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Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Ford, Lincoln, Mercury

Part Numbers: 90885,3035-P

Our Price: $168.07
Trailer Brake Controller

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Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
part number: 90885

This proportional brake controller keeps it simple with intuitive controls that are easy to use. Includes a large, digital LED display, 3 boost levels, battery protection, and continuous diagnostics.

Features:

  • Brake controller activates trailer brakes in proportion to your vehicle's braking action
    • Automatically adjusts trailer's braking based on deceleration of tow vehicle
  • Simple controls make it easy to operate the controller
    • Gain setting lets you adjust the amount of power sent to the trailer's brakes
    • 3 Boost levels let you adjust initial braking power and aggressiveness
    • Built-in, rotary-style manual override lever is within easy reach for controlling trailer sway or stopping in emergencies
  • Auto-dimming, blue LED display is easy to read
    • Automatically adjusts screen brightness based on the current lighting conditions
  • Built-in safeguards protect your vehicle, trailer, and the controller
    • Runs continuous diagnostic checks to alert you to any potential problems
    • Minimizes drain on car battery by drawing only 3.6 milliamps when not in use
    • Prevents trailer brakes from overheating by reducing power output to them during prolonged stops
    • Defends brake controller and trailer breakaway systems against shorts
  • Automatic leveling lets you mount at any angle up and down for an easy installation
    • Controller must be parallel with direction of travel and horizontally level
    • Mounting bracket and hardware included
    • Included harness hardwires to vehicle and plugs into controller
    • Plug-in, vehicle-specific brake-control adapter available for select vehicles to reduce installation time
  • Quick-disconnect feature lets you easily remove and store the controller when you don't need it
    • Replacement wiring harness (sold separately) and replacement bracket (7686 - sold separately) required to swap controller between vehicles


Specs:

  • Application: trailers with up to 4 axles (8 brake assemblies)
    • Compatible with electric or electric-over-hydraulic trailer brakes
  • Dimensions: 5-1/8" long x 3-1/8" wide x 2" tall
  • Length of hardwire pigtail: 30"
  • Mounting: 360 degrees vertically
  • Limited lifetime warranty


Gain Power Adjustment

Tekonsha Prodigy P2 gain

You can adjust the gain (also known as output) with the thumbwheel on the front of the controller. Gain lets you set the maximum amount of power that will be applied to your trailer's brakes. A heavier trailer will need more power to achieve smooth, safe braking, while a lighter trailer will need less. Typically, the gain is only readjusted when you experience changing road conditions or if the weight of your trailer changes.


Power Boost for Heavy-Duty Towing

The boost setting controls the aggressiveness of your trailer's braking, meaning how quickly the brakes reach the maximum braking level. You can adjust this when you're towing heavy loads and you need more umph to bring your trailer to a stop. Your tow vehicle doesn't need that much power to brake in time, but your heavy trailer does.


Depending on the level of boost, your trailer brakes can start at either 13 percent or 25 percent of the set gain. What this means is that, instead of starting at 0, the brakes will start at 25 percent and get to100 percent sooner. This keeps the trailer from pushing your tow vehicle forward.


If your trailer weighs less than your tow vehicle, no boost is needed. But, if you want your trailer to lead the braking, you can select level B1.


Boost Levels:

Approximate Gross Trailer Weight Boost Level Increase in Initial Power Output
Less than tow vehicle GVW B1 13%
Equal to tow vehicle GVW B1 or B2 13% or 25%
Up to 25% more than tow vehicle GVW B2 or B3* 25%
Up to 40% more than tow vehicle GVW B3* 25%

*Both B2 and B3 offer a 25-percent boost in initial power. But the braking curve for B3 is more aggressive than that of B2. This means that, even though you will start out with the same intensity when using these boost levels, you will get an overall more aggressive braking experience with the higher level. So if you use B3, you will reach maximum braking sooner than if you use B2.


Safety Features

The Prodigy P2 offers key safety features to prevent damage to various components of your towing setup. Integrated reverse battery protection shields the brake controller and your trailer's breakaway system from shorts. When the P2 is not in use, it will be in power-saving mode. In this setting, it draws only 3.6 milliamps, minimizing drain on your vehicle's battery.


The P2 also comes equipped with a hold feature to prevent wear on your brakes. When you're waiting at a red light, you don't need your trailer brakes on at full power. The longer you sit there, the more they will overheat. But with the P2, any time your tow vehicle and trailer are at a standstill with the brakes applied for more than 5 seconds, the hold feature will kick on and reduce power to just 25 percent. This will keep your trailer in place while saving your brakes.


The P2 keeps the manual override within easy reach, great for stopping sway or controlling your trailer's momentum in emergencies. To engage the manual override, just twist the rotary-style lever from right to left. This will activate the trailer's brakes and brake lights without you having to apply the brakes on your tow vehicle, perfect for limiting trailer movement while you're cruising.


