Will the Tekonsha Prodigy RF Become Damaged if the Remote is Unplugged

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hi. I tow a 25oo# travel trailer. Two questions 1. I drove about 40 miles a freeway speeds with the remote not connected. Did I do damage? 2. Do I need to do any ting special to the unit to back up? thank you

asked by: Chuck

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According to the owner's manual for the Tekonsha Prodigy RF Wireless Trailer Brake Controller part # TK94FR, "The Prodigy RF may operate with reduced performance if the Remote Hand Held Unit is removed or disconnected while the trailer is in use". However, I called Tekonsha and they stated that no damage would have been done to the unit or trailer as a result of the hand held unit coming unplugged. You will be just fine if you plug it back in as there is nothing special you will need to do.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

The Tekonsha Prodigy RF Wireless Trailer Brake Controller w/ Bluetooth item #TK94FR has to be securely mounted to your trailers coupler with screws. The Prodigy RF connects to your vehicles 7-way so there aren't really any alternatives to…

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Answer 2

Yes, the Tekonsha Prodigy RF Wireless Trailer Brake Controller #TK94FR only needs power from the battery charge line, ground and stop/turn signals to function. The power is what gives the controller its power and it watches for power going to both…

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Answer 3

You should only have to pair the RF #TK94FR once and then it will be good to go after that. The only time when you may have to pair it again is if you do not tow the trailer for many months in a row. Or if you change tow vehicles. Otherwise it stays…

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Answer 4

Most likely the 12 volt accessory circuit of your 2014 Mercedes GLK250 would be active on your vehicle. You can test this with a circuit tester like part #PTW2993. To determine the amperage rating of the circuit you will need to find the fuse…

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Answer 5

Thank you for the photo of your trailer's tongue area. The Prodigy RF Brake Controller #TK94FR can be mounted in any of several points on a typical a-frame trailer. The diagram I linked shows you the preferred location on the outside of the…

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Answer 6

The OL (overload) error message on Tekonsha brake controllers like #TK94FR tends to suggest that there is a problem in your trailer's brake circuit wiring. You can start by inspecting both the vehicle and trailer connectors for any signs of…

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Answer 7

If you look at the linked instructions for the Prodigy RF #TK94FR you will see that there is nothing prohibiting installation perpendicular to the tongue. But ideally it would be parallel with the frame and level + or - 5 degrees.

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Answer 8

I spoke to Tekonsha about their Prodigy RF Wireless Trailer Brake Controller w/ Bluetooth #TK94FR and they explained in detail how the controller interprets the brake signal. It is looking at the power input from both the turn signal/brake light…

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Answer 9

According to the owner's manual for the Tekonsha Prodigy RF Wireless Trailer Brake Controller part #TK94FR, "The Prodigy RF may operate with reduced performance if the Remote Hand Held Unit is removed or disconnected while the trailer is in…

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Answer 10

Typically the galvanic corrosion between steel bolts and aluminum isn't bad enough to be an issue. The best solution though would be to swap the hardware that comes with the RF part #TK94FR with stainless steel hardware and you'd be even…

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Answer 11

Yes, for the Prodigy RF Brake Controller part #TK94FR that you referenced the only circuit you will need to be active for the controller to function is the taillight circuits and the 12 volt accessory circuit. I attached an install video for this…

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Answer 12

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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