Adjusting Brake to Work with Prodigy P2 Electric Trailer Brake Controller
Question:
I have a Prodigy 2 brake controller installed on my 2012 Outback and have just picked up my Scamp trailer with brakes installed. The instructions for the P2 call for setting the controller to lock up the brakes, then backing off on the setting. Im not able to get the brakes to lock even at the highest setting. Should I Jack up the trailer and try to tighten the brakes manually?
asked by: Meg S
Helpful Expert Reply:
It sounds to me like the Prodigy P2, part # 90885, is installed properly in your 2012 Subaru Outback. I think you're right that the brakes need to be adjusted.
I've attached an article and a video that may help you adjust your brakes. If you skip ahead in the video to around the 4:40 mark you'll see the installer making the adjustment with our adjustment spoon, part # W80630.
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Brake Adjustment Spoon for Drum Brakes
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brakes
- Hydraulic Drum Brakes
- Adjuster
- Brake Adjuster Tool
- Performance Tool
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Tekonsha Prodigy P2 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
- LED Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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