Tekonsha POD Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 2 Axles - Time Delayed
Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - GM
Part Numbers: 39523,3015-P
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Tekonsha POD Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 2 Axles - Time Delayed
part number: 39523
This time-delayed brake controller is designed to mount at any angle, even upside down. The controls are all up front for easy access, including a slide-bar manual override and a thumbwheel for braking output. LED indicator shows your braking status.
Features:
- Brake controller activates trailer brakes with preset intensity
- Adjustable power output lets you select the amount of braking force
- Simple thumbwheel lets you change setting
- LED indicator on front of unit shows you your braking status
- Green light indicates that brakes are connected
- Color changes to orange and then to red as the power output increases
- Slide-bar manual override is within easy reach for controlling trailer sway or stopping in emergencies
- Quick and easy installation with no mounting restrictions - can be installed in any direction
- Designed to be mounted upside down and still have a readable display
- Mounting bracket and hardware included
- Plug-in, vehicle-specific brake control adapter (sold separately) available for select vehicles to reduce installation time
Specs:
- Application: trailers with up to 2 axles (4 brake assemblies)
- Compatible with electric trailer brakes only
- Dimensions: 5" long x 3" wide x 1-1/4" tall
- Limited 5-year warranty
Easy-to-Access Brake Controller
The Tekonsha POD is designed to mount in any direction, and it's especially suited for mounting on near-vertical dashes. All the controls are on the front of the module, so you can still access them with the controller tucked away in a convenient place.
Braking Output
Braking output is the maximum amount of power that will be applied to your trailer's brakes. How much braking output you need is determined by the weight of your trailer; a heavier trailer will need more power to bring it to a stop. You want to set the braking output as high as you can without locking up the brakes. Once you've set up the brake controller the first time, you shouldn't need to adjust the settings until the trailer load changes, you switch trailers, or road conditions change. Use the thumbwheel on the side to change the braking output level. The output setting will appear as a number on the digital display, with a higher number indicating higher braking power.
Manual Override
The Tekonsha POD keeps the manual override within easy reach on the front of the module, great for stopping sway or controlling your trailer's momentum in emergencies. Push the slide-bar lever to 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.
Quick, Simple Installation
Because inertia plays no role in the functioning of this controller, you do not have to mount the unit at any particular angle. Your mounting options are limitless, with the controller designed with all of the controls on the front of the module so you can access them even if it's mounted upside down.
If your vehicle already has a plug-in brake controller wiring harness, just connect the unit to it. Otherwise, you will need to purchase a vehicle-specific wiring harness (sold separately) to plug into. If a harness is unavailable for your vehicle, hardwiring will be necessary.
Installation Accessories
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, a 20-amp circuit breaker (sold separately) may be required for installation.
Time-Delayed Braking
The Tekonsha POD comes equipped with time-delayed braking. Every time you apply the brakes in your vehicle, a signal is sent - via the brake switch - to the POD. The controller then sends power out to your trailer brakes to activate them with an intensity set by you, at a rate determined by you. The amount of braking power (output) can be adjusted to suit your preference, the road conditions, the type of trailer, and the weight of your load. To determine which levels are best for your application, test your towing setup and choose what feels right.
80500 Tekonsha PowerTrac Electric Brake Control - 1 to 2 Axles - Time Actuated
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Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - GM
part number: 3015-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 junction box beneath your vehicle's dashboard.
Features:
- Adapter is wired for GM trucks and SUVs from 2003 to 2006 and 2007 classic body style trucks
- Wiring adapter eases installation of your electric brake controller
- Custom connector end plugs into the electric junction box 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), Draw-Tite I-Command (5535), 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
This adapter plugs into the port that is built into the electric junction box beneath your vehicle's dash. The black box is located to the left of the steering column, just above the carpet. To plug in the adapter, first remove the cover on the box. The adapter plugs into the second slot from the left, on the top row.
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.
