Does a Vehicle Being Flat Towed Need a Breakaway System
Question:
how to wire to car?
asked by: Mike
Expert Reply:
When flat towing a vehicle the supplemental braking system being used will have a specific breakaway switch that goes with it. Supplemental braking is required by law in most states so if you are not using one you will want to look into getting one. The breakaway switches will not work with vehicle brakes directly because they are hydraulic and the switches work with electric systems.
If you have a braking system, let me know which one it is and I can explain how a breakaway system gets wired.
Some braking system's breakaway kits, such as # RM-8600 for example, do use a typical breakaway switch. Take a look at pages 6 and 7 in the instructions I have linked that show how this particular breakaway gets installed.
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Replacement Roadmaster Breakaway Kit for BrakeMaster Flat Tow Brake Systems
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