Will Trailer Brakes Still Function if Breakaway Kit isn't Hooked Up
Published 09/13/2018
Question:
Im sorry my question is that i have everything conected to my trailer, but i dont have my break away battery conected and i would like to know if my trailer will still brake when my truck brakes thank you very much and ill wait for a response
asked by: Gerardo
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Expert Reply:
Your trailer's brakes will still activate like normal if you have your breakaway kit not connected. It's not recommended to tow a trailer with a non-functioning breakaway kit though.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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