Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Ford, Lincoln, Mercury
Part Numbers: 90195,3035-P
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Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
part number: 90195
The large buttons and colored LCD display on this proportional brake controller make it easy to see and easy to use. Store and customize your settings so you can easily swap out trailers and drivers and get towing.
Features:
- Brake controller activates trailer brakes in proportion to your vehicle's braking action
- Automatically adjusts trailer's braking based on deceleration of tow vehicle
- Large, accessible buttons make it easy to operate the controller
- Switch between 3 different levels of boost, adjust braking output, and navigate the menu
- Handy rotary-style lever on the underside of the module keeps the manual override within easy reach
- Easy to swap out different trailers - great for a fleet
- Save up to 5 trailer profiles to make it quick and easy to swap trailers or drivers
- Store boost level, brake output, brake type, and display and language preferences
- Customizable, easy-to-read LCD display gives you braking status at a glance
- Color and contrast can be personalized to give you the right setting to make it easy for you to read
- Built-in safeguards protect your vehicle, trailer, and the controller
- Runs continuous diagnostic checks to alert you to problems as they come up
- Minimizes drain on car battery by drawing only 3.6 milliamps when not in use
- Prevents trailer brakes from overheating by reducing power output during prolonged stops
- Defends brake controller and trailer breakaway systems against shorts
- Automatic leveling lets you mount at any angle up and down for an easy installation
- Controller must be parallel with direction of travel and horizontally level
- Included harness hardwires to vehicle and plugs into controller
- Plug-in, vehicle-specific adapter available for select vehicles to reduce installation time
- Quick-disconnect feature lets you easily remove and store the controller when you don't need it
- Replacement wiring harness (sold separately) and replacement bracket (TK5906 - sold separately) required to swap controller between vehicles
Specs:
- Application: trailers with up to 4 axles (8 brake assemblies)
- Compatible with electric or electric-over-hydraulic trailer brakes
- Overall dimensions: 5" long x 3-1/2" wide x 1-3/8" tall
- LCD display dimensions: 1-3/16" wide x 9/16" tall
- Mounting range: 360 degrees vertically
- Limited lifetime warranty
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. Use the arrow buttons on the front of the module to set the output. 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 this setting unless the trailer load changes, you switch trailers, or road conditions change. The LCD display will show the current output setting being used.
Power Boost for Heavy-Duty Towing
The boost setting controls the aggressiveness of your trailer's braking, meaning how quickly the brakes reach the maximum braking level. You can adjust this when you're towing heavy loads and you need more umph to bring your trailer to a stop. Your tow vehicle doesn't need that much power to brake in time, but your heavy trailer does.
Depending on the level of boost, your trailer brakes can start at either 13 percent or 25 percent of the set braking output. What this means is that, instead of starting at 0, the brakes will start at 25 percent and get to100 percent sooner. This keeps the trailer from pushing your tow vehicle forward.
If your trailer weighs less than your tow vehicle, no boost is needed. But, if you want your trailer to lead the braking, you can select level B1.
Boost Levels:
| Approximate Gross Trailer Weight | Boost Level | Increase in Initial Power Output |
|---|---|---|
| Less than tow vehicle GVW | B1 | 13% |
| Equal to tow vehicle GVW | B1 or B2 | 13% or 25% |
| Up to 25% more than tow vehicle GVW | B2 or B3* | 25% |
| Up to 40% more than tow vehicle GVW | B3* | 25% |
*Both B2 and B3 offer a 25-percent boost in initial power. But the braking curve for B3 is more aggressive than that of B2. This means that, even though you will start out with the same intensity when using these boost levels, you will get an overall more aggressive braking experience with the higher level. So if you use B3, you will reach maximum braking sooner than if you use B2.
Storable Settings
Customize the P3 and store your settings so that you can easily access them later. If you tow multiple trailers, or the same one but with differing loads, store the desired boost and power levels for each so that you don't have to completely reset the controller every time you switch between trailers. It's easy to swap between drivers as well. Program the P3 display with your desired screen color, brightness, and language, and you can easily return it to your preferred settings the next time you tow.
Customizable LCD Display and Advanced Diagnostics
The P3's LCD display features a distinctive look with multiple color and contrast options. With lots of customized options, you can change the display to make it easy for you to see and check your braking status at a glance.
It also includes comprehensible and detailed roadside diagnostics. The P3 advanced diagnostics not only notify you of potential problems, but they can also tell you where to begin troubleshooting.
Diagnostic troubleshooting displays include:
- Battery voltage
- Voltage supplied by stop light switch when brake pedal is depressed
- Output voltage to trailer brakes
- Output current to trailer brakes
Diagnostic warning signs include:
- Open ground
- Overload
- Output short
- Power loss
- No trailer connection
Safety Features
The Prodigy P3 offers advanced safety features to prevent damage to various components of your towing setup. Integrated reverse battery protection shields the brake controller and your trailer's breakaway system from shorts. When the P3 is not in use, it will be in power-saving mode. In this setting, it draws only 3.6 milliamps, minimizing drain on your vehicle's battery.
The P3 also comes equipped with a hold feature to prevent wear on your brakes. When you're waiting at a red light, you don't need your trailer brakes on at full power. The longer you sit there, the more they will overheat. But with the P3, any time your tow vehicle and trailer are at a standstill with the brakes applied for more than 5 seconds, the hold feature will kick on and reduce power to just 25 percent. This will keep your trailer in place while saving your brakes.
