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Pro Series Pilot Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 3 Axles - Time Delayed
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Pro Series Pilot Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 3 Axles - Time Delayed

Part Number: 80550
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Simple and rugged, this time-delay brake controller is able to install in any direction, even upside down. Includes a large digital display with a dark smoke lens that can be read even in direct sunlight. Activates brakes with a preset intensity. Great Prices for the best trailer brake controller from Pro Series. Pro Series Pilot Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 3 Axles - Time Delayed part number 80550 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Pro Series Trailer Brake Controller - 80550

  • Electric
  • Time Delayed Controller
  • Up to 3 Axles
  • Pro Series
  • Dash Mount
  • Under-Dash Box
  • Automatic Leveling
  • Digital Display
  • Up to 360 Degrees

Simple and rugged, this time-delay brake controller is able to install in any direction, even upside down. Includes a large digital display with a dark smoke lens that can be read even in direct sunlight. Activates brakes with a preset intensity.


Features:

  • Brake controller activates trailer brakes with a preset intensity
  • Adjustable power output lets you select the amount of braking force
    • Simple thumbwheel lets you change settings
  • Large, easy-to-read digital display shows your braking status
  • Built-in short circuit prevention protects your vehicle and trailer
    • Pulse preventer (5501 - sold separately) recommended to keep the controller from activating when your hazards are on
  • Quick and easy installation with no mounting restrictions - can be installed in any direction
    • Microprocessor allows controller to be mounted upside down and still have a readable display
    • Standard mounting bracket included - optional mounting ball pivot kit (5298) sold separately
    • Plug-in, vehicle-specific brake control adapter (sold separately) available for select vehicles to reduce installation time


Specs:

  • Application: trailers with up to 3 axles (6 brake assemblies)
  • Dimensions: 4-3/4" long x 3-1/2" wide x 1-9/16" tall
  • Limited lifetime warranty


Built-In Controls for Adjustable Power

Pro Series Pilot Controls and Components

Braking Output

Braking output is the maximum amount of power that will be applied to your trailer's brakes. How much braking output you need is determined by the weight of your trailer; a heavier trailer will need more power to bring it to a stop. You want to set the braking output as high as you can without locking up the brakes. Once you've set up the brake controller the first time, you shouldn't need to adjust the settings until the trailer load changes, you switch trailers, or road conditions change. Use the thumbwheel on the side to change the braking output level. The output setting will appear as a number on the digital display, with a higher number indicating higher braking power.


Manual Override

The Pro Series Pilot keeps the manual override within easy reach on the front of the module, great for stopping sway or controlling your trailer's momentum in emergencies. Push the slide-bar to activate the trailer's brakes and brake lights without you having to apply the brakes on your tow vehicle, perfect for limiting trailer movement while you re cruising.


Quick, Simple Installation

Because inertia plays no role in the functioning of this controller, you do not have to mount the unit at any particular angle. Your mounting options are limitless, so long as you can still easily access the controller and manual override. The Pilot is especially flexible; its microprocessor allows the controller to even be mounted upside down, and it will still give you a readable display. The Pilot can go wherever you need it.


If your vehicle already has a plug-in brake controller wiring harness, just connect the unit to it. Otherwise, you will ned to purchase a vehicle-specific wiring harness (sold separately) to plug into. If a harness is unavailable for your vehicle, hardwiring will be necessary.


Installation Accessories

See also etrailer.com's exclusive 7- and 4-way brake control installation kit (ETBC7 - sold separately) if you don't already have a 7-way plug at the back of your vehicle.


Note: If a custom brake control wiring adapter is not available for your vehicle, either a 20-amp or 30-amp circuit breaker (sold separately) may be required for installation.


Time-Delayed Braking

What is time-delayed braking

The Pro Series Pilot comes equipped with time-delayed braking. Every time you apply the brakes in your vehicle, a signal is sent - via the brake switch - to the Pilot. The controller then sends power out to your trailer brakes to activate them with an intensity set by you, at a rate determined by you. The amount of braking power (output) can be adjusted to suit your preference, the road conditions, the type of trailer, and the weight of your load. To determine which levels are best for your application, test your towing setup and choose what feels right.



80550 Pro Series Tekonsha Pilot Brake Control for 1 to 3 Axle Trailers - Timed Actuated

Replaces 39518

Replaces 20190

Replaces 83503

Installation Details 80550 Installation instructions


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Pro Series Pilot Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 3 Axles - Time Delayed - 80550

Average Customer Rating:  4.9 out of 5 stars   (27 Customer Reviews)

Simple and rugged, this time-delay brake controller is able to install in any direction, even upside down. Includes a large digital display with a dark smoke lens that can be read even in direct sunlight. Activates brakes with a preset intensity.

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great brake box



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Great brakebox



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Great brake box. Does the job at a fair price



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Great brake box



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Good brake box



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Thanks for the fastest shipping and awesome pricing. I've used these brake controller for years. Great product and great pricing. Thanks etrailer!



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Product is great but the packaging was damaged. We are in retail so it matters.



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used many, no problems



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Good brake control



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good brake control not too expensive



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big hit
inexpensive and simple to use



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Thanks so much. Got what I needed. Really appreciate your business.



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Simple and easy to use! Works great!



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Great product and price



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Website was very user friendly and video of installment was very helpful. Our order came in just in time of us to install and use.



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Received product quickly. Will be using it this weekend!



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Great box at a great price



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good value but the swivel mount being optional should be made more clear



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Exactly what i needed.



