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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.
Hello everybody, this is Jeff at etrailer.com. Today I'm gonna take a look at this Tekonsha plug-in wiring adapter for your electric brake controller. Now this is a custom fit part. It is designed to fit the 2019 and newer Subaru Ascent with the factory tow package. And on a custom fit part like this, I do like to recommend for you to go to our website and use the fit guide, put in your year and model vehicle. That'll show if this will work for your application.
Basically, this wiring adapter will let you easily install your Tekonsha or your Draw-Tite electric brake controller in your vehicle. This adapter requires no hard wiring. It is designed to just plug directly into your electric brake controller on this end for the simplest installation possible. Now, because there's no wires to connect, installation is not permanent. So you can basically unplug it, remove your brake controller at any time and securely store it away.
The custom connector end right here is what'll plug in to the built-in port that's beneath the dash of your vehicle. And as we mentioned, the other end right here is designed to plug in to the back of your electric brake controller. Now this is compatible with the time-delayed brake controllers, the Draw-Tite activator I, Draw-Tite activator II, the Draw-Tite activator III, and the Tekonsha PowerTrac, and is also compatible with proportional brake controllers by Tekonsha, the Tekonsha Prodigy, Tekonsha P2, Tekonsha P3, the Tekonsha Primus IQ, and the Tekonsha Voyager. Does come with a nice set of instructions that'll describe how this installs and where you can find your plug at on your vehicle. But that should do it for the review on the Tekonsha plug-in wiring adapter for your electric brake controller.
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good value but the swivel mount being optional should be made more clear
I am not mechanical in any way and was told by a ship it would run about $450-$500 to install my break Controller. With this plug-in adaptor and the extremely easy to follow instructions. I installed it in less than 15 minutes, and it works perfectly.
As of today, I have not connected to my travel trailer. However, a big thanks to the people who made the installation instructions. They showed the exact location of the car end (female end) of the cable. I did remove the one plastic trim panel to make reaching it easier. It's held in place by one turn and pull button.
Will try and return this. When I went to install I noticed this did not have an inline fuse. The supplied Subaru harness that came with my car did have the inline fuse. Although this product would have been simple plug and play, I opted to do the wiring myself because I wanted to be sure I had that protection between my tow vehicle and trailer.
Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Brake Controller is Awesome. You have 3 levels of braking power to choose from with the Tekonsha brake controller. You can select a certain level, and even adjust the amount of braking power on the move, which is a great option. I had the Tekonsha controller in my Dodge pickup, then moved it to my Subaru Ascent, one year ago. I have been a professional driver for 49 years, with two national safe driving awards. Safety comes first, and Tekonsha helps me achieve that goal, every time I tow. The two pictures do not show the fully loaded cab of vehicle, or the 600 lbs of concrete bags. I was not pushing my allowed weight limit, although the Tekonsha P3 Brake Controller makes towing pleasant.
This electric brake actuator has worked flawlessly for the past year. It adjusts based on my device settings as I apply my car brakes. My car, a 2020 Subaru, came equipped with a tow package. The car's female plug made installation truly a plug and play event. My etrailer customer service rep was accurate in her explanation and recommendation of the Tekonsha. Thanks again etrailer team! You keep earning my business.
Needed a brake controller and wiring harness for our 2019 Subaru Ascent. Have always enjoyed easy ordering process and top quality products from etrailer; however, this time I wanted to make sure I got best fit for my intended use. Emailed Customer Svc and received next day a very nice email from Derek S, fully explaining his recommendation and suggesting the appropriate wiring harness for my Ascent. I placed the order, products arrived timely and installation took me maybe 1 hour, most of which was fabricating a bracket which allowed me to mount controller in a cavity under dash I “simply” created by popping out a fuse block cover. Tekonsha P-3 controller tucked neatly into cavity (see photo), plugged harness (3062-P) into existing Subaru plug and controller came on. Etrailer and it’s friendly, helpful staff ROCKS!!!
First understand that I have the mechanical ability of a gerbil. That being said. I had unit up and calibrated within 8 minuets of delivery by ups. It truly is plug and play. I am enclosing a picture of plug, harness attached to plug and unit sitting in little alcove to left of steering wheel that looks like it was made for it. It took 8
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Used this on my Subaru Ascent for a easy plug and play hookup of my redarc towing controller. It has performed perfectly. I could not be more satisfied with the results
Great deal
I plugged the unit in the factory plug using
I have never installed or used a brake controller before. I used the connector that was suggested plugged it into the car's connector followed the instructions and it worked with no issues the hardest part, in my Subaru Ascent, was finding a place to put it luckily it fit in a cubby to the left of the steering wheel.
easy to use brake box
Great product
Installed easily and directions were very clear. Disappointed that the "installation notes" for this should have more clearly stated that the following is required: "Redarc Tow-Pro Wiring Adapter for Tekonsha Brake Controller Harness - 331-TPH-017".
Since I did not have it I just cut the black ended adapter off and hard wired it to the Redarc cord according to the wire colors.
Easy to install with the plug and play wiring harness. It took me just a few minutes to connect and set up.
The instructions were easy to follow.
I've taken my R-Pod on a cross country trip with this brake controller as well as a couple of shorter trips. It works as advertised.
The only con is the quick release mounting bracket. I like that it is a quick release so that I can take it out and put it back in (when not in use, I keep it in the glove box in it's little nylon case with instructions), but it's easy to kick and knock out of alignment. It is supposed to stay aligned with the car, but I keep kicking the dern thing and having to reach down and straighten it out. It would be better if I just drilled another hole in the bracket, use a shim, and make the mounting bracket permanently straight.
Overall, it was worth the money and I'm totally happy with it's performance.
Made installation of the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 very easy.
This brake controller worked well in our 2020 Suburu Ascent. Modified the blank switch plug under the dash to the left of the steering wheel. This took a little time to ream out with a dremel type tool, but the controller know fit in and worked well (youtube videos can be found for this).
This adapter coupled with a Redarc Tow-Pro Wiring Adapter for Tekonsha Brake Controller Harness (Item #331-TPH-017) worked as advertised to connect my 2022 Subaru Ascent with the factory tow package to a Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller (Item #RED44FR).
This fit perfectly on a Subaru Ascent. It only took about 5 minutes to install. I fed the adapter up the steering column and used command removable velcro hanging strips to install the controller on the small shelf to the left of the steering wheel without any screws. The controller works very well.
This harness is an easy way to connect the dash unit to the factory harness. it plugs right in to my 2019 Subaru Ascent and is long enough to allow several different placements for the controller. I mounted the controller to the fuse access door as to not damage any part of the dash and avoid all the airbag areas.
Great brakebox
Plug and play! Super easy install.
Wiring adapter worked exactly as advertised. Added benefit - etrailer provided excellent instructions, pictures of connector location and links to installation videos.
great brake box
Simple to install on my Subaru Ascent. Took me less then 90 SEC from starting the project to having my brake controller up and running. Works perfectly.
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