Is 2016 Ram 3500 Integrated Brake Controller Compatible with Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator

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Is this Electric over Hydraulic brake actuator compatible with the factory installed brake controller on a 2016 Ram 3500 6.7 Cummins longhorn?

asked by: Andrew T

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Helpful Expert Reply:

The integrated brake controller of your 2016 Ram 3500 is compatible with electric over hydraulic trailer brake actuators like the Dexter part # K71-651 that you referenced.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

In order to work with an electric-over-hydraulic (EOH) trailer brake actuator like the Titan BrakeRite #T4813102 your OEM trailer brake controller in your 2016 Ram 3500 must have a setting for this type of operation. Factory controllers from Ford and…

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Answer 2

We have actually run into this issue quite a few times in the past, and there is a simple fix. The reason the Curt Echo Wireless #C51180 locks up the brakes on your camper only at low speeds is due to it being paired incorrectly, usually plugging in…

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Answer 3

I would be happy to help you fix your Curt Echo item #C51180. First you will need to completely unplug the Echo from both trailer and truck, delete the app from your phone, reinstall the app, and then plug the Echo into the vehicle 7-way (by itself)…

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Answer 4

If you 2017 Ram 3500 is equipped with in Integrated Trailer Brake Module (ITBM), then you should not have to use a Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator, like #HBA-CAM. The factory ITBM will allow you to connect to your Hydrastar Actuator through the…

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Answer 5

That fluid has to be going somewhere! What you can do is have someone activate the manual override on the brake controller in the vehicle cab while checking for leaks. Make sure the reservoir is full though. If it is not leaking at a line or…

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Answer 6

There are a number of factors involved when converting a semi 7-way to an RV 7-way. Semis generally use a 7-pin round pin socket, similar to #PK11720. And RV style 7-way uses blades, like #PK12706. We do not offer any pre-made adapters to make this…

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Answer 7

You will want to start by following the troubleshooting tips in the manual for the electric over hydraulic actuator, #K71-651. I have outlined them here for you: 1. Verify that the trailer and tow vehicle are wired according to the electrical…

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Answer 8

Trailers use a combined wiring system meaning the brake lights and turn signals are on the same circuits. Since the brake lights are working on the trailer, and because you have tested the vehicle wiring and it is working properly, there is most…

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Answer 9

Yes, the Curt Echo brake controller part #C51180 that you referenced is compatible with electric over hydraulic actuators like your Dexter.

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Answer 10

On a trailer the brake lights and turn signals operate on the same wire/bulb. So, it is odd when the turn signals work, but the brake lights don't. There are 3 possible causes for this that are more likely than any of the other possible causes.…

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Answer 11

If your trailer has separate turn signals from the brake lights and you want them to remain that way, you will need to use a special converter. On the trailer side, behind the 7-Way, you will attach the Vehicle to Vehicle Taillight Converter,…

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Answer 12

It sounds to me like your Dexter DX Series Electric Over Hydraulic Brake Actuator for Disc Brakes #K71-651 has a short either in the power wire/brake controller wire on the trailer plug or a short in the breakaway switch. Inspect the 12V power and…

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