301500 Tekonsha Brake Control Wiring Adapter with 2 Plugs
Replaces 20264 and 3015-P
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Customer Satisfaction Score:
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Customer Reviews
Tekonsha POD Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 2 Axles - Time Delayed - 39523
Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - GM - 3015-P
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (2397 Customer Reviews)
This time-delayed brake controller is designed to mount at any angle, even upside down. The controls are all up front for easy access, including a slide-bar manual override and a thumbwheel for braking output. LED indicator shows your braking status. 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 junction box beneath your vehicle's dashboard.by: Randy 04/28/2023
Great little brake controller for the money if you don't need heavy braking on a larger trailer. Simple and economic.
by: Chase06/29/2023
Very easy to install and setup. Came with very simple instructions and my old controller bracket was the exact same as this one!
by: jim a06/09/2015
We have a Honda Ridgeline and needed this for our camper trailer. It was nice ordering the specific plug in wire for the Ridgeline and therefore eliminating hard wiring, just plugged it in. It was rough getting to the factory plug under the dash by the emergency brake petal switch. My hands are not small enough, ha ha. But success was had. Plugged into the controller and mounted it and u-wall-a. It works the way it is suppose to, I like that. A good quality unit that does what it is suppose to. thanks.
by: Michael B.03/08/2019
Very happy with this product. It fit nicely in my truck and plugged right into the factory wiring harness. Total installation time was under an hour. Easy to adjust, and works perfectly with my 5th wheel trailer. I simply pulled out the little storage cubby from the dash, cut the back off, slid the controller in, bolted it together, and stuck it all back in the dash. Looks and works great.
by: Rolando Torres07/11/2013
Easy to install in my Toyota-Tacoma 2012. I pull my Travel Trailer and this break controller worked very well and with just a little bit adjustment. Also this item was shipped very fast.
by: Mike06/26/2013
I have a Toyota Tacoma (06). I had the controller installed in less than five minutes. One minute to gather the tools: drill/bits, screw driver, and tape. I thought tape would be helpful to hold the ground screw to the driver given the tight are under the dash. One minute to drill the ground hole. One minute to install the ground screw. One minute to plug in the cables and fish the wire under the stirring wheel to allow for the controller to be mounted in the storage area found on Tacoma trucks dash. I guess I was wrong. It only took four minutes. I did not need to put the tools away I was off to do other projects. I rate the product as good because I have not tried it on the trailer yet.
by: Bill G.06/04/2017
I received my purchase very quickly.
I just installed the control and wire harness today. Installation was easy, all you need are basic hand tools and a drill with a small bit.
Haven't had chance to test it out yet but, when I do I'll update.
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.
by: Retroro02/12/2017
2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Shipping was fast, the controller was easy to install and the etrailer wiring harness made it easy to complete the installation
by: Steven K.06/05/2018
Thanks to etrailer’s video “Trailer Brake Controller Installation - 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee”, the installation of a Tekonsha PowerTrac controller on my 2003 Jeep was very straight forward (and I’m not a car guy!). Like in the video, I used the wiring kit (#5506). I forgot to order a pigtail wiring harness but was able to pick one up locally. Took the trailer out last weekend and the brakes worked great.
by: John04/26/2024
I sell and install a variety of components for various companies and individuals. I have zero comebacks from this company. Not that I haven't received defective parts but they always make it right. And that is good business.
by: Caleb 02/07/2024
The controller was a great option for our 2021 forest river FSX and gave me plenty of control over the brakes. It does require a adjustment time to time but has always worked when brakes are applied. The setup and installation were a breeze and has worked for many trips.
by: Kyle08/11/2019
I know this isn’t a pic of the item, BUT it wouldn’t have been possible without. Plug and Play. I bought this because we bought a trailer from a dealer and they required the truck to have trailer brakes. This plugs in under dash, if your truck has 7 pin. I did it without checking to make sure it was activated. Went to dealer, 130 miles away and 4000 feet in elevation to pu trailer. As I was pulling out and first hit brakes the trailer locked up. (There is an adjustment device, that purchased separately, or in a kit pugs into wiring harness that plugs into truck to activate trailer brakes). So I adjusted it and everything worked beautifully. Oh my gosh I have pulled trailers for years but never a TT. Tons of car trailers but never with brakes. Brakes are awesome when going over passes of 5k elevation.
THIS COMPANY ROCKS. The only issues I have had with this company is my own ordering fault. I have used them for years and indirect people to them.
THANK YOU.
by: Jacob04/18/2020
I ordered this brake controller about a week ago and received it today (4-18-20).
Im always working on things and my old lady gets bored, so today was sort of our day! Well i decided id make a bet, 20 bucks i can have it installed in 15 minutes!! She agreed and the race was on!! I ran out, grabbed my drill, a small drill bit, a hex head bit, and got to work! I opted for the removable bracket for worry somebody may break in and steal it.
