Pro Series Pilot Trailer Brake Controller w/ Custom Harness - Up to 3 Axles - Time Delayed
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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.
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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.
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.
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.
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. Plus, the included wiring adapter eases installation overall. The custom connector end plugs into the port on your vehicle and the other end plugs into the controller.
You can use etrailer'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.
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Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Today, we're going to be taking a look at part number 80550. This is the Pilot 2-6 Brake Time Delayed Electronic Brake Controller from Pro Series. It's going to work for 2-6 brakes, which is going to be up to 3 brake axles. One of the main features I want to show you is the large, easy to read dual-digital disk play. I have it connected to our power source. That way, you can just get a really quick look at how easy that display is to see.
Nice, quick response time too. Please keep in mind that this installer must be installed with a 12 volt negative ground system. It's going to provide flexible mounting options and can be installed in any direction. It's got a microprocessor that's going to allow the controller to be mounted upside down and still have a readable display. It's got a feature protection against short circuit or loss of ground. A standard mounting bracket is included as well as the hardware needed to get it attached.
That's going to go on the side here towards the back of the controller. It's got the mounting slots in there and then you can see the different options that you have as far as a versatile mount. This inaudible 00:01:12 right here is going to be the ball mount interface. It's an optional mounting ball pivot kit that we sell that works with this. It's sold separately. You can find that with part number 5298.
A pulse preventer is also recommended. That's available and sold separately with part number 5501. The wheel on this side of the controller is designed to control and adjust the breaking power. This right here is going to be the manual override or the manual slide knob. The wiring system is a simple plug and play feature that allows for easy and quick connection and disconnection. This is designed for use with electric brakes.
It's going to give us an overall width of 3 1/2 inches, overall length of 4 3/4 of an inch, and then an overall height of about 1 9/16ths of an inch. It's going to be covered with a limited lifetime warranty. If a custom break wiring adapter is not available for your vehicle, one of the following will be required: Either a 20 amp circuit breaker for 2-4 brake applications or a 30 amp circuit breaker for 6-8 brake applications. When it comes to the wiring on this system, your white wire is going to be your ground. Your black is going to be for the positive battery. Your red is going to be for the cold side of the stop light switch, and then your blue wire is going to be for the brake output to the trailer. That's going to do it for our review of part number 80550. This is the Pilot 2-6 Brake Time Delayed Electronic Brake Controller from Pro Series. .
good value but the swivel mount being optional should be made more clear
Fit perfectly into our 2020 GLS 580 and into our 2020 VS30 Sprinter 2500, both with a Mercedes factory trailer hitch. Greatly simplifies the installation.
I'm going to skip the reviews for Item #3066-P Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers and for Item #331-TPH-017 Redarc Tow-Pro Wiring Adapter for Tekonsha Brake Controller Harness. They just work to get the signals from A to B.
Installing this in my Merc ML-250 Bluetec was straight forward, but I thought quite a bit about the knob placement. Finally ended up mounting this next to the ashtray, opposite of the cigarette lighter. This location won't work for those with heated/cooled cupholders as this is the location used for that controller. This location works well for mounting as there is clearance below and the knob is low-profile enough that the sliding door can still cover the area. Just need to be careful with wire routing. Route towards the back of the car, then reverse course up to the front, such that the slider can retract into this space. The main body of the unit is mounted under the dashboard above the brake pedal, completely hidden from view and out of the way of feet and knees.
Works great as designed, easy install on 2018 MB 350 with factory tow. Cable was long enough to connect under dash by the brake pedal and snake around under center dash.
Great deal
easy to use brake box
Great product
Fit perfect in my 2018 MB GLS AMG edition. Simple plug and play with the electronic brake controller. Worked perfect after I hooked it up. Just used some zip ties to keep all wires nice and organized.
I installed the Tekonsha P-3 Trailer Brake Controller in my 2015 Mercedes GL450 in the summer of 2021. The brake controller has worked flawlessly. We pull a new 7,200 lb RV with 600 lb tongue weight. There is plenty of power with this vehicle, but the load does max out our vehicle's rated hitch weight and towing capacity. Installation of the controller was very simple to do and the information provided on etrailer's website was great for knowing what items to purchase. As for Mercedes, that was a different deal as there doesn't seem to be a lot of good, consistent information on where the trailer brake wires were hidden in the vehicle and the actual configuration of the installed wire connector configuration as several different configurations are apparently in existence. Nevertheless, I got lucky and had the simplest configuration where the factory connecting wires were under the dash by the steering wheel, as opposed to somewhere under the rear carpeting. Total install time was about 20 minutes and the unit fired right up. Settings and adjustments are very simple. This was a good purchase in my mind and I'd definitely buy it again.
Exact fit and function for true plug-and-play function. The quality is good and the length is more than long enough to reach from the factory connection behind the GLE350 brake pedal over to where I mounted the electric brake controller. The vehicle connection end even matches the green color to help color-code the connections.
This is the only source for this that I found at the time I purchased it and so long as the brake controller has a standard connection it should work with any brand.
To Dena, my order for Mercedes GSL Class connected perfectly to existing factory tow package pre-existing wiring. Have not tried out controller with RV yet, but are planning to on 3/29/20-camping trip. I was first told by local installer that my ONLY controller option was the Bluetooth set up. I am so glad to have you as my go to FOR rv-trailer needs. Shipment was very timely. Thanks so much, Ray K
etrailer came through again. I think they really do their homework on the products they offer as I have used them many times now. I do still suggest improving their listings (every company) as the whole internet sales thing is lacking everywhere. It should be better than shopping in person. More info and often it would help to show the product in use. imho
Worked just as it said it would. Connects my Mercedes’ towing package wiring directly to my controller. Plug and go!
Great brakebox
Wow! What an easy install. Plug this in. Plug in the brake controller. Done. The instructions even told me where to look for the plug on the car side for my model vehicle.
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I like this brake controller. It is easy to set up and adjust. Only gripe is I can't get it exactly set so that the trailer doesn't jerk when braking at low speeds.
Sells out fast
Easy to install. Connected right to the OEM plug and to the plug on the brake controller. Works as advertised.
Excellent Product. High quality plug and play. On 2022 GLS 450 the hardest work was finding the plug behind the carpet near the lower dash edge. After that it was easy and worked well.
Thanks for the fastest shipping and awesome pricing. I've used these brake controller for years. Great product and great pricing. Thanks etrailer!
Bought Draw-Tite Activator IV for a 2018 Mercedes GLS. Installed with Tekonsha 3066-P harness. The Tekonsha harness plugged into the Mercedes pre-wired harness easily. The Draw-Tite was easy to install and works perfectly.
After reading what I could find online, I was searching for a brake controller for my vehicle. I ran across etrailer and found their prices to be competitive. I emailed with some questions specific to my vehicle and fully expected a several day wait for my answers. Within hours I had received a response from a real person, Madison P. He was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. I purchased the unit and it was delivered 2 days later. Super service!!
Excellent product. It connected directly to my 2019 GLS 450 factory harness and installed in five minutes. It’s my second time purchasing this product.
Fit ML 350 harness as OEM product.
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