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Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
Tekonsha Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In

Part Numbers: 90885,3063-P

Our Price: $184.09
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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 Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In
part number: 3063-P

Install your electric trailer 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 port under the driver's seat.

Features:

  • Plug-in wiring adapter allows for quick, simple installation of your electric trailer brake controller
  • No cutting or splicing required
    • Custom connector end plugs into the built-in port under the driver's seat of your vehicle
    • Other end plugs into the back of your electric brake controller
  • Compatible with time-delayed and proportional brake controllers from TrailerMate, Draw-Tite, and Tekonsha
    • Brake controller must have built-in plug for adapter to connect - will not work on controllers with pigtail wiring harnesses
  • 1-Year limited warranty


Installation of Tekonsha Brake Controller Adapter

To install your electric brake controller, you need to connect the wiring of the controller to your vehicle. Certain auto manufacturers offer pre-wired options, typically known as tow packages, wherein wiring is run for you from the dash to the trailer connector on the back of your vehicle. When this is done, a port is installed at your dash so that you can easily plug in a brake controller.


The connector is located under the driver's seat. No hardwiring is required to install this adapter. After you plug it into the factory port, you simply plug the other end of the adapter directly into your electric trailer brake controller. Because there are no wires to connect, installation is not permanent. You can unplug and remove your brake controller at any time to transfer it to another vehicle or securely stow it away.



306300 Tekonsha Dual Plug, Direct Install Brake Control Wiring Harness Adaptor

Replaces Tekonsha 3063-P

Item # 3063-P

California residents: click here




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Customer Reviews

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

Tekonsha Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In - 3063-P

Average Customer Rating:  4.9 out of 5 stars   (2732 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 trailer 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 port under the driver's seat.

by: Frank06/14/2023
2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

In case my first review posts, after an unsuccessful online chat with someone at etrailer, I called them and spoke with a very nice and knowledgeable man (unfortunately I didn’t catch his name). He walked me through the subtle differences between the 2nd generation Sprinter van 7-way factory plug and the 3rd (current) generation van which I have and via telephone I was able to get the Tekonsha adapter harness connected. Thanks etrailer!



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: Mr Mac Rides02/07/2024

Works great, following instructions and installed the trailer controller. Not all defaclut to install and the hardest thing was getting a 66 Year old kid in position to install it under the dash! I don’t bend as easy as I use too.



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: 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: Terry 02/28/2023

This harness fits more years than noted, so long as you have the green factory connector under the driver seat. I thought shipping this item would take several weeks but E-Trailer had it out in just a couple days. A quality product that worked perfectly and was easily installed.

Terry

3/1/2024

So glad I purchased. So little effort to install and it allowed the Tekonsha controller to work while pulling a trailer in Alaska. Very easy mod to our 2012 MB Sprinter.



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: Alvin 04/27/2024

This made connecting my me REDARC Brake Controller easier than hard wiring.



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: 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: Nick04/11/2016

Great Brake Controller, used it with the Universal Install Kit for Brake Controllers and No-Drill Mount Bracket, Short - 18140. It only took me 2.5hrs to have it fully installed in my Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 2013. Videos were great. Also having some 1/4in water tubing helped for phishing wire thru frame.
Wish I had watched the video a couple of times before buying and also purchased the extra wire to go from the battery to the brake controller, but had extra wire from another project that worked.
This brake controller works great as we tow a <3500lbs Travel Trailer with our Jeep.
Comes with a great card that helps with settings, keep it in the glove box for future reference.



by: David W02/16/2019

I recently bought a 2018 Chevy Silverado LTZ. It was equipped with a towing package but no brake controller. Not wanting to alter the interior of the truck too much, I called etrailer for advice. Robert S was very helpful. He suggested the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 brake controller and jumper wire that I was able to hide neatly under the dash using an existing screw. I have been very pleased with etrailer and their suggested product.



