Does Draw-Tite Activator Brake Controller With no Display Need to be Replaced?
Updated 05/08/2018 | Published 05/06/2018
Question:
have a 2001 excursion put a drawtite 2 electric brake controller in years ago . now it is not working .display has power but no digital display unless I put a test light on the blue wire the reads fine but still no trailer brake . is the unit bad
asked by: Sam G
Expert Reply:
It does sound like the display on your Draw-Tite Activator II has gone bad and the unit will need to be replaced. We do not carry the Activator II and I highly recommend upgrading to a proportional brake controller, which is going to give you more efficient braking that decreases the wear on both your trailer and Excursion's brakes.
If you have been happy with the Tekonsha brand, they offer a proportional controller, the Brake EVN # TK63VR would be a good option.
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