The P3 keeps the manual override within easy reach, great for stopping sway or controlling your trailer's momentum in emergencies. To engage the manual override, just twist the rotary-style lever from right to left. This will 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.
Automatic Leveling and Simple Installation
The self-leveling feature of the P3 ensures that the brake controller continues to function even as you drive up steep hills or through the mountains. Simply mount it in your cab at any vertical angle, and the controller will level itself automatically thanks to its 360-degree rotational range. This makes the installation that much easier. But keep in mind that the P3 must be horizontally level and parallel with the direction of travel to work correctly.
Installation is a snap. After mounting the P3 unit in your cab using the included bracket, hardwire one end of the included pigtail harness directly into your vehicle. The other end plugs into the brake controller. To remove the P3 for storage when you're not using it, just unplug the unit and slide it out of the bracket. With a replacement wiring harness (sold separately) and replacement bracket (TK5906 - sold separately), you can even transfer the Prodigy P3 to another vehicle.
Installation Accessories
For even easier installation, a vehicle-specific specific wiring adapter is available for most newer trucks and SUVs. One end of the custom adapter plugs into your vehicle, and the other end plugs into the controller - no hardwiring required.
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, one of the following will be required:
20-Amp circuit breaker (9506P - sold separately) for 2- to 4-brake applications
30-Amp circuit breaker (38630 - sold separately) for 6- to 8-brake applications
Proportional Braking
The Tekonsha Prodigy P3 brake controller comes equipped with proportional braking to give you the best towing experience. Proportional braking means that your trailer brakes mimic your tow vehicle's brakes. If you slam on the brakes in your vehicle, your trailer brakes will activate with the same intensity; if you brake lightly, your trailer brakes lightly too. The trailer's braking is in proportion to your vehicle's braking. This saves wear and tear on the tires and the brakes on both your vehicle and trailer.
The Prodigy P3 uses an internal inertia sensor to detect how your vehicle is braking so it can send the right amount of braking power to your trailer. It measures the inertia of your tow vehicle and activates the trailer's brakes to slow at the same rate. The result is uniform braking across your towing setup. No push-pull action - just smooth, proportional braking every time.
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Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Ford, Lincoln, Mercury
part number: 3035-P
Install your electric brake controller quickly and easily with this custom wiring adapter. Simply plug one end of the adapter into your brake controller and then plug the other end into the built-in harness beneath your vehicle's dash.
Features:
- Wiring adapter eases installation of your electric brake controller
- Custom connector end plugs into the built-in port beneath the dash of your vehicle
- Other end plugs into the back of your electric brake controller
- Compatible time-delayed brake controllers: Draw-Tite Activator I (5100), Draw-Tite Activator II (5500), Draw-Tite Activator III (5520) and Tekonsha PowerTrac (39523)
- Compatible proportional brake controllers: Tekonsha Prodigy (90185), Tekonsha P2 (90885), Tekonsha P3 (90195), Tekonsha Primus IQ (TK90160) and Tekonsha Voyager (39510)
- Limited 1-year warranty
Installation of Tekonsha Brake Controller Adapter
For most applications, the factory plug is located beneath the dash, near the center console. If you have a Ford full-size van, the harness is underneath and to the left of the steering column. The Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer have 6-pin connectors behind the glove box on the passenger's side. On a Ford 2010 Flex, the connection point is under the front edge of the dash directly below the steering column. On a 2013 Ford Explorer, the connection point could be behind the driver's side kick panel. On a 2014 Ford Explorer, the brake controller port is located by the steering column.
To install your electric brake controller you need to connect the wiring of the controller to your vehicle. Certain manufacturers offer pre-wired options, typically known as tow packages, wherein these wires are run for you from the dash to the trailer connector on the back of your vehicle. Often, a brake controller wiring harness is included with your tow package. This harness plugs into a port beneath your dash and connects to the four wires of the brake controller. If, however, you have a brake controller with a plug in place of the four loose wires, you can use the Tekonsha adapter.
This adapter requires no hardwiring. It is designed to plug directly into your electric brake controller for the simplest installation possible. Because there are no wires to connect, installation is not permanent. You can unplug and remove your brake controller at any time and securely stow it away.
303500 Tekonsha Brake Control Wiring Adapter with 2 Plugs
Replaces Tekonsha 3035 and Tow Ready 20260California residents: click here
Customer Satisfaction Score:
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Customer Reviews
Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional - 90195
Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Ford, Lincoln, Mercury - 3035-P
Average Customer Rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars (7637 Customer Reviews)
The large buttons and colored LCD display on this proportional brake controller make it easy to see and easy to use. Store and customize your settings so you can easily swap out trailers and drivers and get towing. Install your electric brake controller quickly and easily with this custom wiring adapter. Simply plug one end of the adapter into your brake controller and then plug the other end into the built-in harness beneath your vehicle's dash.by: Monte C.05/20/2023
This was a very easy installation of the hitch, wiring harness and trailer brake. Less than 2 hours with some help from my wife. All of the electrical was plug-n-play. I'm sure doing it myself (with help from [online]) saved me a lot of money.
by: Mark05/17/2024
I have never used any other brand of brake controller so it's hard to compare brands. And since the Tekonsha controllers have always worked extremely well I've never had a reason to use a different brand. I use this on an F350 Powerstroke Diesel hauling an 18 foot enclosed trailer and a 12 foot dump trailer. I had one of these controllers destroyed (electronically) when my brother connected it via 7 pin to one of his trailers that was wired differently than my trailers. I replaced it about 10 years ago and haven't had a problem since. I also had my brother rewire his trailers to match mine in case he needed to borrow my truck again, which he has, with np problems. This last controller I purchased was for my tractor so I could move my trailers around safely with my 28hp tractor.
