is also possible that the wiring may not be connected properly or that it may be damaged. You can use a circuit tester such as the #... view full answer...
You will want to make sure that the 5-Way portion of the adapter is pinned out to match the 5-Way on the trailer. You will need a circuit tester like # PTW2993. Test the adapter when it is plugged into the 7-Way on your 2008 GMC Yukon to determine which pin is for the running lights. Then make sure the corresponding pin on the trailer side connector matches. If not, you will need to re-pin either the trailer side connector or the adapter to match.
If there is no signal at the adapter,... view full answer...
According the the manual, the overload warning appears when the P3 # 90195 detects an excessive current overload condition during operation. The first thing I would do is check the 7-way connection on your 2002 GMC Yukon XL and trailer for any corrosion and clean it out. You may also want to apply dielectric grease like # 11755 for added protection once this is done.
If you are still getting the warning you should check all of your ground connections for the trailer brakes. Make sure they... view full answer...
I'm not sure which coupler that is, but I can say that a certain amount of rattling is to be expected because of the space needed to allow the ball to turn inside the coupler-especially with an adjustable coupler. With that being said, you can always test to make sure your connection is secure by using a jack to lift the nose of your trailer while the coupler is hitched to your tow vehicle. As long as the coupler remains locked to the hitch ball when the jack is raised then you can at least... view full answer...
Yes the issue is related to the wire gauge you have. You need to go with 10 gauge wire like part # 10-1-1 (sold by foot) to deliver the amperage and voltage needed for your brakes to activate. 14 or 16 gauge wire is no where near heavy enough for this task. view full answer...
Since we know that the trailer brakes do work since they work with your 2011 Ford F-150, the issue must be with the factory brake controllers in the 2013 Silverado and 2014 GMC Yukon XL Denali. The fact that they are GM vehicles is a clue. Sometimes, for whatever reason, GM will not make the tow package fully functional at the factory. You would have to make some connections under the hood.
Even though I have not heard of this being an issue on models with factory installed brake controllers,... view full answer...
The Fastway e2 Weight Distribution System, # FA94-00-0800, has a built in sway control system and will not support additional sway control systems.
A few things that you can check to help with sway issues is to make sure the tongue weight of your trailer is about 10 to 15 percent of your gross trailer weight by adding more weight to the front of the trailer. Too much weight at the back of the trailer can cause trailer sway as well.
You could also raise the L-brackets or add washers to... view full answer...
It sounds like you are having trouble with the signals and getting power to your trailer connector on your 2003 GMC Yukon XL. The type of trailer socket that carries reverse light signals is the 7-way type, like # 37185, which is included in our 7-way installation kit # ETBC7.
Since you did not detect signals when you checked your wiring harness plugs, check the main ground wire to ensure it is tightly attached to a clean bare metal spot on the vehicle. A weak ground can cause some lighting... view full answer...
It sounds like you are saying the brake circuit on the 2011 GMC Yukon XL (5 o'clock pin on vehicle 7-Way) has constant 3.6V no matter if the brake pedal or manual override on the brake controller is used or not. Start off by disconnecting the Yukon from the trailer and then testing the pin for the brake controller circuit with a circuit tester like # PTW2992 to see if there is constant power on the trailer side (could be backfeed from breakaway battery) or the vehicle side.
If there is... view full answer...
It sounds like something is drawing full power on the brake output of your Tekonsha Primus IQ Brake Controller # TK90160. This is most likely the reason why the display is showing 12. According to the User Manual, the power output range is from 0.0 to 13. To determine the cause we'll need to test a few things.
Start by severing the blue wire coming out the back of your Primus IQ, leaving a few inches of wire to reconnect later. Use a circuit tester like # PTW2993 to check for power. The... view full answer...
The error code - - if it is on the bottom means the Prodigy is mounted at too low an angle. If the dashes are at the top, then the Prodigy is mounted to high an angle. This can simply be that it got bumped and needs to be adjusted back to proper position for function. The newer models of the Prodigy controller like P2 # 90885 and P3 # 90195 do not have that mounting specification required. view full answer...
Your 3500-lb pop-up camper trailer is well within the towing capacity of the 2015 GMC Yukon XL but when a trailer is more than half the weight of the tow vehicle, which is the case for your set-up, there can be handling issues.
The best remedy is to use a weight distribution/sway control (WD/SC) system that does two important things for your towing experience. First, these systems are able to shift some of the trailer's tongue weight (TW) forward, back to the Yukon's front axle. This... view full answer...
If the lights at the middle of your trailer are connected to the turn signal circuit then they will go solid when the brake lights are activated since trailers are wired with a two wire system. There really is no easy fix for this problem that I am aware of.
One option is to wire a connector with an extra circuit, if your Yukon has separate yellow turn signals at the rear, I believe most do, you could use a 5-Way connector set like the 5-Way Flat Trailer Wiring Kit, item # HM47890, and... view full answer...
If you have no power on the brake controller output terminal of your 7-way (which is the 5 o'clock pin) then you most likely have a short in your wire or a bad brake controller. I recommend starting your troubleshooting using a circuit tester like # PTW2993 on that pin. If when you hit the manual override on your brake controller, you get no power as you increase the output with the manual override then I recommend next checking directly behind that connector which is normally a blue... view full answer...
It is interesting that you only hear the buzzing noise when you turn your running lights on. Typically this is a sounds that comes from the brake magnets as you mentioned and shouldn't be an issue, especially if your Prodigy P2 # 90885 and your trailer brakes are functioning normally. You are seeing a little voltage on that brake controller output pin because the P2 sends a pulse charge to sense if a trailer is connected or not.
You may want to do a little poking around with your wiring... view full answer...
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