Trailer Brake Controller Installation on 2000 Chevy S-10
Updated 02/13/2021 | Published 02/11/2021
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I’m looking at the tekancha Voyager for a 2000 S1 pickup. Does the S10 have a factory wiring connection for this unit or will I have to make splices or connections?
asked by: Mike W
Expert Reply:
Your 2000 Chevy S-10 is not prewired for a brake controller, but that's not a huge deal. The hardwire installation is actually pretty simple.
To begin with, you'll need a functional 4 pin trailer connector. If you don't have one already, you can easily install one using part # 118425 which installs inline at the connection between the vehicle's taillight wiring harness and taillight assemblies.
For a brake controller, I'm not a huge fan of the Voyager brake controller. Don't get me wrong, it works well. It does what it's supposed to but for about the same money you can get a better controller with the Tekonsha Primus, part # TK90160. The Primus provides a full LED numeric display and is auto leveling while the Voyager uses a single LED and needs to be manually leveled. The Primus is much easier to use.
To install the controller, you'll need our # ETBC7 brake controller installation kit. I've linked to an article and video that help explain the installation.
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Tekonsha Voyager Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Splice-In
- Under-Dash Box
- Under-Dash
- Up to 4 Axles
- Indicator Lights
- Single Trailer Only
- Tekonsha
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