by: Jason 05/17/2023
I love this! We camp monthly, and we tow our 23ft camper with a 1500 GMC. The break assist has been a fantastic tool to help keep us safe and in control of the camper.
by: Ronald04/25/2021
This Tekonsha Prodigy P3 was recommended to be by a friend who works at an RV dealership service center. This is my fifth trailer brake controller over a forty-year period, and my first progressive controller. I really love this controller. My truck has a factory towing package, but was manufactured prior to inclusion of integrated controllers. Since the truck has factory towing, the installation was very simple. The installation instructions were clear and complete. I would definitely recommend this controller to anyone looking for a dependable, easy to install and easy to use controller.
by: Matthew03/24/2023
Installed myself in about 30 minutes. 06 Silverado crew cab. Fit right up to factory fitting that was hidden up on top of the spare tire.
by: Wayne04/25/2021
I mounted my Tekonsha P3 on the dash just to the left of the steering wheel. Has very easy access to quickly activate the lever on the bottom of the unit to apply maximum trailer brakes. But I needed a wiring harness almost double the length of the Tekonsha Wiring Adapter so I just purchased two and spliced them together to make one long one......yea I could have saved money and just sliced in longer wires....Am very happy with the Tekonsha P3, With this mount it makes it easy to disconnect and put into my Ford F150 or my Tacoma.
by: Mark 04/17/2024
The Tekonsha P3 and the wiring adapter have worked great for us. Installed in a Subaru Ascent on the bottom left side of the dash. Worried about hitting it with my foot, but that hasn't even been close to an issue. We leave it installed full time and I never think about it. Actually, as a break controller, that's a great thing. We adjusted the settings a couple times during our first outing with a trailer and have never touched it since. It truly does the proportional breaking well. I definitely prefer the physical box and not having to futz with an app.
by: William 05/28/2024
Connected to factory wiring and to Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller without any issues.
by: Dale08/08/2023
Tekonsha P3 brake controller was easy to install. Stacey got me the right wire adapter f ou r my 2022 Frontier. Basically Plug and Play install.
by: Matthew04/12/2024
I installed this in my 1987 K5 Blazer hauling a trailer with an old mustang on it from Washington state to south california… never had an issue. I watched a few YouTube videos and followed the instructions, took me a little more than half a day but this was because i had to replace a fair amount of old wire and then loom it all correctly to look professional but to also have a lasting result. I was concerned I did something wrong as the device stays on with the back light a few minutes after turning off the vehicle… it’s normal, just how the device works. The controller is way to use otherwise. It does brake controller things.
by: Lester03/15/2019
Ford
I ordered a Draw-Tite 5535 Brake Controller & adapter cable 3035-P from etrailer for my 2011 Ford Holiday Rambler F53 Chassis RV to tow my Tow Dolly with electric brakes. I ordered the parts on Saturday and received them on Thursday using economy shipping rate which was great. I received just what I ordered and installed them today (Friday) everything worked perfect and the install was very quick and easy.
0543.jpg is my Brake Controller 5535.
0544.jpg is my Adapter Cable 3035-P.
0548.jpg is a picture of the Ford Factory cable in the RV.
0535.jpg is a picture of the end of the Ford Factory cable that the Adapter Cable 3035-P plugs into.
0550.jpg is a picture of the Brake Controller 5535 installed to the right of the steering wheel.
by: Edward01/31/2023
Ordered 9 Jan 2023 and received today 31 Jan 2023. Seemed to sit in US mail system for quite awhile. Once received in Quebec Canada and cleared Canada Customs I received it in 3 days. I am replacing my brake controller with a new one and wanted to upgrade to a better one. Tekonsha P3 comes highly recommended and install is pretty straight forward. I haven't put this to the test as yet but I do not anticipate any problems. Only issue is in shipping.
by: Stan K03/12/2017
2010 Land Rover Range Rover
I ordered the trailer brake adapter harness for my 2010 full size Range Rover.
It fit great and its well made to do the swap,
for others that will read this here is how.
I found the brake connector in the truck was hidden behind the fat harness thats next to the inside left kick panel, just behind the hood release panel
By pulling on the OBD 2 wire harness, I found it was tied to the OBD harness.
Some say that the connector is on the left side of the steering column , in my truck is was on the far side of the fat harness so it was hard to see.
I had to remove the left side console, I removed the screw, then pulled the bottom of the wood panel towards the left door, the 2 pins released, then the panel slides to the rear of the truck to dislodge the top pin.
5 screws secured the lower panel , remove the lamp ,unplug it,
then remove the OBD 2 connector from its mount , slide the gray collar to the left kick panel then the harness pushes up out of its holder.
Plug in your new adapter harness for your trailer brake controller,
Assemble is the reverse of taking it apart.
in the picture the new harness is connected to the gray connector
Stan K.
3/12/2018
This harness works as it should, a good product,
by: Dennis08/14/2021
The Prodigy P3 came on just as the instructions said it would. Although I have not used it yet it looks good in my ‘15 LX. I look forward to great service towing my 20’ flat trailer with tractor, rotary cutter and box blade. My to the staff at etrailer.
by: Lauren02/09/2024
10/10 does the job very well and was easy to install myself (be careful about airbags). Saved me a large custom job bill. Worth the price and functions perfectly.
