Redarc Tow Pro Elite Brake Controller to Bypass Factory 2009 Suburban Factory Brake Controller

Question:

Good evening. I have a 2009 Chevy Suburban 2500HD with the factory integrated brake controller. How would I install a Redarc tow pro elite in place of the factory brake controller?

asked by: Joe T

Expert Reply:

Installing the Redarc Tow Pro Elite # RED44FR controller will involve you wiring an extra wire from the brake controller to your 7-way trailer connector. Under the driver's side dash by the emergency brake pedal will be a bunch of 5 blunt cut wires that are taped up to the wiring harness. I have attached a picture that shows you where this wiring harness will be located.

Use:
Red/Black to Black Battery Power
White to White Ground
Light Blue/White to Red Brake Light Signal

Do not use :
Drk Blue Brake Control Output to Trailer
Orange Center High Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL)

Using the included brake wiring harness with the controller, wire the three used wires to the harness. Then you will need # 10-1-1, which is sold by the foot, to connect to the controller harness blue wire and then run this wire back to your 7-way connector. Connect this wire to the blue wire at the connector to bypass the OEM controller.

I have attached an article that will explain how to bypass the factory controller and install the P2 in your cab.