Troubleshooting Brake Controller Install on 2004 Chevy Silverado Where Controller Has No Power

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I have a 2004 chevy 2500 hd and I hooked it up with the plug in adapter. No power is to the devise does it have to be grounded to the trailer ball or hooked up to the trailer to show power.

asked by: Dan

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When installing a brake controller in a 2004 Chevy Silverado 2500HD with a harness like the Tekonsha part # 3015-P there are a few connections under the hood of the truck that need to be made to activate the brake controllers wiring.

I attached a help article below that covers how to make these connections as well as an install video that shows the process as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The Hopkins Plug-in Simple Brake Wiring Adapter #HM47795 should have the red wire run to the pin right next to the blue wire closest to the clip side of the connector. See the picture I attached. The blue wire you found under the hood of your truck…

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Answer 2

Just to make extra sure, the red wire should be directly next to the blue wire on the harness. The black wire should be above (or below depending on how you are holding the connector) the blue wire. And the white wire should be in the opposite corner…

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Answer 3

Chevy trucks like your 2004 Silverado 1500 are known to require some additional connections under the hood to make a brake controller fully functional. We have a help article that covers exactly this which I have linked for you. The red wire with the…

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Answer 4

On your 2004 Chevy Silverado 2500 you will need to make sure that the red wire in the connector, #3015-P, is in the correct place. If you are not using harness #3015-P then that could be the problem. Make sure the end of your harness that plugs into…

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Answer 5

Manufacturers can change the wire colors at any time, so you want to test the wiring with a circuit tester like part #PTW2993 to make sure you find the right wires when installing wire harness. We do have a chart that shows what color wires are…

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Answer 6

To install a controller on your Silverado, you will need to choose a controller and the appropriate brake controller wiring adapter. I recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 #90885 and Wiring Adapter, #3015-P. The P2 is a great unit for the price, and is…

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Answer 7

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 8

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 9

Hi Duane, Air Springs are better for leveling loads and will typically give you a rougher unloaded ride quality so these might not be the best option for your setup depending on what your intended use is. Air springs are the best option when it comes…

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Answer 10

Hey Mike! Looking at your picture there I would say it is definitely the Westin Sportsman. Was this originally on your 2004 Chevy Silverado 2500? If it came off another truck it won't fit even with the right brackets. The Sportsman for your truck…

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Answer 11

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 12

If you plan on always having same air pressure in both bags I would also go with a union tee like the #AL21838 which will allow you to have both bags at same pressure with a single inflation valve. Otherwise the kit does not come with this so…

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