The Prodigy P2 also offers diagnostics such as:

  • Open ground
  • Overload
  • Output short
  • Power loss
  • No trailer connection

Automatic Leveling and Simple Installation

The self-leveling feature of the P2 ensures that the brake controller continues to function even as you drive up steep hills or through the mountains. Simply mount it in your cab at any vertical angle, and the controller will level itself automatically thanks to its 360-degree rotational range. This makes the installation that much easier. But keep in mind that the P2 must be horizontally level and parallel with the direction of travel to work correctly.


Prodigy P2 correct mounting

Installation is a snap. After mounting the P2 unit in your cab using the included bracket, hardwire one end of the included pigtail harness directly into your vehicle. The other end plugs into the brake controller. To remove the P2 for storage when you're not using it, just unplug the unit and slide it out of the bracket. With a replacement wiring harness (sold separately) and replacement bracket (P7685 - sold separately), you can even transfer the Prodigy P2 to another vehicle.


Installation Accessories

For even easier installation, a vehicle-specific specific wiring adapter is available for most newer trucks and SUVs. One end of the custom adapter plugs into your vehicle, and the other end plugs into the controller - no hardwiring required.


See also etrailer.com's exclusive 7- and 4-way brake-control installation kit (ETBC7 - sold separately) if you don't already have a 7-way plug at the back of your vehicle.


Note: If a custom brake control wiring adapter is not available for your vehicle, one of the following will be required:

20-Amp circuit breaker (9506P - sold separately) for 2- to 4-brake applications

30-Amp circuit breaker (38630 - sold separately) for 6- to 8-brake applications


Proportional Braking

What is proportional Braking

The Tekonsha Prodigy P2 brake controller comes equipped with proportional braking to give you the best towing experience. Proportional braking means that your trailer brakes mimic your tow vehicle's brakes. If you slam on the brakes in your vehicle, your trailer brakes will activate with the same intensity; if you brake lightly, your trailer brakes lightly too. The trailer's braking is in proportion to your vehicle's braking. This saves wear and tear on the tires and the brakes on both your vehicle and trailer.


The Prodigy P2 uses an internal inertia sensor to detect how your vehicle is braking so it can send the right amount of braking power to your trailer. It measures the inertia of your tow vehicle and activates the trailer's brakes to slow at the same rate. The result is uniform braking across your towing setup. No push-pull action - just smooth, proportional braking every time.



90885 Tekonsha Prodigy P-2 Proportional Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles

Replaces Tekonsha 90185

California residents: click here



Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Ford, Lincoln, Mercury
part number: 3035-P

Install your electric brake controller quickly and easily with this custom wiring adapter. Simply plug one end of the adapter into your brake controller and then plug the other end into the built-in harness beneath your vehicle's dash.

Features:

  • Wiring adapter eases installation of your electric brake controller
  • Custom connector end plugs into the built-in port beneath the dash of your vehicle
  • Other end plugs into the back of your electric brake controller
    • Compatible time-delayed brake controllers: Draw-Tite Activator I (5100), Draw-Tite Activator II (5500), Draw-Tite Activator III (5520) and Tekonsha PowerTrac (39523)
    • Compatible proportional brake controllers: Tekonsha Prodigy (90185), Tekonsha P2 (90885), Tekonsha P3 (90195), Tekonsha Primus IQ (TK90160) and Tekonsha Voyager (39510)
  • Limited 1-year warranty


Installation of Tekonsha Brake Controller Adapter

For most applications, the factory plug is located beneath the dash, near the center console. If you have a Ford full-size van, the harness is underneath and to the left of the steering column. The Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer have 6-pin connectors behind the glove box on the passenger's side. On a Ford 2010 Flex, the connection point is under the front edge of the dash directly below the steering column. On a 2013 Ford Explorer, the connection point could be behind the driver's side kick panel. On a 2014 Ford Explorer, the brake controller port is located by the steering column.


To install your electric brake controller you need to connect the wiring of the controller to your vehicle. Certain manufacturers offer pre-wired options, typically known as tow packages, wherein these wires are run for you from the dash to the trailer connector on the back of your vehicle. Often, a brake controller wiring harness is included with your tow package. This harness plugs into a port beneath your dash and connects to the four wires of the brake controller. If, however, you have a brake controller with a plug in place of the four loose wires, you can use the Tekonsha adapter.


This adapter requires no hardwiring. It is designed to plug directly into your electric brake controller for the simplest installation possible. Because there are no wires to connect, installation is not permanent. You can unplug and remove your brake controller at any time and securely stow it away.