I purchased with the connecting cord/plug for my vehicle and it was seriously the easiest thing to install. Two plugs ins, screwed into my lower dash and done.
by: Rob Pettis05/02/2011
First, a huge "Thank You" to Janice!!! You are the best, and the main reason I am the proud owner of Tekonsha P3 Brake Controller! (see, I initially had an issue with my standard online payment service and almost canceled my order because of it) So I went old school and picked up the phone, one with a cord and spoke to a human being. Her name is Janice, and she made me feel confident that I could trust her and etrailer. And as a result, 4 days after placing my order with her I received my package. That's incredible. I am very happy and will most certainly do business with etrailer again in the future because of Janice.
I don't have any experience with brake controllers. So I can't really comment on how much better or worse this one is to any others. But since I am new to the B/C scene maybe this can be considered an unbiased, non professional review of the Tekonsha P3.
My general skill level is "requires supervision around all power tools". But I do have some mechanical ability (snicker). So I will just say, if I could install this thing anyone should be able to do it. Of course I also bought the OEM wiring harness for my vehicle so even I was able to figure out which plug went where. On A scale of 1 to 10 I give it a 3 (I'm somewhat large and getting under the dash wasn't easy or it would be a 1). And as others have said, deciding where to mount it actually took longer.
I attached mine to the top of the lower dash cowl and it fits almost tight to the dash but still within the 180 degree limit. This positions the controller at the same height as my knee and puts it within fingertip reach while resting my hand on my knee. I can see the controller perfectly through the steering wheel spokes. I went with the green screen background. it seemed to provide the best view in all lighting conditions.
The controller itself works perfectly and the set-up was a breeze. Once installed all the functions worked as described. The real time vehicle diagnostics are a plus. I like being able to monitor my battery voltage to the decimal place if I want to. I'm sort of a techno geek so this is really cool. I set the B/C voltage per the instructions and will only use the boost feature if I am in a hurry or feel the trailer is at max load, but my truck is 8k lbs so you may want to set yours to suit your own conditions.
I highly recommend the Tekonsha P3 brake Controller if you want the latest and probably the best controller out there in this price range. I highly recommend the OEM wiring harness if your skills are not pit crew comprable and want the easiest install possible. And, I highly recommend you buy it from etrailer if you want to get it at the best price available (I checked them all) and want the added security you're buying from one of the best online retailers that sells this product. And do yourself a favor, go old school for a change, use the phone and call them, and ask for Janice, although I'm willing to bet everyone there is as nice as her.
Rob
I don't have any experience with brake controllers. So I can't really comment on how much better or worse this one is to any others. But since I am new to the B/C scene maybe this can be considered an unbiased, non professional review of the Tekonsha P3.
My general skill level is "requires supervision around all power tools". But I do have some mechanical ability (snicker). So I will just say, if I could install this thing anyone should be able to do it. Of course I also bought the OEM wiring harness for my vehicle so even I was able to figure out which plug went where. On A scale of 1 to 10 I give it a 3 (I'm somewhat large and getting under the dash wasn't easy or it would be a 1). And as others have said, deciding where to mount it actually took longer.
I attached mine to the top of the lower dash cowl and it fits almost tight to the dash but still within the 180 degree limit. This positions the controller at the same height as my knee and puts it within fingertip reach while resting my hand on my knee. I can see the controller perfectly through the steering wheel spokes. I went with the green screen background. it seemed to provide the best view in all lighting conditions.
The controller itself works perfectly and the set-up was a breeze. Once installed all the functions worked as described. The real time vehicle diagnostics are a plus. I like being able to monitor my battery voltage to the decimal place if I want to. I'm sort of a techno geek so this is really cool. I set the B/C voltage per the instructions and will only use the boost feature if I am in a hurry or feel the trailer is at max load, but my truck is 8k lbs so you may want to set yours to suit your own conditions.
I highly recommend the Tekonsha P3 brake Controller if you want the latest and probably the best controller out there in this price range. I highly recommend the OEM wiring harness if your skills are not pit crew comprable and want the easiest install possible. And, I highly recommend you buy it from etrailer if you want to get it at the best price available (I checked them all) and want the added security you're buying from one of the best online retailers that sells this product. And do yourself a favor, go old school for a change, use the phone and call them, and ask for Janice, although I'm willing to bet everyone there is as nice as her.
Rob
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by: John G. Smith05/04/2012
Installed this on my GMC 3500 Duramax with factory integrated brake controller. Not happy with the integrated brake controller on my truck, had problems from the start on 3 different occasions with "Service Trailer Brake" warning on DIC, which of course means NO TRAILER BRAKES. Decided the P3 was the perfect solution. Many more features than the IBC, plus the P3 will also work with electric over hydraulic disc brakes should we ever need that in the future. Fairly easy install on this particular truck, the most difficult thing was running the brake wire from the controller to the 7-pin plug. (This is only required when installing in a vehicle with a factory installed brake control) Well worth the extra effort.
by: Doug B.10/03/2011
I had to build a custom bracket for the controller mount since the X is limited in under dash metal but the install went well. The 7 pin trailer harness is a factory Nissan part (plug and play) , but since the receiver does not have the any mounting brackets, I positioned the 7 pin connector up and out of the way of harm by drilling and flush mounting it in the rear bumper. Thanks for carrying products relevant to your customer's needs and having products that work right. I have attached some pics from the finished install. I will be ordering accessories as I need them from your company as you have always been prompt, thorough and very courteous in all of your correspondence.
