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Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Dodge

Part Numbers: 90195,3020-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

Tekonsha Prodigy P3 brake controller

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.


Tekonsha Prodigy P3 LCD display screen

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.


Display screen when P3 unit turns on. Boost mode one. Boost mode two. Boost mode three.
Display screen is white. Display screen is green. Display screen is orange. Display screen is light blue.
Display screen is purple. Display screen is blue. Display screen is pink. Display screen is cyan.
Screen displays force of braking. Screen displays warning open ground no brakes. Screen displays no trailer connection. Screen displays no trailer connection.

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

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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.


Correct P3 mounting 360-Degree P3 mounting

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.


P3 mounted in bracket  P3 mount

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

What is 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 - Dodge
part number: 3020-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:

  • Adapter is wired for:
    • 1995-2009 Dodge Ram 1500/2500/3500, Full Size, all models
    • 1997-2011 Dodge Dakota Pickup w/Factory Tow Package
    • 1998-2009 Dodge Durango w/Factory Tow Package
    • 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen w/Factory Tow Package
  • 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

This adapter plugs into the 4-pin connector on your vehicle's built-in brake control wiring harness. The harness is located underneath the dash, to the left of the steering column, taped to another harness near the emergency brake pedal.


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.



302000 Tekonsha Brake Control Wiring Adapter with 2 Plugs

Replaces 3020-P

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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.