303500 Tekonsha Brake Control Wiring Adapter with 2 Plugs

Replaces Tekonsha 3035 and Tow Ready 20260
Item # 3035-P

California residents: click here




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Customer Reviews

Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional - 90885

Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Ford, Lincoln, Mercury - 3035-P

Average Customer Rating:  4.9 out of 5 stars   (4381 Customer Reviews)

This proportional brake controller keeps it simple with intuitive controls that are easy to use. Includes a large, digital LED display, 3 boost levels, battery protection, and continuous diagnostics. Install your electric brake controller quickly and easily with this custom wiring adapter. Simply plug one end of the adapter into your brake controller and then plug the other end into the built-in harness beneath your vehicle's dash.

by: Shaun03/17/2024

I purchased the brake controller and wiring harness from you all and installed it watching the video on your website. I followed the instructions to an absolute T. Got everything ready and tested the product and got an SH error code for the blue brake wire shorting out. I pinned and measured resistance and everything was coming back fine (4+ ohms resistance). I then hooked a power prope to it to find the short along the frame and nothing. I had power from the female connector all the way up to the brake controller. After 4 hours of troubleshooting, I found that the female trailer connector was shorted internally. See the attached picture. The blue and green ring terminals inside of the female trailer connector were touching. Replaced the trailer connector and now all is well.



by: Albert 01/05/2023

I had a Prodigy P2 controller in my last pickup and was really pleased with it. So wanted to install the same thing in my newer truck Everything worked smoothly on installation. Made the necessary adjustments to controls after hooking to the trailer and it works great!



by: Philip03/04/2016

This is the second one I purchased. The first was 10 years ago and installed in my 06 GMC. It has worked flawlessly allowing for safe and smooth stops from normal braking to a few of the panic stops that had to made over the years. The new owner of the truck likes the way it works too. I have multiple trailers and with one initial setup on the lightest trailer was able to tow all of them without changing anything but the boost setting to compensate for the different trailer weights.
When needing for a controller for my 07 Silverado there was no other unit that would fill the bill. This P2 looks the same except for the blue display instead of the red. The install took 20 minutes using the direct fit cable ordered with the controller. Setup was easy as with the first unit. I wanted the placement above the parking brake pedal so the OBD II connecter had to be moved. I did the same with the 06 GMC. It is a comfortable place to reach and it keeps the light away from the passenger's eyes at night.
As good as the Tekonsha controller is it is even a sweeter deal buying it from etrailer. The quick shipping, excellent pricing and knowledgeable staff are second to none in customer service.



by: Jim10/30/2015

Installed this in my 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport. I thought that I would add some input on installation that would help others.
I found a way to route the power distribution wires in the frame of the Jeep that did not require the use of a fish tape. If you look at the frame just behind the rear tire you will see a hole in the face of the frame. Start pushing the wire bundle foreword. It will rise up and over the U shaped frame portion of the rear axle and then down along the passenger compartment area. About there, you will be running out of pushing stiffness. Look for the wire bundle to appear at a similar hole in the frame in that area. Grab it a and pull out approximately 4 feet and then push it right back in the same hole going foreword. This time you will look for the wire bundle to appear at again a similar hole just foreword of the driver compartment. Now is the time to grab it and start heading up to the engine compartment outside the frame. Do the same procedure for the wire going aft for the plug end of the installation. For the wires going through the firewall, Jeep has conveniently added a nice foam lined hole to route wires through. You will see this hole position in the attached photo with a green wire coming through. The plastic cover around the steering column pulls down from the top and hinges at the bottom. Remove the metal plate with two bolts to get to the brake switch. Twist and pull the brake switch out foreword and go for the brown stripped wire as your brake circuit. Do order the LONG frame bracket adapter for the switch plug at the rear. To drill the steel for the supplied plug bracket just takes too long. Now that you have it installed you will notice that the power will remain on the unit after you turn the key off. Don't sweat this as it will not stay on long. I doubt a few milliamps draw is going to kill your battery!



by: Stan K03/12/2017
2010 Land Rover Range Rover

I ordered the trailer brake adapter harness for my 2010 full size Range Rover.
It fit great and its well made to do the swap,
for others that will read this here is how.
I found the brake connector in the truck was hidden behind the fat harness thats next to the inside left kick panel, just behind the hood release panel
By pulling on the OBD 2 wire harness, I found it was tied to the OBD harness.

Some say that the connector is on the left side of the steering column , in my truck is was on the far side of the fat harness so it was hard to see.

I had to remove the left side console, I removed the screw, then pulled the bottom of the wood panel towards the left door, the 2 pins released, then the panel slides to the rear of the truck to dislodge the top pin.

5 screws secured the lower panel , remove the lamp ,unplug it,
then remove the OBD 2 connector from its mount , slide the gray collar to the left kick panel then the harness pushes up out of its holder.
Plug in your new adapter harness for your trailer brake controller,
Assemble is the reverse of taking it apart.
in the picture the new harness is connected to the gray connector

Stan K.

