Location of Brake Controller Fuse on a 2001 Chevy Silverado

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The cord from the trailer that connects to my truck was pinched. Had to splice it but still not getting lights when connected. need to check the fuse in the break controller. Where can I find the brake control fuse on a 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.

asked by: Debbie Y

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Under the hood of your 2001 Chevy Silverado, remove the cover on the power distribution box. If standing in front of the truck facing the motor, the brake controller fuse will be that last large one in the back left corner, see picture.

But the brake controller fuse does not have anything to do with the trailer lights though. You will need to check the other tow package fuses, using the owner's manual to locate them, to see if any of them are blown.

There is likely an issue with the trailer connector, and you will need to take a look at it and possibly replace it with a new one. You can test the vehicle side connector to make sure it is functioning by using a circuit tester such as # PTW2993.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

This is not an uncommon situation for your generation of Chevy Silverado. If you remove the cover on the power distribution box, look for a row of larger fuses on the left side of the box (if facing the motor from the front of the truck). If there…

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Answer 4

Thank you very much for your question and I will be glad to help. We don't have any non-radial tires (bias tires) in the size you requested. If trailer damage is your main concern, choosing a bias tire over a radial tire won't make too much…

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Answer 5

The highest load range rating we offer in a 235/85-16 is load range F which is rated for 3,960 lbs per tire. For this, I recommend the Karrier ST235/85R16 Radial Trailer Tire part #AM10501.

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Answer 6

For a tandem axle trailer rated for 7000 lbs, you can use either a Load Range C or D tire. Each axle will be rated for 3500 lbs so you need a tire that will carry 1/2 that capacity. That would make your minimum load range before limiting your system…

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Answer 7

There seems to be a mix up somewhere. Trailer tire #AM10501 that you have referenced is size 235/85-16, not 235/80. We have 2 tires in size 235/85-16. First, #AM10501, is a load range F and is rated for 3,960 pounds at 95 psi. Then we have #AM10295,…

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

When a brake controller works with the manual override but not with the brake pedal that indicates an issue on the red wire. Use a circuit tester like #PTW2993 and test the red wire. It should show power when you step on the brake pedal. If it does…

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

On GM vehicles of that vintage, the 12-V pin should be hot regardless of whether the ignition is on or not. If it isn't showing voltage even with the ignition on, you're almost certainly on the right track thinking it's a blown or…

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