Troubleshooting Trailer Connector Not Receiving Brake Signal On Gooseneck Trailer
Question:
Still not connecting , does it have a battery in it
asked by: Bill C
Helpful Expert Reply:
There are a couple things you can check to get the brake controller working with your gooseneck.
First you want to make sure the 7-way trailer connector is working correctly on your tow vehicle. Per the instructions Some factory wired tow vehicles disconnect the Battery Charge output in the 7-Way connector when the ignition is turned off. This will turn off the Power Module and the handheld Unit will display n.c. I have attached a drawing of the connector with a chart that shows how the connector pins should be wired.
To make sure all of the pins on the 7-way are receiving signal you can use a circuit tester like part # PTW2993. Have someone run through all of the functions while you use the tester.
Once the brake lights are working the RF can be paired and will receive the signal, and you can make the adjustments needed.
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Tekonsha Prodigy RF Wireless Brake Controller - Trailer Mount w Remote - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Automatic Leveling
- Remote Control
- Trailer Mount
- Digital Display
- Tekonsha
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Bill C.
11/22/2016
Still not connecting , does it have a battery in it