Are Trailer Brake Controllers Vehicle-Specific

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If I buy Tekonsha brake controller 39510 What else do I need to put this on my dumptruck? I dont see the complement connector to the unit. Is that purchased seperately?

asked by: Tim S

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Trailer brake controllers such as the Tekonsha Voyager # 39510 are not vehicle-specific but the parts required to install one can be specific to a year/make/model vehicle. For instance, many pickups have a port under the dash to allow quick plug-in installation of the Voyager. To find the correct harness you can enter your vehicle info into our Fit Guide.

You can also always hardwire a controller using our all-inclusive kit # ETBC7. This has all the parts you need other than the controller itself and the 4-pole flat wiring harness that needs to be already installed on the vehicle.

You can refer to the two linked help articles for additional information regarding controller installation.

expert reply by: Adam R

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Answer 1

The brake controller that I recommend for your 2007 Toyota Tundra, due to its easy mounting and use is the Curt TriFlex NEXT Trailer Brake Controller #C24VV. Since you have the factory 7-way the only other thing you'll need is the Curt…

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Answer 2

If your 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee came with a factory installed 7-Way wiring harness, it probably does have the 12-volt wire already attached and ready for use. You can check the pin on the 7-Way in the 1 oclock position if facing the connector. Use…

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Answer 3

Electric proportional brake controllers are required to be manually leveled by hand according to the parameters outlined in the installation instructions. Not all brake controllers have the same mounting range so you need to make sure you follow the…

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To install a 7-way on your 2005 Jeep Liberty you will first need to start with a 4-way like part #C55382 and then from there convert it to a 7-way. If your trailer doesn't have brakes and all you need is lighting functions then all you would need…

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The brake controller that I recommend for you to use on your 2017 Honda Ridgeline is the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 #90195. This is one of the easiest brake controllers to install and use, plus it has received numerous positive reviews from our customers.…

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For your adapter from the 4-way to a 7-way, I recommend the Hopkins Adapter 4-Pole to 7-Pole and 4-Pole #37185. This will give you the option of adding the 12V power, the brake controller output, and the reverse lights. Even if you don't add…

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First check under your 2015 Ford Expedition for a round connector, perhaps in the vicinity of the frame rail or spare tire, that could plug into the round connector on 4- and 7-Way #C55774. If that connector is present under the vehicle then you just…

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The good news is that you are well on your way to completing the installation on your 2008 Chevy Express Van. What you will want to do to complete the installation is to first locate the output wire for the electric brakes. It is located under the…

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Answer 9

To use the Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller #C51180 your vehicle only needs 12 volt, ground, and turn signals connected to its 7-way socket. What this means is you do not need the brake signal from the 7-way. For example, if you used a…

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Answer 10

Your best bet would be to trace the running light circuit from the trailer connector all the way back to the lamps. You will want to pay careful attention to the point where the running light circuit for the right side of the trailer splits off from…

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If the red wire from your brake controller is tapped into a wire that has voltage when the hazard lights are activated then this situation will occur. You will need to attach the red wire from the brake controller to a brake signal wire, under the…

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Answer 12

It sounds like you have a 7-Way and are using a 7 to 4-Way adapter because the trailer has a 4-Way flat. If the running lights are not working with this set up, the first thing you will want to do is use a circuit tester, like #PTW2993 if needed, and…

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