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  • Troubleshooting Only One Side of Trailer Brakes Locking Up
  • Yes, when the electric signal is sent from the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller # 90195 to the trailer's brakes, it should cause both sides to lock up. Since only one side is locking up, it could indicate that one brake assembly needs to be manually adjusted. I attached a video that shows how to do this process. If that doesn't get it to respond then there is possibly an issue with the wiring going into the brake assembly which you can test using a circuit tester like # PTW2993.
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  • Troubleshooting a Tekonsha P3 Brake Controller that Reads Trailer Not Connected
  • If you sever the blue wire leaving the P3 controller part # 90195 leaving enough room to reconnect it and test the end of the wire leaving the controller with a circuit tester like part # PTW2993 you should see voltage when you slide the manual override lever. If not, then the brake controller is bad. If you see voltage there instead then the problem is somewhere on the brake output circuit of your vehicle or trailer. Corrosion on the trailer connector typically causes this problem.
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  • How Does a Proportional Brake Controller Work
  • Hey William, it looks like you're asking about the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller # 90195. This is a proportional brake controller, so basically how it works is the brake controller will activate the trailer brakes with the same intensity and at the same time as the tow vehicle. This brake controller also automatically adjusts the trailer's braking based off of the deceleration of the tow vehicle.
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  • Does Prodigy P3 Brake Controller Eventually Shut Itself Off With No Activity
  • After 10 minutes of inactivity the Prodigy P3 part # 90195 will go into sleep mode which means it basically shuts itself off without losing presets.
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  • Tekonsha P3 Trailer Brake Controller Shows Intermittent Overload Error Message
  • Based on what you are describing it would seem like the more voltage or the longer duration the brake pedal is used the more likely you are to get the error. This could be a short to ground, short on the blue wire, or a bad ground connection. It could also be a problem with a brake magnet or the trailer wiring. To start troubleshooting first cut the blue wire a few inches back from the controller. Use you tester to test the end coming out of the controller. It should only show power
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  • Wiring Configuration for Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller 90195
  • The Prodigy P3 trailer brake controller uses a 4-wire hookup. The white wire is to be grounded to the battery negative terminal; the black power wire connects to the battery hot terminal through a circuit breaker; the red wire takes in the brake light signal from the cold side of the brake light switch and is used to trigger the P3 to send out a brake signal on the blue wire. The red wire will carry an on-or-off signal; the actual degree of braking power sent to the trailer connector
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  • Troubleshooting Tekonsha P3 Brake Controller that Only Shows Red Display
  • That's a pretty odd issue to have with the Prodigy P3 part # 90195. Try unplugging it for a few seconds and then plugging it back it as a hard reset might get it to work like it's supposed to.
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  • How to Install a Brake Controller on a 2020 Ford Transit T-250
  • We have just what you need to get this job taken care of. There are two wiring kits you will need, the Curt T-Connector # C56327 and the Universal Installation Kit # ETBC7. These two kits combined will include everything you need to install a 7-way on your 2020 Ford Transit T-250, including all of the necessary wires for a brake controller. The Tekonsha P3 # 90195 is what we recommend, as it will be an easy 4-wire install.
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  • What Size Tire Is A 8-14.5 and Can It Be Replaced with a Car Tire?
  • An 8-14.5 tire is a metric sized tire that has a rim width range of 6 inches and an overall diameter of 27.7 inches. An 8-14.5 tire is normally seen on a motor home axle, which is designed for one time use only. We have a good ply G rated tire to replace this is the # AM10327 it has a maximum capacity of 3,070lbs at 116psi. Some trailers can use a light truck tire but you do not want to use a passenger vehicle tire. The problem is that passenger vehicle tires are not rated and constructed
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  • Display Won't Turn Off on the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller
  • The Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller part # 90195 will go into a sleep mode after 15 minutes of inactivity. Therefore, with the vehicle shut off and the key out of the ignition it will still stay on till the 15 minute window is reached. Please keep in mind that opening the door will likely wake the controller back up so if you wanted to check that it was truly in sleep mode you would be best to just peek through the window.
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  • How Does Brake Controller Install in 2017 Chevy Express Van
  • For your 2017 Chevrolet Express Van we do have brake controller solutions but the vehicle does not have a port under the dash for installing a brake controller. Instead it has wiring available under the dash or sometimes the driver side floor mat up towards the floor mat. If you check out the install video I attached below you can see exactly how we installed a brake controller in a 2017 Chevy Express Van just like yours! For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P3 Brake
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  • How to Install a Brake Controller on a 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500
  • If your 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 came with a factory 7-way trailer connector then there should be a green connector located under the driver's seat. This green connector would then be plugged into a Mercedes-Benz speciality harness and attached to a brake controller. However, if you do not have this connection or cannot find it then you will want to proceed with the hardwire option. In order to hardwire a brake controller such as the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller
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  • Replacing Integrated Trailer Brake Controller For a Prodigy P3 On a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
  • I recommend installing a Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller # 90195 on your 2011 Chevrolet Sivlerado 2500HD. This proportional brake controller also has a built in diagnostic feature to help you resolve issues that might occur in your brake system. As you have an integrated brake controller your installation instructions will be different. I have linked an article below that will cover this installation as well for your to reference. When installing an aftermarket brake control
