Installing Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Brake Controller on 2016 Chevy Silverado with Tow Package

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Is their a under the hood 12v wire that needs to be connected on a 2016 Silverado? The truck does have the two package, and I am going to install a brake control. Just curious if I have to finish connect under the hood?

asked by: Jim

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Installing the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Brake Controller # 90195 that you referenced on your 2016 Silverado is just a matter of using the Plug-In Adapter # 3016 that connects to the P3 at one end and to the factory port behind the dash of your truck at the other end. You should not need to make any additional connections under the hood.

I have attached an installation video on the 2015 Silverado that you can use for reference as the process should be identical on your truck.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Answer 1

Hey Austin, it sounds like your P3 part #90195 has a short from the 12 volt power wire (black) to the stoplight switch (red) and the brake controller thinks that you are applying the brakes and is activating the controller which is making it think it…

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Answer 2

Since your prodigy P3 is a proportional controller you can partially test for function at the trailer connector using the hook probe circuit tester #PTW2993. You can use this tester to test the pin the 5:00 position on your trailer connector while…

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Answer 3

We have seen this issue before and when cruise control functionality gets affected after a brake controller install the problem is the stoplight switch wire that was used for the installation of the brake controller. Basically the red wire of the…

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Answer 4

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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Answer 5

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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Answer 6

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 7

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 8

That's a very good question, we tend to be extra cautious and say to use 10 gauge wire because that would be more than enough. When you get into longer trailers that will end up using a lot of wire the heavier gauge wire becomes more necessary.…

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Answer 9

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 10

We have lift kits for trailer that easily add 2 inches to the height of the trailer. For that you'd want the part #RR23QX and you'd be set. I attached a picture that shows how it installs to give you an idea. This would be the easiest…

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Answer 11

Actually, the P3 now has the upgraded axis accelerometer like the P2. The Tekonsha P3 Trailer Brake Controller #90195, will work with both electric over hydraulic brakes on the trailer as well as electric brakes. It has a menu option on the display…

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Answer 12

You're right, the mounting bracket is unique (in a good way) for the Curt TriFlex NEXT Trailer Brake Controller #C24VV. The bracket is smaller and all you do is put the included adhesive tape on the bracket and stick it wherever you like under…

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