by: Chris M08/20/2013
Installed P3 this weekend in 2013 Tundra Crewmax with towing package and pre-wire. Extremely easy, even with the center console installation. Will let the photos tell the story. Did have to combine the P3 included harness with the additional OEM harness to gain the length I needed. Plug and play with the pre-wire. Hooked up to trailer and set boost levels for varying loads. Works great! Vast improvement over older model Tekonsha controller in my Ram 2500 Diesel. Pull a Kiefer BP horse trailer: about 3600 lbs empty, 7500 with 3 quarter horses and gear. Usually pull 6-8 times per year, with only 1-2 horses. Short distance and flat terrain. It took about an hour to install. Dad is a retired USAF/FAA radar technician with every tool known to man. He QC'd the job. Will try to write better review later.
by: teresa12/23/2020
I have a 2018 BMW X2 that did not come with a factory tow package. I had an etrailer hitch and 4 way plug installed last year and has been perfect since. I just recently purchased a camper and needed to have a Brake controller & Brake controller 7 way deluxe kit installed. My mechanic installed them with the detailed instructions that the units came with without any issues. The Tekonsha P3 is extremely user friendly and is working flawlessly. A bit overkill for my car being I can only tow max 3500 pounds, and my camper is 1 axel. this unit is rated up to 3 axles. I look at it like this way, when I trade in my BMW I will take my P3 with me. etrailer is amazing with the support & products they provide and I highly recommend them to anyone who asks me.
by: Mark Norman08/30/2016
George J,
Wanted to write good points about your customer service and the Tekonska braking system. Included are multiple pictures of the unit installed on my VW SUV.
First off, I am not an expert in any way in installing and wiring. I had the good fortune of having Steve Kunzel, master mechanic at Westside VW in Minneapolis install the unit.(see Fig 1) The first unit sent did not function and was quickly replaced by etrailer.com at no charge. Second unit is pictured (fig 2) and works well. The trailer is used for caring dogs and gear to various dog events and hunting. The trailer weight is about 4500 pounds and the electronic braking system is necessary for good control of the SUV and trailer when braking. Thanks for all your help getting me up and running.
by: BradG10/09/2016
Hi, I got my Item: 90195 and shipping was fast. I was able to get the break controller installed in my 2012 Cadillac Escalade Luxury using the etrailer.com video guide for a 2009 Cadillac Escalade. The install and wiring was the exact same as the video however my wires under the dash or wire bundle did not have a wiring sticker. The color of the wires were the same as in the video. This etrailer video is great and I used it to get my controller installed in about 1.5 hours. My install was trouble free.
This weekend I was able to test out the my new P3 90195 controller and get it calibrated with my 29 foot travel trailer this weekend. Used a B2 setting with 8.0 power. The user guide and instructions you get with the controller help you know what settings to use and how to set the power level.
This is my second controller as I got a P2 Tekonsha from etrailer about 4-5 years back and installed it in a 2007 trail blazer. This older 2P break controller is still working great. I have been rather happy with the quality of the Tekonsha controllers I have. I have not had to call etrailer for support or install questions but did receive a few emails from them to check in with me to ensure I got my shipment and offer me help. They do a good job supporting and responding to their customers and provide an A+ customer experience.
by: RoamingRob09/21/2023
I purchased and installed the P3 controller in a 2018 Toyota Highlander XLE after reading many great reviews about it. Wanted a hard wired controller vs. wireless because a brake controller is too important to run over an unreliable wireless connection. Having an IT background I know how unpredictable wireless connections can be. Installation was fairly easy, the hardest part was running a few wires through the firewall of the vehicle.
A few notes, the installation of the actual controller under the steering wheel area was a little difficult because of the design of the mounting bracket. This could be designed better for easier installation. Also, I got a pre-collision warning on my instrument cluster whenever the brake controller was activated. To fix this I had to solder a 1 amp diode on the red cable, which I protected with heat shrink. I reached out to tech support about this error and they were very helpful talking me through a solution.
I like the adjustment capabilities of the controller. I have been able to adjust it so the brakes don't grab when stopping slowly. I really like the manual slide for activating the brakes. This has been very useful for applying brakes on the trailer in a few critical braking moments. The manual lever is also very useful for checking the brakes after connecting the trailer to make sure they are working correctly. I also like that the display shows the level of braking that's applied to the trailer. The color of the back-lit display can also be adjusted to match the vehicle's displays. I definitely recommend this brake controller.
by: Michael F. Minnesota08/23/2018
2015 Lincoln Navigator
I'd ordered the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Proportional Trailer Brake Controller (1 to 4 Axles ) on a Monday with a Wednesday delivery date of two days, as I'd specified. I have a Lincoln Navigator that had the factory installed heavy tow package. I had also ordered the adapter connector for Prodigy P2 controller to the Navigator's factory plugin. The entire install took me 15 minutes. I found the video review of the controller quite helpful as it demonstrated how to static set the controller's setting before drive trials and how to set the "boost" settings. Good price and very easy to install.
Michael M.
8/23/2019
The device is still working as advertised!
by: Stephen11/25/2017
2007 Ford F-150
I haven't towed with the it yet. But installation on my 2007 Ford F150 was pretty simple. The plastic panel I attached it to had steel behind it. So I removed the plastic panel, mounted the bracket, then trimmed the excess length off the screws, and reinstalled the panel. The wiring harness plugged right into the truck's plug under the steering wheel. It seems like a great product, and having the specifc wiring harness for my truck made it simple to install. Sheila was very helpful too. Thanks.
Stephen
11/25/2018
Ive been using it now for a year. It works great!