It marked two holes, drilled them with a very small bit, and then screwed the proveded screws in, i then popped the brake controller in, ran the wiring ( sepratly provided
by etrailer.com, for my specific vehicle, a 2004 gmc yukon)above everything to the plug box under the dash, plugged it in, put the cover back on, and wallah!! 15 minutes exactly!
This thing looks great, works great, and is priced great!
by: Caleb 02/07/2024
2007 Chevrolet Silverado
It was exactly a plug and play option for my 2007 Silverado 2500HD Classic. The harness worked flawlessly with the brake controller and has been perfect for many trips so far.
by: Tim B.05/10/2013
The control works great. Nice incremental application of wheel from nothing to hard on! Led light goes from green to red also in incremental degrees. Installation was a snap in my 2008 F150 with tow package. Just Plug in the control clip and the other end in the terminal above and to the right of the computer check terminal. Rather than have it below my dash I opted for the cove below the lighter. Etrailer did a nice job of getting out to me right away and kept me informed where this was at all the way to my door. Good Job!
by: Larry Mcb.05/22/2022
Have used the power track for a year with city and interstate travel and a 4000# single axle TT. Working flawlessly on my 20 Blazer using a bypass stoplight switch.
by: Patricia02/21/2024
The brake controller we purchased and had professionally installed works perfectly. We had it installed in our RV for use when towing a large vehicle trailer. It's reliable and simple. It was a great purchase!
by: JM07/04/2016
Product arrived quickly and installed very easily. Plug and play with the correct adapter (3035-P Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Ford, Lincoln, Mercury) for a 2001 Ford F-150. Controller is very easy to set the braking on your trailer.
by: Robert11/03/2021
Easy install, just plug it in, use the 2 self tapping screws for the mounting bracket, mount the controller with 2 screws, a couple of tie straps, DONE Instructions for use very clear.
by: Rick08/25/2018
Installed on 2003 Toyota Tundra with the factory tow package. Installation was a breeze with the included vehicle specific wiring adapter. It took me about 45 minutes total. Looks professionally installed. Easy to use. Set the adjustment for your specific trailer and go!
by: James03/27/2024
Instructions were simple and straight forward. Unit is very responsive and simple to use. The prefabricated chord was nice but wished it were longer for more mounting options. Still very happy with the product and its performance.
by: David 02/09/2024
I ordered everything to install hitch an and 7 pin plug. Everything went great. Parts were all perfect and instructions easy to follow.
by: Jon W.05/15/2017
I ordered the powertrac with the 22292, 2011 ford F150 wiring adapter, It works great. 15 mins, and I had everything ready to go. It is a little sensitive to adjust but ones you get the feel for it, it takes no time to adjust. very happy with this unit, I would recommend this unit to everyone.
by: Richard 04/20/2024
Great product was almost to easy to install spend a little and get the prodigy 3 you will not be sorry.
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- Both the # 3015-P and the part # 3015-S will work just fine with your vehicle. The difference is that the # 3015-P will plug directly into the back of the P-3 controller, while the 3015-S would need to be spliced into the bare leads that exit the rear of the controller. The adapter would plug into the junction box under the dash, like you saw in the video. The controller must be mounted within driver reach, and according to the manufacturer recommendations.
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If you
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- As long as the P3 is in functioning order, the 3015-P is pinned properly and you installed it into the correct port under your dash the controller should have turned on and you should get a display reading.
I would recommend you double-check to be sure you are using the correct port under your dash first. It should be the top row, second from the left.
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- The correct brake controller install harness for a Tekonsha controller in a 2006 Chevy Silverado is the part # 3015-P. If you want to easily install the controller this would be all that you'd need. It simply plugs into the controller and then to the port under your dash.
I attached a picture that shows how the connector wires so if you are trying to wire up something to the vehicle and need to know which pins do what on your truck it would be the guide you would need to follow.
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- On the brake controller wiring harness, white is ground, black is for 12 volt power to the controller, red is input from the stop light circuit, and blue is output to the trailer brakes.
On some trucks, there are some under the hood connections that need to be made to make everything fully functional. I have included a link to an FAQ article that should help.