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  • Brake Controller Fit and Install Harness for 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500
  • For your 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500 the Prodigy P3 part # 90195 would be an excellent option for a brake controller that is confirmed as a fit. All you need is the correct install harness, part # 3016.
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  • How Does Brake Controller Install in 2020 Chevy Traverse that Has Factory Tow Package
  • Hey Craig, sorry about the confusion but there are great brake controllers that fit your 2020 Chevy Traverse with the factory tow package including the P3 part # 90195 that you referenced. You just have to wire the controller directly to the tow package wiring that you have under your dash. Instead of a connector, there are 4 blunt cut tow package wires located under the dash below and behind where the headlight switch is located. These wires will directly connect with the wires of the
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  • How Do You Hook Up A Tekonsha P3 To A Volvo Semi With A 7-Way Round Plug
  • The best way so hookup a P3 # 90195 to a Volvo semi is to wire the semi with its own separate 7 blade connector. For that you can use the Tekonsha # 119250KIT and the Universal Install Kit # ETBC7. This will include all of the components needed to wire the 7-way, including all of the necessary wires for the P3 brake controller. The # ETBC7 kit comes with 25' of wire, for a semi you may need additional wire, and for that we sell wire by the foot with part # 10-2-1. I have linked a few install
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  • Brake Controller Port Location for Tekonsha Prodigy P3 On a 2020 Ram 1500
  • The Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller part # 90195 with the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers part # 3024-P is indeed a good choice for a 2020 Ram 1500. In regards to installation, the plug is located behind the center dash console near the gear selector where the factory brake controller would have been installed if equipped. The attached photo shows a general location but as noted, there are different dash configurations for the vehicle so exact
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  • Troubleshooting Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Brake Controller Display Not Going Into Sleep Mode
  • The Prodigy P3 brake controller # 90195 is designed to go into sleep mode when not in use. This will just keep your settings and will be a very minimal draw like the clock in your vehicle. The display should "sleep" after 15 minutes of detecting no movement. If after that 15 minutes you are still getting the display, then the controller is seeing a slight power draw from a trailer connected or is seeing a draw from a trailer connector that most likely just needs to be cleaned. I recommend
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  • Tekonsha Primus Brake Controller Showing SH Error Code When Trailer is not Connected
  • The SH error code indicates a short circuit in the brake controller output. Since it is occurring when the trailer is not connected, it would eliminate the trailer wiring as being the problem. The trailer connector itself is the usual suspect in this case. Check the connector for damage or corrosion. If you can see any white or green corrosion on the pins of the connector, there is a good chance that the corrosion has spread to the interior of the connector, where the wiring connects
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  • How To Install A Brake Controller On A 2016 Chevrolet Colorado
  • The 2016 Chevrolet Colorado does not have a plug-in adapter for a brake controller such as the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller part # 90195. However, the wires that will need to be hardwired into the adapter are already present on the vehicle taped together underneath the driver's side kick panel. To find the wires, you will need to remove the driver's side kick panel. You will then need to locate the group of 4 wires taped together. Once this is done, you can use a circuit
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  • Where Does a Brake Controller Plug Into on a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Big Horn
  • On the 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 that came with either a factory 4-Way or 7-Way trailer connector the receptacle to plug in a brake controller with a harness such as # 3020-P will either be on top of or along the side of a white rectangular box back along the firewall to the right of the emergency brake pedal. I have included a picture showing this for you. The factory plug is blue. If your Ram did not come with a factory installed 4- or 7-Way trailer wiring harness then it is possible that
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  • What is the Correct Wiring Adapter for Prodigy P3 Brake Controller on 2008 Dodge Ram 1500?
  • Thank you for the photo it was very helpful; you are correct that the wiring harness # 3020-P is not what is shown in your photo though I believe you are looking at the wrong connector. Take a look at the other photo that I've attached which shows what the connector should look like in your 2008 Dodge Ram. I've also linked a video to a brake controller installation on an '08 Ram and at the 2:30 mark it will show you where that connector can be found, which is to the far left next to a white
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  • Recommended Brake Controller for a 2005 Dodge 1500
  • Hey Abby thanks for all the questions! The first thing I need to mention is you will only have a port to plug in a brake controller if your 2005 Dodge 1500 came with either a 4-way connector or a 7-way connector from the factory. If yours has an after market trailer connector you'll need to manually wire a brake controller. The brake controller port on a 2005 Dodge 1500 is located by the left side firewall. I have attached a picture below along with an installation video so you can find
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  • Where Is Brake Controller Port Located On 2001 Dodge Durango For Installation Of Adapter, # 3020-P
  • If your 2001 Dodge Durango has the factory installed 7-way trailer connector on the rear bumper, the port for the brake controller should be located near the emergency brake pedal. I am sending a video link of a brake controller installation on a 2003 Dodge Dakota and at the 45 second mark it shows the location of the brake controller port under the dash that should help you locate the port on your vehicle. You can check the port with a circuit tester to see if one of the pins supplies
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  • Parts Needed To Install Redarc Tow Pro Liberty Trailer Brake Controller On a 2005 Dodge Dakota
