Brake Controller Fit and Install Harness for 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500

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I need a electronic brake controller for my 2017 chevy silverado. My vehicle is not coming up in the system. Will the Tekonsha P3 work?

asked by: Joseph R

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For your 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500 the Prodigy P3 part # 90195 would be an excellent option for a brake controller that is confirmed as a fit. All you need is the correct install harness, part # 3016.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Willard J.

5/16/2020

My Z-82 pigtail plug does not have the color coded wires in the same configuration as the Curt 51451 plug and play wire harness that came with the Curt 51110 Venturer Brake Controller. Is there something wrong here. When I plug in the Curt harness and controller, the brake lights stay on after the truck is shut off and doors closed. Open a door, and the lights go out. Do you have any ideas?

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Chris R.

5/19/2020

This is indeed strange. Can you tell me what model vehicle you have?

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Willard J.

5/19/2020

@ChrisR I have a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT Double Cab. It has the V-6 engine with trailering equipment package. I have ordered another controller (same as the one I have) and I will email you the results of how this one works. It should be here today or tomorrow. If it works, I will send the other one back to Amazon. Thanks for you concern, Chris. Talk later.

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Willard J.

5/19/2020

@ChrisR Just installed the new controller. Everything seemed fine. Hit the brake pedal and the light came the controller, shut the door and NO brake lights! Checked on it a few minutes later and THE BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ON! What is going on?? I GIVE UP!! I'm going to hook it up to the new trailer tomorrow and see what happens. If those lights don't go out on their own, then I'll just unplug it until I need to pull the trailer. Hope it doesn't burn or short something out. This is a hair-puller!!! Thanks for your time, Chris, I appreciate it.

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Answer 1

There was a large enough generation change between those two trucks that a fit from one would not fit the other. The Westin set part #23-1955 that you referenced does fit the 2008 GMC Sierra as long as it's a crew cab.

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Answer 2

To install a brake controller on your 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 4x4, you will just need the vehicle specific plug-in adapter. These adapters are usually brand specific. For example, if you go with the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 brake controller,…

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Answer 3

Yes, to control the brakes on your trailer you have to have a brake controller. Without one there's no safe way to activate the trailer brakes. So for your 2017 Chevy Silverado I would recommend the Prodigy P3 Brake Controller part #90195. This…

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Answer 4

For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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Answer 5

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 6

Actually, the P3 now has the upgraded axis accelerometer like the P2. The Tekonsha P3 Trailer Brake Controller #90195, will work with both electric over hydraulic brakes on the trailer as well as electric brakes. It has a menu option on the display…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 8

The best brake controller option to go with is one that activates the brakes proportionally instead of time delayed. A proportional brake controller will activate the trailer brakes at the same time and with the same intensity as the tow vehicle…

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Answer 9

The trailer brakes work on a separate circuit than the lights. You have a couple of options to control the electric brakes on the trailer. One option is to use an air over electric brake control, #HA100400C. This unit connects to the air brakes on…

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Answer 10

If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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Answer 11

For your 2024 Nissan Frontier I recommend the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller #RED24FR. I like the Liberty because it is simple, reliable, and looks great in any vehicle. The main unit installs behind the dash, so only the control knob will…

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Answer 12

Yes, David you are correct. The Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller w/ Custom Harness item #RED82CR is exactly what you need. Since your 2024 Toyota 4Runner came with a 7-way connector, the plug and play adapter included with item #RED82CR will…

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