3/12/2018

This harness works as it should, a good product,



by: Lester03/15/2019
Ford

I ordered a Draw-Tite 5535 Brake Controller & adapter cable 3035-P from etrailer for my 2011 Ford Holiday Rambler F53 Chassis RV to tow my Tow Dolly with electric brakes. I ordered the parts on Saturday and received them on Thursday using economy shipping rate which was great. I received just what I ordered and installed them today (Friday) everything worked perfect and the install was very quick and easy.
0543.jpg is my Brake Controller 5535.
0544.jpg is my Adapter Cable 3035-P.
0548.jpg is a picture of the Ford Factory cable in the RV.
0535.jpg is a picture of the end of the Ford Factory cable that the Adapter Cable 3035-P plugs into.
0550.jpg is a picture of the Brake Controller 5535 installed to the right of the steering wheel.

Lester

3/16/2020

Great no problems, Plug & Play made a hard job easy.



by: Larry L.04/29/2015

The online video showing the installation of the Prodigy P2 trailer brake control into a 2011 Ford Ranger was excellent! It made the installation into my Ranger simple and straight forth.
I have yet to hook up to my travel Trailer and adjust it for brake setting, but all readout displays thus far are as stated in the instructions.
Having previously installed the trailer connector, I did not purchase the installation kit and in retrospect for cost effective and simplicity would recommend anyone to purchase the kit along with the controller.
I believe I am going to be very pleased with this product.
Thank you



by: Duane03/14/2024

I have a Tekonsha controller on my 2001 Chevy Silverado and it worked like a charm for over 18 years.I'm sure that the new Prodigy P2 will do the same.



by: Ron G11/20/2018
Isuzu Rodeo

Multiple products which I purchased from Etrailer to upgrade my Capri Rodeo truck camper. The steps are well made, easy to setup, and extremely helpful in entering and exiting. I set them next to the door when travelling. The trailer brake controller smoothed out the jerking that was a problem for far too long and simple to install. The vent cover was definitely needed as the original had a hole in it. The removal and replacement went well.

Ron G.

11/21/2019

All the items are quality products and still working well.



by: William 05/28/2024

Connected to factory wiring and to Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller without any issues.



by: Michael F. Minnesota08/23/2018
2015 Lincoln Navigator

I'd ordered the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Proportional Trailer Brake Controller (1 to 4 Axles ) on a Monday with a Wednesday delivery date of two days, as I'd specified. I have a Lincoln Navigator that had the factory installed heavy tow package. I had also ordered the adapter connector for Prodigy P2 controller to the Navigator's factory plugin. The entire install took me 15 minutes. I found the video review of the controller quite helpful as it demonstrated how to static set the controller's setting before drive trials and how to set the "boost" settings. Good price and very easy to install.

Michael M.

8/23/2019

The device is still working as advertised!



by: Stephen11/25/2017
2007FordF-150

I haven't towed with the it yet. But installation on my 2007 Ford F150 was pretty simple. The plastic panel I attached it to had steel behind it. So I removed the plastic panel, mounted the bracket, then trimmed the excess length off the screws, and reinstalled the panel. The wiring harness plugged right into the truck's plug under the steering wheel. It seems like a great product, and having the specifc wiring harness for my truck made it simple to install. Sheila was very helpful too. Thanks.

Stephen

11/25/2018

Ive been using it now for a year. It works great!



by: Matt02/24/2014

very nice controller, very smooth and you don't have to mount it flat!! e trailer is the best company i ever worked with. they have pics, video, email support(exellent) and just flat out make it easy for you to do it yourself instead of paying some dirt bag $300 to install at your local trailer shop. i also installed kit #ETBC7 and once agian it was awesome. COMPLETE with DETAILED directions. i'm not a mechanic or hack employee at local trailer shop....BUT dealing with etrailer and there parts made my install very easy and CLEAN!!!



by: Carl05/15/2023

the controller has great reviews, I got it because my factory controller wasn't working well with the new camper that has electric/hydraulic brakes and I was experiencing a 5 second lag for the trailer brakes to come on. this controller works better with a 2 to 3 second lag, need to try a couple different combos on settings, have the boost at 3 (per recommendations) and gain at 2.5 and under hard braking it locks up the trailer tires. going to try boost on 2 and bump up the gain and see if that works better.



by: Brad 05/10/2024

Been one year of ownership now and this controller has performed very well. I would by again for sure.



by: Calvin03/14/2024

Great product! Since I pull my goose neck with electric brakes, with my semi truck tractor, it acts as a interface between the air brakes and the electric trailer brakes, and acts as a Johnson bar if I need to get the trailer back under control.