  • If your 2005 Dodge Dakota came with the factory 7-way you will simply need the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter # 3020-P, and Adapter # 331-TPH-017 to connect the Redarc Liberty # RED24FR. This will give you a plug and play connection without having to splice any wiring. If you do not have the factory wiring we have a 4-Way # 55323, 7-Way # ETBC7 and the Redarc # RED52VR. This will give you all the wiring you need for a hardwire install.
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  • How to Know What is Needed to Install Trailer Brake Controller on 2008 Dodge Ram Pickup
  • It sounds like you are searching for a trailer brake controller to install on your 2008 Dodge Ram Pickup. Many vehicles, such as your Dodge Ram, can come from the factory with a trailer wiring harness already installed at the rear. This is usually an indication of some kind of tow package on the vehicle and will simply make it easier when getting ready to tow, as many of the necessary components will already be installed on the truck. When looking through the trailer brake controller
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  • Tekonsha Brake Controller Harness for a 2010 Dodge Ram 1500
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  • How To Determine if 2002 Dodge Ram With Mopar Hitch Has Factory 7-Way Trailer Connector
  • The Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter, part # 3020-P, you have referenced is for connecting a Tekonsha brake controller to the brake controller port located in the cab of your vehicle. It will be used if you have the factory 4-Way or the factory 7-Way on the rear of your vehicle. If your Ram did not come with a factory trailer connector the # 3020-P wiring adapter is not needed since there will not be a factory brake controller port under the dash. You would have to hardwire the brake
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  • Parts Needed to Install a Prodigy P2 Brake Controller on a 2002 Chevy Silverado
  • The blue wire labeled CHMSL is not for trailer brakes, this circuit is for if you were to install a camper shell in the bed of your truck and would run to the third brake light of the camper. The first thing you are going to need to do is make a couple connections under the hood of your 2002 Chevy Silverado. Check out the FAQ article I attached that details how to do this. Next, you are going to need at least 25 feet of Jacketed 2 Wire, 10 Gauge, Brake Wire # 10-2-1. That FAQ I
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  • Installing a Trailer Brake Controller on a 2006 Dodge Ram with Factory 4-Way
  • On a 2006 Dodge Ram that came with a factory installed 4-Way trailer connector the brake (blue) wire does not run all the way back to the back of the truck; it stops at the connector that is located under the driver's side wheel well. In order to finalize the installation you must splice into this wire and continue it back to the plug. The 12 volt circuit wire is also not present at the back so what I recommend is to use about 20 feet of wire # 10-2-1 (sold by the foot) to complete the
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  • Locating Factory Trailer Brake Output Wire on 2004 Dodge Ram
  • If your 2004 Dodge Ram has the factory 7-Way or 4-Way connector, then there should be a plug located under the driver's side of the vehicle right behind the front wheel well (see attached image). There will be more wires on the hood side of the connector than the hitch/rear side. Usually the factory wire that supplies power to the trailer brakes is blue, but I highly recommend testing them with a circuit tester like # PTW2993 to verify this. You mentioned that the blue wire was cut
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  • How to Install a Brake Controller in a 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 with Factory 4-Way
  • Start by plugging in the brake control adapter # 3020-P into the OEM harness located under the steering wheel, just to the right of the emergency brake pedal. Then find a place to mount the brake controller. It should be in a position that is easily accessible (See Picture). Connect the wires. Usually located under the driver's side of the vehicle, right behind the front wheel well is a wire connector. As you can see in the picture there are more wires on the hood side (right side)
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  • Installation of Brake Controller On 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 w/ Factory 4-Way
  • Since your 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 did not come with a factory 7-way connector, you will not use the brake controller port underneath the dash, and will not use the Tekonsha Wire Replacement, part # 3020-P. Instead, you will need to hard-wire the brake controller using the Brake Controller 7 and 4 Way Installation Kit, part # ETBC7. The Black, White, Red, and Blue wires coming out of the brake controller will be wired. To begin plug your existing 4-way into part # ETBC7 and connect the
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  • Brake Controller Recommendation for a 2005 Dodge Ram 2500
  • For your 2005 Dodge Ram 2500 with the factory 7-Way trailer connector I recommend the Tekonsha P2, # 90885, because its easy to set up and use and it is reliable. This is a proportional controller that will apply the trailer brakes in proportion to how much the Ram is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on the trailer and vehicle brakes. To plug in the controller to your truck you will need wiring harness # 3020-P. I have included a link to a video showing
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  • Wiring For Brake Controller On 2005 Dodge Ram Pickup
  • The # 3020-P harness you came from is used when hooking a brake controller up to your 2005 Dodge Ram Pickup if it has the factory 7-way connector installed. If you do not have the 7-way connector, then you will need to add the # ETBC7 and do some hard wiring to complete the installation. If you are asking about the wires that are on the back of a 7-way connector like the # ETBC7, the blue wire is connected to the output wire on the brake controller and the purple wire is used for either
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  • Brake Controller Recommendation for 2008 Dodge Ram with Factory Install Wiring
  • The correct install harness you need for a brake controller in your 2008 Dodge Ram is the part # 3020-P for our most popular Tekonsha brand brake controllers. 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 amount to the
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  • Brake Controller Needed and Differences Between Electric and Electric/Hydraulic Braking Systems
  • I'd be happy to explain that a bit for you. There are a few different braking systems available for trailers, with electric being the most common. The brake controller sends voltage back to the electromagnets in the brake assemblies, which stick to the inside of the drums, spreading the brake drums apart so they push against the inside of the drums helping to stop the trailer. Some trailers use hydraulic brakes, like cars do. These can be actuated by a surge coupler that compresses
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