by: Mike 02/02/2023

ez hook up and install ez setting of co ntroller



by: Rob Rod03/28/2014

I installed this model 90885 Prodigy P2 Brake Controller using the ETBC7 Brake Controller Wiring Kit on my 2007 Dodge Nitro. On a scale of 1 to 10, I consider myself about an 8 where it comes to automotive mechanical and electrical work. I also strive to get as close to perfection as possible. To do the job right, it did take some time and it did require paying close attention to the directions for both the wiring kit and the controller. However, the directions were "right on", and all the needed "goodies" to do the job were furnished. My hat is off to ETRAILER for the informative videos they provide and their customer service, which includes very quick shipments of their products.



by: Jake M.06/24/2014

I installed the brake controller a week or two ago in my 2013 GMC Sierra 1500. I had one just like it in an older Duramax that the previous owner installed--I went with the same product. I had the chance to use it this afternoon to pull a few tons of #57 stone. Trailer plus load I figure about 6000 pounds behind the truck. Pictures are attached.
This is the first 1/2 ton truck I've owned in nearly 10 years and worries how it would do with heavier loads. This controller made a world of difference and really maximized the use of my truck. Great product and I highly recommend it to anyone needing a good controller.



by: Thomas08/19/2021

Easy installation on my Ford E-450 Bus! Now I can pull my travel trailer! Thanks!