by: Greg08/30/2018

Great product, very easy install especially with the OEM harness. In about an hour had it installed and trailer set up with controller. Thanks,
Greg



by: Kevin P.03/16/2011

I didn’t have a good location that was reachable while driving so I mounted the controller on top of the dash. I leveled the bracket with a spacer and ran the harness by an access panel. I used about 70’ of the duplex wire due to running the cable to front and then back to the house batteries inside the coach.
The access panel made it easy to make the connections and run the wires through the firewall.
I mounted the 40 AMP and 30 AMP circuit breakers up front in the main fuse panel box. I drilled a hole through the box and firewall to run the wires from the brake controller to the breaker and to the blue wire for the tow connection at the back of the coach.
I ran the battery connections to my house batteries up front instead of using the engine batteries in the back.
I found the brake connection wire under the coach in front directly below the brake pedal.
I mounted the converter in a beam in the back with lots of zip ties



by: Mai N.01/26/2012

Great Brake Controller This was my first time using a brake controller and installing one as well. The directions were easy to follow for both the install and setup.

2012 Ram



by: Tom05/21/2021

Worked out perfectly for me, super easy installation with adapter harness. Work's flawlessly, easy one hand gain control with control's on front. My truck had nice cubby it fit in so out of the way and seamless look. Thanks for a great product and service.

Tom

6/14/2022

Working great, easy install



by: Garry in Indio06/25/2017

Used in conjunction with harness kit for my 2002 tundra, this year has no provisions for towing trailer with electric brakes.
The controler itself has proven itself nicely, with no issues with installation or use, adjust easily.
The mounting location I chose may have some slight interference issues with legs on taller people, but I have not had any @ 5'11". The truck is a midsized so room is more limited. I'm towing a tandem 14' trialer with 4 seat RZR, tracking and stopping is perfect, even under hard breaking.



by: David03/03/2024

The Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Brake Controller arrived on time and is just what I needed. The installation and operating instructions are easy to understand and should make installation a breeze. I'll give an update after I get it installed.



by: John 05/20/2024

The harness coupled into truck fitting as shown.Installation was easy. Looks nice on dash-board. All-around well made product.



by: Wayne08/18/2021

Easy plug and play installation on my 2007 Mountaineer. So much better than having to wire the whole thing myself.

Wayne S.

8/19/2022

Still working just fine. The Tekonsha controller and adapter performed fine on a long tow from NJ to OK and back last year, and I suspect they will continue to work just fine in the future. Definitely the way to go if the factory wiring is present.



by: David L06/07/2024

Excellent Company to do Business with, Very Easy Transaction, Shipment very Fast, Tracking was fantastic, I Will Definitely do Business A, All Around a Pleasurable Buying Experience....