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- Adding Trailer Brake Controller and Sway Control to a 2021 Subaru Ascent Towing a Travel Trailer
- I recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller # 90195 for your 2021 Subaru Ascent. This brake controller is customizable and proportional. This means that it uses its internal inertia sensor to help adjust your braking for light or severe braking conditions.
You will need a Universal Installation Kit # ETBC7 to install the brake controller and 7-way on your Ascent.
The Tuson Sway Electronic Sway Control System # 335TSC-1000 will attach to the travel trailer and control
view full answer... - Where Does Brake Controller Install Harness # 3050-P Plug In On Vehicle
- The brake controller install harness part # 3050-P that you referenced plugs into the vehicle with a connector that is located under the dash to the left of the steering column taped to another harness near the emergency brake pedal for older vehicles and on newer vehicles the harness is right above the gas pedal. See the attached install instructions for more info as well.
view full answer... - Brake Controller to Attach to 2010 Toyota Highlander with 4 Pin Flat Connector
- If I was a betting man I'd bet that the previous owner had a Tekonsha brake controller that they just unplugged at the back of the controller and left the rest of the wiring. I say that because you said it was a 4 pin flat style of connector which is the style of connector Tekonsha uses and Tekonsha is a very popular brand.
Compare the picture I attached to the 4 pin connector you have found. If this is a match then my theory is correct and you could install basically any Tekonsha controller
view full answer... - Plug-In Adapter for Installing Tekonsha Prodigy P3 on a 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE-350
- The answer page that you are referring to was actually completed a few years ago and at the time nobody had a plug-in option for the brake controller. I had contact different manufacturers and they all said that it had to be hardwired.
Since then, as you have found, a plug-in adapter has been found so all you need to install the Prodigy P3 # 90195 on your 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE-350 is the Plug-In Adapter # 3066-P. This is the option you can go with if you have the factory 7-Way. If you
view full answer... - What Parts Are Needed To Add A Trailer Brake Controller To A 2022 Ford Transit T350?
- To get the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 # 90195 working in your 2022 Ford Transit T350, you will need to start with some wiring. Specifically, a 4 Flat, if you do not already have one. If you do not, I recommend going with the Curt # C56327 for a single rear wheel, or the # 118722 for a dual rear wheel.
Once you have the 4 Flat installed, the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7 will piggyback off of it and get you the rest of the way up to a 7 Way. This will include
view full answer... - What is the Blue Wire for on a Tekonsha Prodigy Brake Controller
- The blue wire on the Tekonsha Prodigy Brake Controller, like the P3 # 90195, is the wire that sends the braking signal to the 7-Way pin on your tow vehicle (see attached diagram). Without this wire connected the brakes on your trailer will never be activated.
The Red wire on the controller will need to be routed to the COLD side of the Stop Light Switch (only gets hot when brake pedal is pressed), the Black wire will be routed to your Battery (don't forget to install the 20A Circuit
view full answer... - Diagram For Brake Controller Installation on a 2006 Volkswagen Touraeg V10
- The Tech Bulletin that you were looking at, see link, is the best resource we have for installing a brake controller on the 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. I think that I can expand on the instructions a bit to make a bit of sense out of the wording, and I have a photo of the parts you should get, see link.
You will need to purchase 2 wire assemblies from VW, part number 000-979-228, that will have wire terminals on both ends. You will need to cut each assembly in half to create 4 wires. The
view full answer... - Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Controller for 2019 Subaru Ascent
- First off, congratulations on your new vehicle!
Now, to answer your questions:
One of the great features of this controller is that it will automatically adjust your trailer's braking based on deceleration of your Ascent. Once installed, you do not need to adjust the settings on the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller # 90195 as long as you leave it plugged in. If you unplug the controller, you'll need to go through the initial set-up once again because it assumes the controller
view full answer... - Where Does White Wire of Prodigy P3 Brake Controller Need to Run When Installing
- Yes, when hardwiring a Prodigy P3 brake controller part # 90195 you need to run the white wire to the negative terminal of your battery for best and most reliable performance. Running it to a chassis ground would probably work too but to be on the safest side running it to the battery would be best.
The black wire goes to the positive terminal of the battery, the red to the stoplight circuit switch, and the blue back to the 7-way. I attached a help article on hardwiring brake controller
view full answer... - Troubleshooting No Power to Blue Output Wire for Brake Controller on 2012 Toyota Tundra
- It could be a fuse on your 2012 Toyota Tundra but I'm thinking that you either have a proportional controller like the P3 # 90195 or you aren't getting power from the cold side of your stop light switch when you press your brake pedal.
Most proportional controllers like the one mentioned above have an internal inertia sensor so if your vehicle isn't moving it won't send much power (if any) back to the trailer brakes because it can sense that you are sitting still. This helps to keep
view full answer... - Brake Controller and Wiring for 2006 Ford Explorer
- Since you need a 7-way I assume that your 2006 Ford Explorer came with the factory 4-way. If that is the case you need the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7 which has all the available parts you'll need to install a brake controller, including a 4-way to 7-way adapter.
As for a brake controller I strongly recommend the Prodigy P3 # 90195; it is the most popular model we carry due to its effectiveness and ease of use. It will activate your trailer's brakes
view full answer... - Mounting Location for Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller
- The Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller # 90195 referenced in your question can be mounted at any vertical angle, as long as it is pointed in the direction of travel and the front of the unit is horizontal. Take a look at the image I have attached for clarification. You can absolutely mount it so that is is sitting up right, as long as it still pointed in the direction of travel.
