How to Install a Brake Controller In a 2006 Chevy Suburban LT

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Do i need a Seperate Brake Controller For My Vehicle, Or is one Factory Installed and I bought a tekonsha 3015-p Wiring Adapter because my Wife lost my Original Wiring That Came with The Truck...... What do i Need to do from this Point On ??

asked by: Paul G

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You do not have a factory brake controller installed in your 2006 Chevy Suburban. You will need to install one, the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller # 90885 would be an excellent choice since it is one of the best performing controllers on the market.

If you check out the FAQ article I attached you will see everything needed to install a brake controller in your vehicle. If you have a factory installed 7-way at the rear of your vehicle all you will need is a brake controller harness # 3025-P.

If you have a factory 4-way at the rear of your vehicle there will be a couple more step you will need to complete. See the FAQ for more details.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

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If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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If you have a vehicle specific wiring harness for a brake controller then that would indicate that you have a factory tow package and subsequently would already have a 7-way at the back of your vehicle. The universal 7-way connector #ETBC7 is meant…

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The trailer brakes work on a separate circuit than the lights. You have a couple of options to control the electric brakes on the trailer. One option is to use an air over electric brake control, #HA100400C. This unit connects to the air brakes on…

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Answer 9

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Answer 12

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