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  • Which is Better the P3 or P2 Prodigy Brake Controller
  • The P3 brake controller part # 90195 is functionally the same brake controller as the P2 part # 90885 but comes with more features and a better display screen setup. So if you prefer a simpler screen setup that has a couple letters and dots to indicate connection, status, and error codes the P2 is the way to go. But if you prefer a full display that uses full words and offers ability to save various trailer presets the P3 is the better choice.
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  • Which Install Harness For P2 Brake Controller for 2023 Nissan Frontier
  • Hey John, yes the Tekonsha brake controller install harness part # 3050-P is correct for your 2023 Nissan Frontier and would be what you would need to install the Prodigy P2 part # 90885. This harness has one end that was designed to fit your truck and the other end for a Tekonsha brake controller like the P2.
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  • You do not need to remove a trailer brake controller from a vehicle like your motorhome when flat towing a vehicle. The brake output circuit of the brake controller won't affect anything so it can be left as-is. The braking systems for towed vehicles do not go through the traditional trailer wiring like for example the Demco SBS DUO part # SM99251 which uses the brake light signal of the towed vehicle to engage it and then it's own inertia sensor to determine how hard it applies brake pedal
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  • It definitely is the case that any vehicle can have a brake controller installed in it. They are pretty universal in how they install but some vehicles have pre-wiring which makes it a bit easier to install them. So to install a brake controller like the Redarc Tow Pro Elite part # RED44FR you would need to first have a 4-way harness installed like the # 119190KIT. Then you would need to convert it to a 7-way with the kit part # ETBC7 which comes with the wiring needed to wire in the brake
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  • Can Prodigy P2 Brake Controller Install in 2015 Audi Q5
  • Yes you can install a Prodigy P2 part # 90885 in your 2015 Audi Q5 that currently does not have any trailer wiring. For that you would need to start with a 4-way like the part # C56404 which installs easily and does not require hardwiring to the vehicle. Next you'd just need the part # ETBC7 which comes with everything needed to convert the 4-way to a 7-way and wire in a brake controller.
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  • Parts Needed to Install Tekonsha Brake Controller in 2019 Entegra Odyssey E-450
  • For your 2019 Entegra Odyssey E-450 motorhome the correct install harness for a Tekonsha brake controller like the Primus IQ (we don't have it currently) or the P2 part # 90885 is the part # 22292.
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  • Parts Needed to Install Tekonsha P2 Trailer Brake Controller on a 2000 Ford Ranger
  • The 2000 Ford Ranger does not have a plug or wire bundle under the dash to install a brake controller. You will need to hardwire in the controller. To do this you will need to first add a 4-Way trailer wiring harness, # 118344, unless you already have one. Then you would need a 4 and 7-Way installation kit # ETBC7. I have included some links that explain and show the installation of the ETBC7 kit. The video is on a 2002 Ford Ranger and it will be very similar on your truck.
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  • Which Brake Controller Install Harness Fits 1994 Ford F-350 for Tekonsha Prodigy P2
  • The reason you are having issues installing the Tekonsha Prodigy part # 90885 is because the correct install harness you need for your truck is the part # 3035-P and not the 3036. If you replace the install harness the brake controller will function again.
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  • How Does Brake Controller Install in 2022 Ford F-650
  • I did some digging and I cannot find any info on if there is a brake controller port under the dash of your truck. Doesn't mean there isn't one but I can't find any info on it or any other year F-650 as well. I'd be inclined to hardwire a controller or maybe check with a dealer although I know they aren't super reliable. We can help with a brake controller though like with the P2 part # 90885 you referenced. Since you have a 7-way you would want the Wiring Kit for 2 and 4 Brake Electric
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  • There is not an adapter made for your 2019 GMC Canyon as it does not have a factory connector but instead uses wires that are already terminated in the drivers kick panel. I have linked an installation video for a Tekonsha P2 Brake Controller # 90885 on a 2018 Colorado below that will help you find the wiring. The Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller # RED52VR will include the universal harness needed to install the brake controller. This controller is proportional and works with
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  • Which Tekonsha Prodigy Brake Controller for 2011 Toyota Tacoma with Factory Tow Package
  • There aren't going to be any real functional differences between the Prodigy P2 # 90885 and the Prodigy P3 # 90195; both provide proportional braking and both have a 3 axis accelerometer so that they can be mounted in a 360 range vertically and still sense the braking in your truck. The Prodigy P3 has a nicer LCD display and it's a bit easier to cycle through the different settings and functions, so I do recommend going with the P3 # 90195. If you're looking for an entry level, no frills
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  • Brake Controller and 7-way Trailer Connector Installation on 2017 Chevy Traverse
  • According to my research, all 2017 Chevy Traverse models are prewired for a brake controller. If you were wanting to go with the Tekonsha Prodigy P2, part # 90885 (great choice), you'll need the # 3026-P brake controller wiring harness. If your Traverse isn't equipped with the factory 7-way trailer connector at the rear bumper, you can easily add one using the # 118271 wiring harness, which also includes the fuses and relays necessary to activate the tow package wiring. The wiring harness
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  • Parts Needed to Add 7-Way to 2002 Toyota Tundra With 4-Way
  • There isn't a plug-in 7-way for your 2002 Toyota Tundra but since you already have a 4-way you can add a 7-way by using the following: - Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7 You'll plug your 4-way into the 7-way that comes with the # ETBC7, which also gives you the wiring, circuit breakers, and rest of the hardware needed for installation of a brake controller like the Prodigy P2 # 90885. I have added a link below to a help article which details the install
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  • Brake Controller and Install Recommendation for a 2015 Mercedes Benz Sprinter and 2005 Honda Pilot
