Differences Between Prodigy P2 and P3 Brake Controllers

Question:

I just purchased a 2015 Nissan Pathfinder and want to purchase trailer brake. What is the difference between the Tekonsha p2 and p3? My dealer provided a harness connector how do I know if it will work with these and where is the connection under the dash? Thank you so much Im a rookie at this !

asked by: Gary A

Expert Reply:

The biggest differences between the Prodigy P2 brake controller, # 90885, and the P3 brake controller, # 90195, are the display, buttons and look of the controllers.

I like the buttons and display on the P3 controller because the display uses actual words for setup and troubleshooting rather than display codes like the P2 uses. This makes it easier to know you are adjusting the correct function or see the trouble shooting codes without referring back to the installation manual. I added links to a couple of videos that show the displays on these brake controllers for you to check out.

Other than those differences, the P2 and P3 controllers are very similar in actual function and are both capable of controlling electric and electric over hydraulic trailer braking systems.

The factory harness will work, but it is a pigtail with bare wire ends that will have to be wired to the pigtail that comes with the P2 or P3. (See linked FAQ article). Otherwise you can use the plugin option, part # 3050-P. With this option, no wiring is required. You will want to look for a connector with foam taped up under the dash.