Tekonsha P-3 Proportional Brake Controller Review - Video
Brake Controller Installation - 1996 Ford Explorer - Video
Tekonsha P3 Electric Trailer Brake Controller
The P3 controller is designed for use with electric and/or electric over hydraulic trailer braking systems. A simple switch on the unit allows the user to toggle back and forth between the two systems. The Tekonsha P3's LCD display features a distinctive look with multiple color and contrast options and includes a highly advanced, easy-to-understand roadside diagnostics display. The P3 advanced diagnostics not only notify you of potential problems, it can tell you where to begin trouble shooting.
- Features:
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- Applies power to the trailer brakes in proportion to vehicle's deceleration.
- No level adjustment necessary - it adjusts itself to varying terrain as you drive.
- Works proportionally in reverse - great for backing into tough spots.
- Designed for use with electric over hydraulic trailer brake systems.
- Works equally well on standard electric trailer brakes.
- Digital display depicts voltage delivery to trailer during braking.
- Continual diagnostics check for proper connection, shorted magnet condition and much more.
- Easy to read and understand diagnostic display
- "Boost" feature gives users the ability to apply more initial trailer braking power when towing heavier trailers.
- Power-saving mode reduces drain on battery when vehicle is not in use.
- Unique pocket mount allows for flexible mounting options.
- Quick and easy disconnect feature allows user to remove and store the control when not in use.
- The P3, along with the Tekonsha Prodigy and Primus, offers a replacement wiring harness (sold separately) to move the controller easily from one vehicle to another
- Rotary style manual brake adjustment lever is easily accessible under the controller unit.
- Customize the LCD display by choosing language, color and contrast options.
- Language options: English, French, and Spanish
- Color options: blue, light blue, cyan, green, light green, orange, magenta, pink, and white
- Limited lifetime warranty
- Specs:
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- Dimensions: 3-5/8" (W) x 4-5/8" (L) x 1-3/8" (H)
- Boost levels increase power up 0%, 13% and 25%
- 180 degree vertical plane operating range
- Can be mounted between -90 degree (straight down) and 90 degree (straight up)
- Made for up to four-axle trailer brake systems (8 Brakes)
- Diagnostic Troubleshooting displays: Battery Voltage, Stop Lamp Voltage, Output Voltage, Output Current
- Diagnostic Warning Signs: Open Ground, Overload, Output Shorted, Power Loss, and No Trailer Connected
- Required: For vehicles without brake control adapters.
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- 20 amp. Circuit Breaker (9506P) for 2-4 Brake applications.
- 30 amp. Circuit Breaker (38630) for 6-8 Brake applications.
- See also etrailer.com's exclusive 7 and 4 Way Brake Control Installation Kit (# ETBC7) that includes all the parts necessary to install the Tekonsha P3 brake controller.
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Mark C. from Montana
I will never buy another trailer brake again. The P3 is top of the line. Easy to install and set up. I sometimes tow various sized trailers in a day. The P3 makes it easy to go from trailer to trailer. Etrailer has the lowest price I was able to find and delivery was fast, less than a week.
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Absolutely the best!!
Eric from West Manchester, Ohio
I love this brake controller. Easy to install, easy to set up. Excellent, easy to read display. I will never use another brake controller again.
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Beautiful Top of the Line!
Sue from SLC, UT
Easy install. Full control of a dual axle trailer. highly recommend
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