  • Since you have a 7-Way in your 2015 Mercedes Sprinter you will only need a few more components to complete a brake controller install on your vehicle. First let's start with a brake controller. I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part # 90885. This is our best selling brake controller because of how well it works and how easy it is to setup. Next, for a wiring kit to install the brake controller and the 7-way adapter you would want the Wiring Kit for 2 and 4 Brake Electric
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  • Brake Controller Recommendation for 2022 Ford Ranger without Tow Package
  • We have great options for your 2022 Ford Ranger like the Prodigy P2 part # 90885 but what triggers the brake controller to start slowing down the trailer is the brake light circuit of the vehicle. So if the adaptive speed control does not activate the brake lights the controller won't activate and work to slow the trailer down as well. This most likely wouldn't be a huge deal though as the reduction of throttle is still going to slow the truck and trailer down about the same. Your owners
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  • 7-Way Wiring Harness and Brake Controller for a 2017 Subaru Outback Wagon
  • To add a 7-way wiring harness to your 2017 Subaru Outback Wagon you will need two separate wiring harnesses. The first is the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector item # 118467. This custom-fit T-One connector plugs into your Subaru's wiring harness, which is located in your rear cargo area. If you already have a 4-way connector skip this part. The second harness you will need is the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and
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  • Parts Needed to Install Brake Controller and 7-Way 2023 Hyundai Palisade
  • If you are missing the tow package to install a brake controller would be more involved on your 23 Palisade. You can still use the P2 and the install harness that plugs in under dash but you'd need to also install a 4-way part # C43FV and convert to 7-way with # ETBC7. In the owners manual of your Palisade will have the connections and fuses that need to be installed. For a hitch the etrailer # e95ZR would be a really great option that is mostly hidden and has great towing capacities.
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  • 7-Way and Brake Controller Installation on 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee without Factory Wiring
  • On your 2018 Grand Cherokee without factory wiring you can install a 7-way setup and re-install your Prodigy brake controller, the P2 # 90885 or the P3 # 90195, using just two kits. You'll start with 4-pole kit # 118727 and then simply add # ETBC7 to complete the wiring and controller install. I linked two videos to show you the whole process for installing each kit as well as a photo of a 7-way to show how the various circuits are arranged. Wire colors can vary between different vehicle
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  • Can Prodigy P2 Brake Controller Install in 2014 Ford F-150 with 7-Way without Requiring Hardwiring
  • Hey Bill, yes you can install the Prodigy P2 brake controller part # 90885 in your 2014 Ford F-150 with a factory 7-way without requiring any hardwiring. For that all you need is the part # 22292 which plugs into the truck in a port under the dash.
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  • Will Prodigy P2 Brake Controller Work on 2012 Toyota Tacoma Without Tow Package
  • Brake controllers are not vehicle-specific so the Prodigy P2 # 90885 brake controller will absolutely work with your 2012 Toyota Tacoma. Since you do not have the tow package you will need a 4-way (if you do not have one), the # C55513, and 7-way with the # ETBC7.
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  • 2007 Ford E450 Super Duty Brake Controller and Install Harness
  • Thanks for the picture and info on your Ford E-450. Based on that I can tell that the correct brake controller install harness would be the part # 3035-P for a Tekonsha brake controller like the Prodigy P3 part # 90195 which is widely considered to be the best brake controller out there due to how well it performs and how reliable it is.
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  • Recommended Brake Controller and Plug In Adapter for a 2021 Ford Explorer w/ Factory 7-Way
  • I would be happy to help you. On your 2021 Ford Explorer the connector is located under the dash, above and to the right of where the driver's right knee would be. The connector will be rectangle, grey in color, and can sometimes be taped to another plug concealing it. It won't be plugged into something else. Since your Explorer has a factory 7-Way you will be able to use the Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness for Redarc Tow-Pro Trailer Brake Controllers item # RED87FR to have a plug and play
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  • Where is Brake Controller Wiring on 2023 Ford Ranger
  • Using the cut off wiring harness you have for the P3 part # 90195 you will wire it to the brake controller wiring of your 2023 Ford Ranger which is sticking out of the large wire harness that goes through the driver's side firewall, left of the brake pedal, with shrink tubing on the ends. The wiring on your truck will have it's functions labeled but for the brake controller wiring the red is for the stoplight circuit, black is for 12 volt power, white is for ground, and blue is the output
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  • Where to Locate the Factory Brake Controller Plug in a 2022 Ford Explorer with Factory 7-way
  • Since your 2022 Ford Explorer has the factory tow package with 7-way connector there will be a plug/port that you can plug the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers # 3035-P into when installing a Tekonsha brake controller like the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller # 90195 to provide for a plug-n-play installation. The port will be located behind the appearance panel on the driver's side. Just remove the two screws to get the panel to drop, you are
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  • Locating The Factory Brake Controller Wire Harness On A 2003 Ford E-450 Motorhome
  • Hello Norman, Yes, I have added a photo for you showing the location of the brake controller adapter on a 2003 Ford E-450 RV so you can plug in the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter # 3035-P. It's right below the fuse assembly, behind the parking brake.
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  • Old Brake Controller had 5 Wires and New P3 Controller Only has 4 Will it Still Work
  • Your old brake controller probably has an illumination circuit that lights it up when you turn the headlights or running lights on. Newer controllers like the P3 # 90195 don't have this feature because when on and not in power saving mode they are always lit up. The 4 circuits it does have are ground, power in, power out to the trailer brakes, and input from the brake switch so it will work beautifully!
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  • Does a 1999 Chevrolet Astro Wire for a Brake Controller like a 1999 GM/Chevy Pickup