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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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  • Which Diode Tow Bar Lighting Kit for 2022 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk
  • 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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  • Parts Needed to Install Redarc Tow Pro Elite Brake Controller in 2003 R-Vision Condor Motorhome
  • 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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  • Parts Needed To Install Redarc Tow-Pro Brake Controller In a 2019 GMC Canyon
  • 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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  • Are There Instructions To Route Tekonsha Brake Controller Harness On Mercedes Sprinter 2500
  • The Tekonsha Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers part # 3063-P which is a fit for a Tekonsha Trailer Brake Controller like the Prodigy P3 part # 90195 on a 2018 Tiffin Wayfarer Motorhome with Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 Chassis does indeed plug-in under the seat. In order to route the harness up to the dash where you would ideally be mounting the brake controller you'd need to find a path free from moving components. That said, the manufacturer does not provide exact instructions
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  • Parts Needed to Install Brake Controller in 2023 Sprinter
  • I checked with Tekonsha and a few other brake controller manufacturers and they state that your 2024 Mercedes Sprinter 3500 does not have an OEM brake controller install port under the dash like previous models so you would have to hardwire in the Prodigy P2 # 90885 with the universal install harness it comes with and the brake controller install kit part # 5506 which wires to the OEM 7-way you have.
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  • Recommended Brake Controller and Adapter for a 2020 Mercedes-Benz 3500
  • There is a kit technically that we have which includes both the adapter and the brake controller, but since it's a multi-product in our system there isn't any way to link a single product. So you'd need to add the adapter # 3063-P and the brake controller # 90195 separately, unfortunately. Also, the Tekonsha harness # 3063-P will work with TrailerMate, Draw-Tite, and Tekonsha brake controllers that have a built-in plug for the adapter to connect to.
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  • Is There a Plug and Play Brake Controller Installation Harness for 2019 MB Sprinter 3500
  • I may have a solution for you to install a different brake controller using a plug and play harness to avoid hard-wiring, but Curt does not have a brake controller adapter plug for the 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500. If you wanted to use the Curt Spectrum # C51170 then you'd need to hard-wire it into the vehicle. However there is a comparable brake controller to the Spectrum that does have a plug and play adapter with the RedArc Tow Pro Elite # RED44FR, which can use the Tekonsha
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  • Parts Needed to Install Brake Controller on 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 With 7-Way
  • Since your 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 has the factory 7-way, that means you'll have the factory tow package, so I assume by "wiring" you are referring to the wiring adapter needed to plug into the brake controller (it will plug into the green port under your driver's seat as in the accompanying photo). The correct part for your '19 Sprinter 2500 is the Tekonsha Custom Wiring Adapter # 3063-P. Then for a brake controller that works with that adapter, there are a couple options
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  • Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller Will Not Turn On With a 2016 MCB Sprinter 2500
  • For starters, if you have the factory brake controller wiring provisions then the correct wiring harness you will want to use with the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller part # 90195 on your 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 is the Tekonsha Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers part # 3063-P. If this is what you have then there should only be power on the black wire entering the brake controller. If there is not then you have a short, there is a misplaced fuse, or
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  • Does Brake Controller Install Harness for 2017 Mercedes Sprinter Require Additional Wiring
  • The brake controller install harness part # 3063-P is the correct install harness for a brake controller in your 2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500. You would not need to do any other splicing or wiring beyond plugging the other end of the connector into a brake controller. 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
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  • Correct Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers for a 2019 Ford E-450 Chassis
  • We do have the correct harness but the Tekonsha Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers # 3063-P is not compatible with your 2019 Ford E-450 Chassis. The harness that you will want to use for your 2021 Forest River Sunseeker 2850sle Motorhome Built on a 2019 Ford E-450 Chassis is the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers # 3034-P. This will allow you to use the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller # 90195 as long as your motorhome has a factory
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  • Length of Brake Controller Adapter 3030-P
  • The # 3063-P harness is 5 feet long so you won't have an issue installing your controller 3-1/2 feet from the connector under your dash.
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  • Will the Tekonsha Wiring Adapter for a 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 Work On the P2 and P3
  • The Tekonsha Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers part # 3063-P which is a fit for your 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 will work on both the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller part # 90885 and the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller part # 90195. It will also work on pretty much any other Tekonsha, Draw-Tite, or Reese brake controller.
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  • What Adapter Plug for Brake Controller on 2019 Mercedes Benz Sprinter
  • Yes. The # 3063-P is the correct wiring harness to use when wiring in a brake controller like the Tekonsha P3 # 90195, or most other brake controllers. This harness will plug into the green 4 pin plug located under the driver's seat of your 2019 Sprinter. I've attached a photo to show this plug's location as well.
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  • Brake Controller Solution for 2023 Mercedes Metris
  • We do have the brake controller solution you are looking for your 2023 Mercedes Metris. The install harness part # 3063-P will connect to your factory brake controller wiring and will let you install a Redarc brake controller like the Redarc Tow Pro Liberty part # RED24FR. This is a really nice brake controller that only puts a small knob on the dash and performs really well.
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  • Where is Brake Controller Install Connector on 2020 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500
  • Your 2020 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500 with the factory tow package does have a brake controller install port like what the part # 3063-P is designed to plug in to. On your Sprinter you will find the harness underneath the driver seat. It will be a green connector you are looking for like what you see in the attached picture. Then for a brake controller the Brake EVN # TK63VR would be a really great option that is very reliable and performs great.
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  • Is Additional Breaker Needed When Installing Redarc Tow Pro Elite in 2019 Mercedes Sprinter 3500
  • You do not need an additional breaker to install the Redarc Tow Pro Elite part # RED63RR in your 2019 Mercedes Sprinter 3500. All you need is the install harness part # 3063-P that you mentioned which plugs in under the dash and you'd be set.
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  • Brake Controller Install On 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 Without Green Plug Under the Seat
  • As long as your 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 has a factory plugin connection point for the adapter part # 3063-P you will not need to make any modifications to the adapter, it will plug right in into the factory plug and the other end to a Tekonsha, TrailerMate or Draw-Tite brake controller. The plug that the harness will use is located under the driver seat. It is a green four pin plug which can be seen in the attached photo. If you do not have this factory plug then the green
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  • Where Is The Brake Controller Plug On a 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500
  • Yes, the Tekonsha Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers part # 3063-P is the correct harness that will allow you to use the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller part # 90195 on your 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 without splicing. The plug that the harness will use is located under the driver seat. It is a green four pin plug which can be seen in the attached photo.
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  • Replacing Damaged 7-Way Trailer Connector on 2019 Mercedes-Benz 3500
  • I don't have the color codes, but you should be able to easily determine which wire colors carry which circuits by using a circuit tester like part # PTW2993. Begin with the turn signals and running lights. Have a helper activate the right turn signal while you test each wire, chances are you'll find that the green wire carries the right turn signal. Activate the left turn, which is typically the yellow wire. Testing should confirm this. The brown wire usually carriers the running lights. As
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