It is technically possible to mount the controller towards the rear of your vehicle if you have
view full answer... - How to Install Tekonsha Prodigy P3 on 2006 Dodge Ram 2500
- If your 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 has a factory 4-Way or 7-Way at the back then you just need the Wiring Adapter # 3020-P to connect the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 # 90195.
If your truck didn't come with factory wiring then we need to build from the ground up with a 4-Way Connector # HM48925 for the basic trailer light functions, and then the Universal Wiring Kit # ETBC7 to get you the 7-Way connector as well as all of the wiring and parts you need to install your brake controller.
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view full answer... - Plug And Play Brake Controller For 2021 Ram 1500
- I recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional Item # 90195 paired with Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Ram Item # 3024-P will be a great option.
I have added below a review and installation video to show the process to get it installed on your 2021 Ram 1500.
view full answer... - How to Add 7 Way Plug for 2016 Honda Pilot
- In order to complete the installation of the Curt 4/7 way connector # C57672 you will need to finish connecting the black, blue, white and yellow wires on that connector to give you a working 7 way. The issue here is that you've already got all these wires run for you, and the point of the # 3070-P adapter is that it allows you to tap into the wiring. Without utilizing the factory wiring for your 7 way, which you won't be when installing the Curt # C57672, you will need to hard-wire in
view full answer... - Does 2011 Kodiak Dutchmen have Electric Brakes
- Yes, I was able to determine that your 2011 Kodiak Dutchmen does have electric drum brakes. So the brake controller P3 part # 90195 that you referenced would work well with your trailer.
view full answer... - Installing the Tekonsha P-3 Brake Controller on two 2011 Chevrolet 3500 Dually Pick Up Trucks
- The Tekonsha P-3 Brake Controller, # 90195, will work on both of your 2011 Chevrolet 3500 Dually pick-up trucks. You should not remove the factory brake controller, but you will need to remove the magnet pac because it will interfere with the P-3 brake controller.
There should be a bundle of wires located under the drivers side dash that have a white label and will indicate the colors of the wires. The wires from the brake controller will connect to these wires under the dash and you
view full answer... - Selecting A Brake Controller For A 2019 Mazda 6 Sport
- The Tekonsha Prodigy P3 # 90195 and the Curt Echo Mobile Trailer Brake Controller # C51180 do not require the stop light switch. While these brake controllers do not require the stop light switch most proportional controllers like the Prodigy P3 # 90195 do. It uses the inertia to sense the amount of braking but still needs the stop light switch to indicate to the controller when to engage the brakes. As a result the red wire does still need to to be connected in your Mazda.
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view full answer... - Will the Brake Controller Wiring Harness Out of My 2000 F-150 Work in My 2005 F-150 With Tow Package
- Yes, the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter, # 3035-P, that you have in your 2000 Ford F-150 will also work in your 2005 Ford F-150 with factory tow package wiring.
We have a video that shows this harness being installed on a 2004 F-150 that should be helpful.
view full answer... - Correct Brake Controller Adapter Harness for a 2015 Ford F-53 Chassis
- The correct brake controller adapter harness for your 2015 Ford F-53 Chassis will be dependent on the brand of brake controller you are using. The most popular brand is Tekonsha so if this is what you have then you will need the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers part # 3035-P. The plug for this will be located up underneath your driver dash somewhere.
If you have a different brand of brake controller just let me know what that is but there is also the option
view full answer... - Would Brake Light Circuit Wire with 2 Volts Be Enough to Activate Brake Controller
- 2 volts would not be enough for the red wire of the Tekonsha Voyager # 39510 to activate. You'd want to keep probing different wires at the brake switch with a circuit tester like part # PTW2993 till you find one that has 12 volts when the brakes are applied.
view full answer... - What Wiring Harness is Needed to Install Tekonsha Prodigy P3 on Motorhome with 2015 F-53 Chassis
- In order to install the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller # 90195 on your Coachman Motorhome with a 2015 Ford F53 chassis, you will use the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter # 3035-P. One end of the adapter will simply plug into the brake controller and the other end will connect to the built-in harness beneath the dash.
If you do not have a 7-way installed, you will also need to install the Hopkins Adapter 4-Pole to 7-Pole and 4-Pole # 37185.
I have included a video review
view full answer... - Brake Controller Recommendation for 2004 Fourwinds/Windsport 32R on F-53 Chassis
- We have just what you need. The correct install harness to use to install a controller in your 2004 FourWinds built on an F-53 chassis is the part # 3035-P that you referenced. This plugs into a port under your dash.
The brake controller I recommend is the Prodigy P3 part # 90195 because this brake controller senses the amount of braking your tow vehicle is applying and puts a proportional amount of braking on the trailer's brakes. It also has a display that uses full words instead
view full answer... - Brake Controller and 7-Way Bracket Recommendation for 1997 Ford F-150
- Since your 1997 Ford F-150 came with a factory 7-way the correct install harness you'll need to install a brake controller is the part # 3035-P which plugs right in under the dash.
For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P3 Brake Controller part # 90195. This is our best selling brake controller because of how well it works and how easy it is to setup. This is a proportional brake controller that senses the amount of braking the tow vehicle is applying and applies a proportionate
view full answer... - Installing DX2 Brake Controller On Fleetwood 1995 Bbounder Ford 450
- From my research on the DX2 brake controller you said you have there should be 4 wires that need to be connected on your F-450.