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- Check the third brake light of your 2006 Chevy Silverado. It's very common for the CHMSL fuse (third brake light) to blow on GM trucks of your generation and when that happens the brake controller stoplight circuit stops activating.
view full answer... - Adding a Brake Controller to a 1995 Chevrolet 3500 to Tow a Gooseneck Trailer with Electric Brakes
- First, your 1995 Chevy 3500 is going to need a 7-Way trailer connector if it doesn't have one already. To add a 7-Way you will first need to have a 4-Way flat connector if the truck does not already have one. Use # 118315 to add a 4-Way. Then to add a 7-Way use # ETBC7. This will provide all of the wiring needed to install a brake controller.
I have included some links that will help explain the ETBC7 installation.
Once the 7-Way is installed you can use an extension, # C56080, to
view full answer... - Prodigy P3 Brake Controller Installation in 2014 Chevy Tahoe LT with Tow Package
- On your 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe with tow package there is no under-dash connection port for a brake controller but all the wires are already run. For a 2015 model year Tahoe there is a quick-connect harness, part # 3016. The P3 # 90195 includes a pigtail harness that plugs in to the back of the controller and the four wire leads from it will connect to your vehicle wiring.
The linked installation video showing a 2011 model year Tahoe shows you the entire installation and wiring procedure
view full answer... - What is Needed to Install 7-Way and Brake Controller in a 2004 Chevy Colorado with 4-Way Flat
- To install a 7-Way trailer connector and your brake controller in your 2004 Chevy Colorado you will just need installation kit # ETBC7. It comes with the 7-Way, retains functionality of the 4-Way, and has the wiring and other parts needed to install the brake controller. There isn't a plug-in brake controller wiring harness for your truck so the controller has to be hardwired in. I have included some links that show and explain the ETBC7 installation for you.
view full answer... - How to Use Brake Controller Install Harness from 2002 Chevy Silverado on 2004 Chevy Suburban
- You can still use the connector you have but you would need to move the red wire of the connector that plugs in to the vehicle to the opposite corner of the connector. Once you do that the brake controller will work just fine.
I attached a picture that shows how to release the pin from the connector.
view full answer... - Troubleshooting a Brake Controller That Does Not Work with the Brake Pedal on a 2011 GMC Yukon
- Since the trailer brakes work with the manual override, it would seem that the problem is with the stop light switch circuit. This would be the red wire from the brake controller. It should be spliced to either a light blue or orange wire from your Yukon's brake controller harness. I recommend checking that connection to make sure it did not come loose and make sure the wire was not damaged at all.
The brake controller has power, so I do not think the fuse is the problem, but if you
view full answer... - Brakes Lose Power When Parking Lights are on With P3 Brake Controller on 2000 Chevrolet Silverado
- You are correct, GM did change the wiring configuration for the brake controller wiring adapter in 2003. The plug-in wiring adapter, # 3015-P, that you referenced is for most 2003 to 2006 GM trucks, which explains why you lose power to your brakes when using the parking lights.
The adapter that comes wired for your 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter, # 3025-P. Instead of waiting a few days to receive the correct adapter, you could easily re-pin the adapter
view full answer... - Trailer Brake Controller Recommendation and Install Method for a 2008 GMC c5500 Topkick
- From what I was able to find, the 2008 GMC Topkick 5500 does not have a port to plug in a brake controller wiring harness. A brake controller will have to be hardwired into the vehicle using a 4 and 7 Way Installation Kit, # ETBC7.
Usually, this would require the installation of a 4-Way wiring harness first that would then plug into the back of the ETBC7. However, there is not a 4-Way harness available for the Topkick, so you will need to clip off the 4-Way plug on the ETBC7 and hardwire
view full answer... - Brake Controller Adapter Incorrectly Pinned Out on 2003 Chevy Silverado
- It sounds as if the pin out on your adapter is incorrect. The red wire is the wire that was left loose. Remove the red wire from the pin location it is currently in, and then insert a circuit tester like part # PTW2993 into each empty pin location. Press the brake pedal while testing each location. You want to attach that red wire to the location that shows voltage only when the brake pedal is pressed. One of the pin locations goes hot only when the headlights are on, which is the one you
view full answer... - Installing a Brake Controller on a 2011 Chevy Silverado 1500
- The 2011 Chevy Silverado 1500 will have a tow package wire bundle up under the dash, left of the steering column, held together with a white tag. A brake controller can be spliced directly into these tow package wires. The 2011s do not have a port to plug in a brake controller.
The tow package wiring will connect to the brake controller wiring as follows:
Truck red/back to controller black for 12 volt power
Truck white to controller white for ground
Truck light blue/white to controller
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2/12/2018
Mounted it low on the dah, it’s a great controller