Troubleshooting A Brake Buddy Stealth Brake Test That Isn't Activating The Brakes
Question:
My stealth buddy control unit is powering up in my vehicle but the brakes do not operate when I remove the dust cap. I verified the plug and wiring to the unit is good with a voltmeter.
asked by: Danny G
Expert Reply:
If the dust cap has been on the Brake Buddy Stealth # HM39530 7-way connector for a continuous three minutes it basically disables the system because it thinks you're going to be driving the towed vehicle. If you connect to the motorhome again and power on the unit and then remove the 7-way cable and install the dust cap and then remove it the brakes should apply.
If this isn't the case for you and the brake test still isn't working then let me know and we can keep troubleshooting further.
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Brake Buddy Stealth Supplemental Braking System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Brake Buddy
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