Troubleshooting One Electric Brake Assembly Not Functioning On a Tandem Axle Trailer
Question:
I dont know if you can tell me anything all of my trailer brakes work except one it doesnt have any power going to it can I run a jumper wires from the back one to the front one to get it working
asked by: John C
Expert Reply:
You can run a jumper wire to the trailer brake that is not working to determine if the wiring may be damaged that goes to that brake assembly. Often times axles will have a wire that runs through the axle to the other side for that brake assembly. There is a chance that the wire became damaged inside the axle.
You can test the wiring to the brake assembly with a Multimeter # PT89ZR to determine if you are getting the same voltage and amperage to the brake assembly. If you are getting voltage to the brake assembly your Brake Magnet # BP01-225 is likely faulty. I have linked an article below for testing your brake magnet. If you find that it is faulty please let me know what brakes you have and I can ensure you get the right replacement magnet.
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Replacement Trailer Brake Magnet for Dexter Electric Brake Assemblies
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