How to Set Braking Power on Redarc Tow-Pro Elite
Question:
After the first installation and calibration, how do I figure out where to set this brake controller to for best control. I know I normal brake controllers with the trailer doing about 5 mph you manually activate the brakes and find a setting just below what locks them up. Is that the case for a proportional set up like this? If not what is the proceadure for finding the setting? I have a 2016 tundra doublecab SR. Thanks
asked by: Donald C
Expert Reply:
The first thing you want to do is read the instruction manual for your brake controller. Once you have calibrated the device and understand how to make adjustments, it is time to find the best settings based on your vehicle and the trailer you are pulling. The most common way to test the brake controller is to drive slowly (about 25 mph) on a dry, level surface, such as an empty parking lot. Increase the braking intensity if it takes too long for the vehicle to stop or decrease the intensity if the brakes are locking up. The ideal setting will have your trailer brakes at maximum braking power without the wheels locking up.
For a Redarc like the # RED44FR Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller, the lower end of the scale (below level 5) should be used as a starting point. If a lighter braking level is required, turn the control knob to a lower number to reduce the trailer braking force. A higher number increases the trailer braking force. Setting the knob to 0 will result in no braking output.
I have attached the instruction manual and video review of the Redarc brake controller for your reference.
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Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller - Dash Knob - 2 Braking Modes - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Dash-Mounted Knob
- Hidden
- Up to 3 Axles
- Indicator Lights
- Redarc
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