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Question Was Asked By - Mike


Brake Controller Causing Trailer Brakes to Sometimes Lock up

Question:

I have a 03 chevy 2500HD timed controller. The continunity light will only come on when the brake is applied. Pulling a RV with a battery hookup. Brakes lock up sometimes and sometimes it does not. WHen hooked up to my flatbed it operates correctly.

asked by: Mike

Expert Reply:

My suspicion is that the problem exists on the Chevy somewhere, because the problem doesn't occur when towed with another vehicle. I'd first check the brake controller. Using a circuit tester, make sure you have 12 v going into the brake controller, and check for output when the manual override is activated. Also test at the trailer connector for current while the override is activated.

expert reply by: Mike


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Circuit Tester Kit



40376

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Product Summary:

Wiring
Circuit Tester

Product Specs:

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