Troubleshooting Dexter Brake Actuator that Runs All the Time When Connected
Question:
When I test the K71-651 and connect the white wire to the negative post and the black wire to the positive post I cannot hear a click and the unit does not run. When testing the other wires everything is good. When I hook all wires up unit runs continuously without hooking to the truck Should I be able to hear an audible click when testing the black and white wire?
asked by: Bob B
Expert Reply:
Hey Bob, when just the power and ground is connected on a brake actuator like the Dexter DX part # K71-651 you won't hear the unit prime itself. It would do this once a connection to trailer brakes is made which would be the blue wire that runs to the trailer brakes.
If it's running continuously I would check to make sure the breakaway switch isn't pulled or wired up wrong.
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Dexter DX Series Electric Over Hydraulic Brake Actuator for Disc Brakes - 1,600 psi
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Bob
2/28/2024
Will the K71-651 work on a 2003 Chevy 2500 with aftermarket brake control