How Can Prodigy P3 Brake Controller Bypass 2016 Ram 3500 Integrated Controller

Question:

Im not happy with my factory integrated controller and the stopping power it provides for my firth wheel. Im considering a P3 and I see there is a package with an wiring adapter for my RAM. Im wondering if I need to disconnect the integrated controller from the wiring harness to install the wiring adapter or is there a 2nd factory plug for the adapter and will the P3 automatically override the integrated controller?

asked by: John

Expert Reply:

Yes if you installed the Prodigy P3 brake controller part # 90195 in your 2016 Ram 3500 it would totally bypass the integrated one you have. You will need the install harness part # 3024-P as well.

To install an aftermarket brake controller on a 2016 Dodge Ram that has the factory integrated controller you will have to disconnect the ITBM (Integrated Trailer Brake Module). Doing so will turn on a warning lamp on the instrument cluster. In order to disconnect the ITBM and not get the warning lamp, your local Dodge dealer will have to reconfigure the TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module), of the truck. Once the TIPM has been reconfigured, and the ITBM has been unplugged, you can use a vehicle specific brake control harness such as the Tekonsha # 3024-P, to install the aftermarket brake control.

To disconnect the ITBM, you or the dealer will need to contact the Business Center to remove the sales code (XHC). The TIPM will need to be reconfigured. Once the sales code has been disabled you can disconnect the ITBM electrical connector, under the dash, without getting the warning lamp. Basically the computer needs to be told that the truck does not have a brake controller so you can unplug it without getting that warning light.

expert reply by: Jameson C