Troubleshooting a Journey HD Brake Controller for Flashing OC Code

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trailer brakes were working fine. now when i apply the brakes the OC code flashes and the brakes lock up. The brakes are also locking up in unison with the turn signal.do you suppose this is due to corrosion in the trailer plug? i have it installed on a 2010 silverado 1500. it has the factory towing package and wiring is correct.

asked by: Pete

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Expert Reply:

It is very likely that corrosion is causing the problem you are experiencing. I would recommend you check the back of the connector on the vehicle side as well as the trailer side connector for corrosion and clean as needed.

You may also have a loose or exposed wire that is causing the short, you should check for that also.

It sounds like corrosion or exposed wire has your blinker circuit shorted out to your brake output circuit and that is why your brakes are locking up with your blinker.

Check out the FAQ article I attached on trailer wiring also.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

A flashing OC message on the Valley Journey HD brake controller means that the trailer brake circuit is lost or intermittent. With no trailer connected, the brake controller might think there is a connection for some reason. It will also do this…

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Answer 2

As a first step, I would recommend doing a standard bench test. Use a circuit tester like part #PTW2992 and test the wiring exiting the rear of the controller. The blue wire should show current both when the override switch is activated and when the…

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Answer 3

I was able to find the install manual for the Valley Journey HD brake controller and attached a screenshot of it that shows what all of the error codes are for it. None of the codes look like an O and a backwards 7, but maybe you can see which one…

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Answer 4

The frustration is in where you are measuring. The measurement is from the top of the shank othe the bottom of the ball platform. This is what will get you the correct ball height because the coupler will sit over the hitch ball. So if you are…

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Answer 5

Hey Robert, for your 2016 Jeep Wrangler using the Ready Brute Elite II tow bar you can use the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit #BX1126 with the Blue Ox Base Plate Adapter Brackets for Ready Brute Elite Tow Bars #BX88297. From here, to complete your flat…

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Answer 6

The Draw Tite hitch part #DT45517 that you referenced has a mounting bracket designed for attaching a trailer wiring bracket like the part #18144 to. You would simply need to attach the bracket to the hitch and it would easily store a 4-way.

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Answer 7

For your tire size of 205/75-15 the correct Titan tire chain you'd want is the part #TC1545. The #TC1540 wouldn't fit properly as it is designed for a smaller tire diameter.

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Answer 8

By mounting hole dimensions I assume you are asking about the distance between them, and that distance is 39 inches for the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver #DT45519. That is the same distance between the mounting holes as the similar hitch from Curt…

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Answer 9

I did a little research on your 2001 Dodge Ram 3500 and found that it's max towing capacity is listed as 13,900 lbs. I would strongly recommend you check the owners manual of your truck to see what Dodge lists as the capacity for your truck and…

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Answer 10

In order for a weight distribution system to be effective the tongue weight of the trailer needs to fall within the range of the system. So if the trailers you plan to tow are going to have a wide range of tongue weights it's not likely…

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