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    On the Pilot Electric Brake Controller, part # 80550, an OL error code would indicate an overload error. The cause of this is most likely a bad ground or a short to the blue brake out put wire. The first thing I would check is the connector on the back of your vehicle. Any dirt or corrosion can be causing a bad ground or a short to the brake out put pin. The solution is to clean out the connector and get rid of any dirt or corrosion. It would also be a good idea to clean out the trailer...
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    There are a few issues that can cause the 0.9 to show up on your Pilot 2-6 Brake Electronic Brake Controller - Time Delayed # 80550. This can happen when the power setting of the controller is not set high enough, so the first thing I recommend is increasing the power of the controller a bit. If the issue is still there then you will need to check that blue wire from the controller is securely connected, and that the white ground wire is also securely connected. Next cut the blue wire...
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  • Mounting Bracket Needed For Pilot 2-6 Brake Electronic Brake Controller # 80550
    The Replacement Mounting Kit Bracket # 2178 is the bracket you need for the Pilot 2-6 Brake Electronic Brake Controller # 80550.
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  • Troubleshooting Pilot Brake Controller Not Activating Trailer Brakes
    The "c" on your Pilot Brake Controller # 80550 indicates that the controller is sensing a connection with the trailer. If the controller is not activating the trailer brakes with the brake pedal depressed, there are a couple things you will want to check. First make sure the red wire from the brake controller is connected to the correct brake switch wire on your tow vehicle. The red wire needs to be connected to the cold side of the brake light switch above the brake pedal, which is the...
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  • Brake Controller Wiring on a 2002 Ford F-250
    For the Pilot 2-6 Brake Electronic Brake Controller - Time Delayed # 80550 you can use Brake Control Wiring Adapter # 3035-P. If you have factory 7-Way the only part needed to install a brake controller is the brake controller and wiring adapter. Usually the factory will already give you a brake control adapter that connects to the brake controller and plugs into the dash. If you do have this harness you can also use it with the Pilot. The OEM plug is on the drivers side, usually on the...
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  • Will The Brake Controller Harness From 2019 Nissan Frontier Fit 2023 Frontier Pilot Brake Controller
    The Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter # 3050-P used on your 2019 Nissan Frontier is the same harness needed for your 2023 Nissan Frontier. This will connect from the factory wiring to the Pilot Brake Controller # 80550. I recommend checking the connectors first to make sure none of the pins inside the connectors were bent or pushed out of the connector. Next you will want to check the fuse panel for any damaged or missing fuses for the trailer brake controller. If there is not an issue with...
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  • Is It Time To Replace The Trailer Brake Controller In My 2011 GMC Sierra 1500?
    Though it does sound like you need to replace the brake controller, there is one more thing I recommend checking before doing so. That being your ground connection. A bad ground can cause any number of weird things to happen, and this definitely falls into the weird category. Granted, your 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 has all the wires for this already run, so if the connection you have under your dash looks good, then yes you will need to replace the controller. With that said, if you wanted...
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  • Troubleshooting Trailer Brake Controller In 2017 Ram 1500 Not Having Power
    I am sorry to hear you are having an issue getting power in the factory trailer brake controller port of your 2017 Ram 1500. You will need to check Fuse F-11 is installed in the engine bay fuse box, and is not blown. This should be a pink 30 amp fuse and is the trailer brake controller circuit. Without this fuse you will not have power to your trailer brake controller.
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    In order to install a trailer brake controller like the Pilot 2-6 Brake Electronic Brake Controller part # 80550 on a 2006 GMC Sierra you will in fact need a harness such as the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers part # 3015-P. The harness is plug-in-play but there are still a few connections you need to make under the hood. I have attached an article for you under the "Miscellaneous Media" section with these connections explained.
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  • Should the Third Brake Light of a Motor Home be Dimly Illuminated After Brake Controller Install
    It sounds like you might have a short in your brake controller wiring. It sounds like the 12 volt power source is shorting to the brake switch circuit, This is causing the power from the 12 volt circuit to back feed onto the brake light circuit and illuminate your third brake light. If I were you I would take the motorhome back to the RV shop and have them fix the problem. Even if the LED only draws a small amount of amperage it will eventually drain the battery. Not to mention the fact...
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  • Compatability of Pilot Brake Controller # 80550 with 2002 Ford F250
    The Pilot Electric Brake Controller, part # 80550 would work just fine on your F250. Brake controllers are not vehicle specific, you can use a controller on virtually any vehicle, I have even heard of people using then for trailers being pulled by motorcycles. In addition to the controller, you will also need the brake controller wiring adapter, part # 3035-P. You'd need to cut off the black connector on the adapter, and wire directly to the wires on your controller, color for color. We...
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  • Troubleshooting Brake Output Pin Not Getting Power at Vehicle Plug
    The voltage on the brake controller output pin on your 7-way should show 12v when you depress the brake pedal or use the manual override. The manual override on the Pro-Series part # 80550 is the knob on the front of the controller. Make sure to have both the power adjuster on the side and the manual override set. If you still do not have 12V, use a circuit tester such as part # PTW2993 and test the blue wire coming from the back of the brake controller if you are getting 11V or 12V, you...
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    If the connector on the back of your Pilot brake controller, # 80550, will not plug into the connector under the dash on your 2004 Dodge Ram Pickup, you will need to use the wiring adapter, # 3020-P. I would recommend cutting off the black connector on this adapter and the plug on your controller and soldering the wires to the like colored wires coming from the back of the brake controller.
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  • Troubleshooting 1999 GMC 2500 Brake Lights Not Working with Pilot Brake Controller Installed
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  • Pilot Brake Controller Screen Goes Completely Blank Randomly
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  • Installing Pilot Time Delayed Brake Controller on a 2008 Chevy Silverado
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