Recommended Brake Controller And Parts For 2006 Chevy Silverado
Question:
Im looking at your brake controllers for an 06 chevy Silverado. How do I know if its prewired for trailer brakes or not?
asked by: Robert M
Expert Reply:
A 2006 Chevy Silverado is prewired for a brake controller whether it has a factory 7 way or not. For your brake controller, I recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 # 90195 because it is an easy to read and understand controller that is adjustable to your preferences. It has 3 levels of boost and doesn't require any code deciphering. You will get the information you need at a quick glance. This controller will activate your trailer brakes with the same amount of force and at the same time as you hit the brake pedal in your truck.
This brake controller will connect to the junction box beneath your dashboard using the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - GM # 3015-P.
If you don't have a 7-way connector at your bumper, you can use the Replacement Multi-Tow 7-Way & 4 Pole Trailer Connector # 74682 or the Pollak 7- and 4-Pole Trailer Connector Socket w/ Mounting Bracket - Vehicle End # HM40975.
Products Referenced in This Question
Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - GM
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Wiring Adapter
- Plugs into Brake Controller
- Vehicle Specific
- Tekonsha
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Reese Multi-Plug Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 7-Way and 4-Way Flat Trailer Connectors
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- 7 Round - Blade
- Reese
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7- and 4-Pole Trailer Connector Socket w/ Mounting Bracket - Vehicle End
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 7 Round - Blade
- 4 Flat
- Hopkins
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Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
- Dash Mount
- Up to 4 Axles
- LCD Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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