Tekonsha Voyager Brake Controller Activating When I Turn On Headlights

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I have a voyager 9030 control on a 2002 Dodge PU. When I turn on my head lights the brakes on the trailer engage. it was wired by a trailer dealer, some time ago and untill now I have not pulled at night

asked by: Doug S

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I can definitely help you with your Voyager on your 2002 Dodge Pickup.

It sounds like they might have spliced into the wrong wire at the brake light switch. I would start by testing the red wire behind the brake controller and if that has power when the headlights are on then we know they tapped into the wrong stop light switch wire. The correct wire should only be live when applying pressure on the brake pedal. Typically Dodge used the white wire, that's the one I would start with.

If you are in need of a tester, we offer one right here on our site, # PTW2993.

I have linked our Help article on installation and troubleshooting of a brake controller for your convenience.

expert reply by: Jackie C

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