Tricking P3 Brake Controller Into Showing Connection to Trailer Brakes to Allow Programming

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2006 Dodge 2500 3/4 ton I can only program so far, then says no trailer. Do I need the trailer hooked up to program! PS, I dont get my trailer for one more week, so have nothing to hook up. Thanks

asked by: Bryan B

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Yes, for a good portion of the programming of the P3 you will need to have a trailer connected. But you can trick the controller into thinking a trailer is connected if you put a load on the output circuit of the 7-way. Connect a circuit tester like # PTW2993 to the pin and the controller will show a connection.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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The Timbren kit you need for your 2001 Ford F-250 4x4 is the part #TFR250SDE which I attached a link to the install instructions plus a link to a video that shows our installers installing the kit on a 2002 Ford F-250 just like yours.

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Answer 2

Normally having a green light on your brake controller means you have a connection to your trailer. This is an indication of a power draw on your brake output wire that happens when a trailer is connected. If you are getting that light without a…

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Answer 3

First I recommend cleaning the connector and make sure there is no corrosion on the pins. Check the wires at the back of the plug. You may need to remove the wires from the connector as corrosion can build up in the connector. If all of the…

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All the brake controller needs to sense a trailer connection so that you can test it is a slight amperage draw on the output circuit. For that you can use a circuit tester like the part #PTW2993 with one pin grounded and the other on the output pin.…

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Since the pin weight of your camper is 2.1k, I recommend going with the LoadLifter 5000 opposed to the 7500. While technically there is not reason you couldn't use the 7500 kit, it really is not necessary for a camper like yours. Generally the…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Tricking P3 Brake Controller Into Showing Connection to Trailer Brakes to Allow Programming

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