How Does Brake Controller Install in 2020 Chevy Traverse that Has Factory Tow Package
Question:
I have a 2020 Traverse with the factory tow package. Do I need brake controller? Ive never towed with the vehicle and I assumed I needed one. However etrailer doesnt have any controllers listed with factory tow package. Thanks!
asked by: Craig
Expert Reply:
Hey Craig, sorry about the confusion but there are great brake controllers that fit your 2020 Chevy Traverse with the factory tow package including the P3 part # 90195 that you referenced. You just have to wire the controller directly to the tow package wiring that you have under your dash.
Instead of a connector, there are 4 blunt cut tow package wires located under the dash below and behind where the headlight switch is located. These wires will directly connect with the wires of the pigtail included with your brake controller.
The wire bundle should be taped to a larger wiring harness, and will usually have a white tag or label on it. The 4 wires will connect as follows: The blue tow package wire connects to the blue wire on the brake controller pigtail, the light blue and white striped tow package wire connects to the red pigtail wire, the red and black or red and blue striped tow package wire connects to the black pigtail wire and the black tow package wire connects to the white pigtail wire.
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Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
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Craig
10/8/2024
Thanks Jameson, that's so helpful. Do you have any lower cost options that would work on the Traverse? My only requirement is that there is a number system instead of colors when increasing/decreasing brake pressure.