The black wire is run to the positive post on the battery with a 25-amp circuit breaker in-line. The white wire is a ground and needs to be attached to a clean metal surface on the truck or the negative battery post. The blue wire should be run to the 7-way connector on the back of your truck.
The red wire is run to the stop light switch found under the
view full answer... - Brake Controller is Not Working on a 2006 Ford E450 Motorhome with Factory Port
- As brake controllers will only use 4 wires, two of the 6 ports will not have any function. With that being said, you most likely have a fuse out, causing the lack of power to your controller. A quick way to test this will be to use something like the Circuit Tester Kit # PTW2993 and see if there is power going to the bottom left port on the vehicle plug (picture included).
If you are not getting power, you most likely have a fuse out. I was able to find the location of 2 fuses that should
view full answer... - Recommended Trailer Brake Controller For Forest River FR3 30DS On A Ford Chassis F53
- The brake controller install harness for your 2018 Forest River FR3 30DS on a Ford chassis F53 is the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers # 3035-P. This will give you the ability to plug-in and go. Just use the connection you mentioned under the steering column.
This adapter works perfectly with our most quality and efficient unit, the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller # 90195. This proportional brake controller will activate your trailer brakes
view full answer... - Installing Brake Controller Wiring Adapter Part # 3035P on 2004 Ford Expedition
- The connection point for the brake controller should be located under the dash just above where where your right leg would be if you were behind the wheel.
I have an installation video that shows the location of the connector. The video shows an install on a 2007 Expedition, but the procedure would be similar on your 2004 model. The connector you are looking for is gray in color.
view full answer... - Brake Controller Recommendation for a 1999 Coachmen Catalina 330MBS RV on a Ford F-53 Chassis
- If your Coachmen Catalina was equipped with a hitch package it is possible it has the brake controller plug as well. The harness will be located under the dash near the center console on most vehicles.
If you find a plug then you will need the brake controller adapter # 3035-P, for the Tekonsha and Draw-Tite brand brake controllers, to mate with a brake controller. I recommend the Tekonsha P3 # 90195, because of its easy user interface. The P3 is a proportional brake controller which
view full answer... - Location of the Plug-In Brake Controller Port on a 2000 Ford Expedition
- If you take a look at the :20 mark in the attached video on a 2000 Ford Expedition, the location of the brake controller port will be shown. It is a grey connector and may be taped to other wires in the harness as well but should still be in this general location. The correct adapter for Tekonsha brake controllers is part # 3035-P.
If your vehicle did not come with a factory trailer connector then you will need to use both part # 118344 and part # ETBC7 to complete your wiring. If your
view full answer... - Brake Controller Wiring Harness to Fit 2006 Forest River Lexington on Ford E-450 Chassis
- The # 3065-P will fit 2005 to 2007 Ford F-250 and larger trucks but it will not fit the Ford E-Series. Your 2006 Forest River on a Ford E-450 chassis uses wiring adapter # 3035-P.
view full answer... - Wiring Harness for Installation of the Voyager 9030 Brake Controller on a 2006 Ford F-150
- The wiring adapter you will want to use to install your Voyager # 39510 in your 2006 Ford F-150 is the Tekonsha Plug-in Wiring Adapter # 3035-P.
I have linked instructions for the Voyager in case you would like to review them before setting the controller up on your vehicle.
view full answer... - Is Plug And Play Adapter Available For Brake Controller On A 2004 Minnie Winnie Motorhome
- There is no plug and play adapter available for the P3, part # 90195 and your Minnie Winnie, so you will need to hardwire the brake controller.
First you will need to attach the blue wire from the controller to the brake circuit wire on the 7-way connector.
Route the black wire up to the positive battery post using a 30 amp circuit breaker like part # 38630 in line.
Connect the white wire to the negative battery post.
The red wire is the wire that gets the brake signal from
view full answer... - Brake Controller Installation on 2006 Ford E450 Van
- I'd recommend unplugging the existing adapter out of the connector you found, and replacing it with the # 3035-P adapter harness. I couldn't begin to tell you what the yellow wire on the vehicle was used for. An orange wire on the adapter harness was usually used for an illumination circuit that's not used by aftermarket brake controllers.
I see that you've looked at bot the Prodigy P3 and the Primus brake controllers. The Primus is a good, inexpensive controller. The P3 has controls
view full answer... - Hitch and Brake Controller Recommendation for a 2000 Ford F-250 SD
- Since the VIN decoder you found says you have a tow package then it's pretty safe to assume that your truck has factory wiring. You can check the rear of the truck for a 7-way that look like part # 37185. If you find one there (you will most likely), then you do have tow package wiring.
To install a brake controller you would need the install harness part # 3035-P.
For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part # 90885. This is our best selling brake
view full answer... - Which Brake Controller Install Harness Fits 2022 Ford E-450 Cutaway
- For your 2022 Ford E-450 cutaway chassis the correct Tekonsha brake controller install harness is actually the part # 3034-P. This is why what you have doesn't look like it would work with the 3035-P.
view full answer... - Correct Brake Controller Harness for a 2012 Winnebago Vista 26 Class A Motorhome Ford F-53 Chassis
- Good news, I can help. In my research I found that your Winnebago was built on Ford F-53 chassis.
The correct brake controller wiring harness adapter for your Primus IQ # TK90160 on your 2012 Winnebago Vista 26 Class A Motorhome on a Ford F-53 Chassis is indeed the # 3035-P you were looking at. While we haven't had a chance to install this on a F-53 Chassis the instructions state that the harness will be located under the dash near the center console on most vehicles. I've linked an
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