Brake Controller and Wiring Harness for a 2013 Ram 1500

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Hello, I have a Pilot brake controller and would like to connect it to my 2013 Ram 1500. Ive read on your site about the voltage / wiring output changes on the 2013 Rams and was wondering if it would be possible to use my existing brake controller if I could find the correct adapter.

asked by: Brad K

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There are only certain brake controllers that are compatible with the Powernet multiplex electrical system in the 2013 Ram trucks but the Pilot controller is not one of them; even if you have the proper harness.

The harness is # 3023-P and I recommend using the P3, # 90195, P2, # 90885, or Primus # TK90160. These are all proportional controllers that apply the trailer brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on the vehicle and trailer.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

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It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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Answer 12

That's a very good question, we tend to be extra cautious and say to use 10 gauge wire because that would be more than enough. When you get into longer trailers that will end up using a lot of wire the heavier gauge wire becomes more necessary.…

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