  • The Chevy Atro and GMC Safaris are loosely based on GM trucks, but will not have the brake control wiring like the full-size pickup trucks and vans do. The installation of a brake controller on a 1999 Astro will be a hardwire installation. I have included a link to a video of a brake controller being installed on a 2003 Chevy Express, the full-size van. It shows the whole process. To complete the install you will need 3 components. A 4-Way trailer connector installed and operational,
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  • Parts Needed to Install Tekonsha Brake Controller in 2004 Ford F-250 Super Duty Diesel
  • The correct plug and play adapter for installing a Tekonsha brake controller like the Prodigy P2 # 90885 is the # 3035-P. I've linked a review and installation video where this plug is used to install a Tekonsha brake controller you can use as a guide when you're ready to put your new controller in your 2004 Ford F-250 Diesel.
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  • Brake Controller Install Harness Location for 2013 Ford F-53 Motorhome Chassis
  • The brake controller connector is located on the left side of the steering column support, as shown in the provided photo. You'll need the # 3034-P brake controller wiring harness. For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part # 90885. This is our best selling brake controller because of how well it works and how easy it is to setup. This is a proportional brake controller that senses the amount of braking the tow vehicle is applying and applies a proportionate
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  • Identifying Factory Connector For Installing Tekonsha Prodigy P2 On a 2019 Ford F-53 Motorhome
  • Yes, that is the connector for the Plug-In Wiring Adapter # 3035-P to install the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller # 90885 on your Ford F-53 chassis under your 2019 Coachmen Pursuit Precision 27DS. With having the cut wires like you have, if you run into any issues after connecting the controller be sure to check the fuses as it is possible an arc could have damaged a fuse.
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  • Recommended Tekonsha Wiring for Prodigy Brake Controller Installation in F-53-Based Motor Home
  • Yes, you can use Tekonsha wiring adapter # 3035-P to install your Prodigy P2 # 90885 or P3 # 90195 trailer brake controller in your 2015 Ford F-53-based Newmar motor home. This adapter plugs in to a port located near the emergency brake pedal as shown in the linked photo.
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  • Brake Controller Install Port for 2018 Forest River FR3 Built on F-53 Chassis
  • For your 2018 FR3 built on a Ford F-53 chassis there is a connection to install a brake controller located underneath the dash. I attached a picture for you to see where it's located. The correct install harness is # 3035-P. For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P3 Brake Controller part # 90195. This is our best selling brake controller because of how well it works and how easy it is to setup. This is a proportional brake controller that senses the amount of braking the
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  • Will the Brake Controller Wiring Harness Out of My 2000 F-150 Work in My 2005 F-150 With Tow Package
  • Yes, the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter, # 3035-P, that you have in your 2000 Ford F-150 will also work in your 2005 Ford F-150 with factory tow package wiring. We have a video that shows this harness being installed on a 2004 F-150 that should be helpful.
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  • Recommended Electric Brake Controller And Wiring For 2008 Holiday Rambler Endeavor
  • If you already have a 4 way connection on your 2008 Holiday Rambler Endeavor, then you will need the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires, # ETBC7 to connect an electric brake controller to your RV. This kit will use a current 4-way flat connection and will add the reverse, 12V power, and electric brake wiring. This kit will come with all the connections, the circuit breakers and the wire needed for most vehicles. For your
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  • Easiest Trailer Brake Controller Installation on 2017 Forest River FR3 Motorhome
  • Innovative technology in Curt's Echo trailer brake controller # C51180 makes it by far the easiest trailer brake controller available for any vehicle that has a 7-way connector, whether a motorhome or a passenger car. The Echo avoids all concerns with compatibility with the changing factory wiring in motorhomes and other vehicles. You will simply plug it into the 7-way, pair it to your phone and plug the trailer into the Echo and you're done. Please check out the linked video. This
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  • Availability of Wiring Adapter for Tekonsha Brake Controller in 2000 Ford F-350
  • We do have a wiring adapter that fits your Tekonsha Primus IQ and the factory port on your 2000 Ford F-350. What you need is the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers # 3035-P. This will fit the built-in port beneath the dash of your vehicle, allowing for a plug and play installation.
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  • Recommended Trailer Brake Controller For Forest River FR3 30DS On A Ford Chassis F53
  • The brake controller install harness for your 2018 Forest River FR3 30DS on a Ford chassis F53 is the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers # 3035-P. This will give you the ability to plug-in and go. Just use the connection you mentioned under the steering column. This adapter works perfectly with our most quality and efficient unit, the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller # 90195. This proportional brake controller will activate your trailer brakes
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  • Wiring Color Code For Tekonsha Brake Controllers
  • For your 2003 Coachman Sanatra, the wiring code for the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers # 3035-P will be as follows: Red- 12v to brake light trigger Blue: to 12v electric trailer brakes Black: to positive terminal on vehicle battery White: Ground
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  • Plug-In Adapter For P3 Brake Controller On 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  • Since you said you have a factory 7-way on your Explorer Sport Trac, the plug-in cable you need for your P3, part # 90195 is part # 3035-P.
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  • Location of Brake Controller Install Port on 2018 Ford F-53 RV
  • When plugging in the brake controller adapter part # 3035-P on a 2018 Ford F-53 Chassis, the vehicle's wiring harness will not be plugged into any other plug. It will be a dangling free behind a plastic black cover inches to the left of the the steering column support near the emergency brake pedal. I have attached some photos for your reference. The grey plug that is plugged into something else is not the correct plug. The correct plug is on the end of the black wire loom to the left
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