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Tekonsha POD Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 2 Axles - Time Delayed
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Tekonsha POD Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 2 Axles - Time Delayed

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This time-delayed brake controller is designed to mount at any angle, even upside down. The controls are all up front for easy access, including a slide-bar manual override and a thumbwheel for braking output. LED indicator shows your braking status. Great Prices for the best trailer brake controller from Tekonsha. Tekonsha POD Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 2 Axles - Time Delayed part number 39523 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Tekonsha Trailer Brake Controller - 39523

  • Electric
  • Time Delayed Controller
  • Up to 2 Axles
  • Tekonsha
  • Dash Mount
  • Under-Dash Box
  • Indicator Lights
  • Automatic Leveling
  • Up to 360 Degrees

This time-delayed brake controller is designed to mount at any angle, even upside down. The controls are all up front for easy access, including a slide-bar manual override and a thumbwheel for braking output. LED indicator shows your braking status.


Features:

  • Brake controller activates trailer brakes with preset intensity
  • Adjustable power output lets you select the amount of braking force
    • Simple thumbwheel lets you change setting
  • LED indicator on front of unit shows you your braking status
    • Green light indicates that brakes are connected
    • Color changes to orange and then to red as the power output increases
  • Slide-bar manual override is within easy reach for controlling trailer sway or stopping in emergencies
  • Quick and easy installation with no mounting restrictions - can be installed in any direction
    • Designed to be mounted upside down and still have a readable display
    • Mounting bracket and hardware included
    • Plug-in, vehicle-specific brake control adapter (sold separately) available for select vehicles to reduce installation time


Specs:

  • Application: trailers with up to 2 axles (4 brake assemblies)
    • Compatible with electric trailer brakes only
  • Dimensions: 5" long x 3" wide x 1-1/4" tall
  • Limited 5-year warranty


Easy-to-Access Brake Controller

Tekonsha POD Controls and Components

The Tekonsha POD is designed to mount in any direction, and it's especially suited for mounting on near-vertical dashes. All the controls are on the front of the module, so you can still access them with the controller tucked away in a convenient place.


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Braking Output

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


Manual Override

The Tekonsha POD 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 lever to activate the trailer's brakes and brake lights without you having to apply the brakes on your tow vehicle, perfect for limiting trailer movement while you re cruising.


Quick, Simple Installation

Because inertia plays no role in the functioning of this controller, you do not have to mount the unit at any particular angle. Your mounting options are limitless, with the controller designed with all of the controls on the front of the module so you can access them even if it's mounted upside down.


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


Installation Accessories

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


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


Time-Delayed Braking

What is time-delayed braking

The Tekonsha POD 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 POD. 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.



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Tekonsha POD Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 2 Axles - Time Delayed - 39523

Average Customer Rating:  4.8 out of 5 stars   (1256 Customer Reviews)

This time-delayed brake controller is designed to mount at any angle, even upside down. The controls are all up front for easy access, including a slide-bar manual override and a thumbwheel for braking output. LED indicator shows your braking status.

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Item works properly. Easy to install



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Great product! Great price!



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great



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Excellent price and service.



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The best and not pricy!



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Fast shipping, good prices and great instructions.



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Works great and wasn't difficult to install



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Great product and was easy to install. Works very well.



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great service. i will be using them again in the future.



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plugged right in, works wonderful I feel no need for a higher priced one



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It was Plug and play, pretty straight forward install.



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this my 2nd unit for a newer vehicle they perform great.



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excellent equipment and real easy to instrall. no problen with this product, that i could in stall myself with out any problens



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Arrived within a week. Installation was a snap. A good value for the money. Product works as advertised.



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Great brake controller for the money,easy fit and install.Shipped on time and arrived on time.Works great. Chet



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Product seems to work good, but have only had it for a short time. Good value tho.



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This little device demonstrates what all products should strive to be. Easy to install and operate and worked the first time out. Highly recommended.



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Prompt delivery and website had a lot of useful information regarding installing your unit. The unit worked great!



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customer service diagnosis was accurate---product arrived promply and at a great price--my brakes are better now than ever--thanks



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Simple to use. A number read out would be nice for setting the unit but for the price does the job. Pretty compact smaller than I expected.



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This is a great product and this place is on the stick. I receives multiple emails telling me what my order status was. The website has lots of useful information.



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Great product and service from etrailer. I would do business with etrailer again.



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This is my first brake controller. Easy to install (especially with the wire adapter) and easy to use.



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Product was as advertised, and easy to in stall with the wiring adapter.



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Super fast delivery and Easy hook up, The light comes on when hooked to the trailer only, mine works great!


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