What is Needed to Install Brake Controller on a 2016 Chevy Suburban

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Hi can I buy a plug in brake controller for my 2016 Chevy suburban or do I need to run new wiring?

asked by: Bill T

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If your 2016 Chevy Suburban has the factory tow package then you can use the adapter # 3016 to install the Prodigy P3 # 90195 on your vehicle. If you don't have the factory tow package then you might need the additional wiring part # 30955.

We also have the Curt Echo # C51180 which plugs directly into a 7-Way wiring connector at the back of your vehicle and will work as long as you have the basic trailer wiring and 12V power signals. With this brake controller you use your Apple or Android smart device to adjust the braking action of this brake controller and use the manual override via Bluetooth connection.

Attached are some review videos for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

The 2014 Chevy Suburban does not have a place to plug in a brake controller but it does have a tow package wire bundle that you will use to wire up a brake controller. The wire bundle is located up under the dash to the left of the steering column.…

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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 4

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Answer 5

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 6

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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Answer 7

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Answer 8

Hey Ken! The correct wiring harness depends on whether or not you have the brake controller port/plug. Some models did not include the plug so you will have to check your 2025 Ranger and see. There should be four wires coming out of a large wire…

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Answer 9

If your 2016 Chevy Suburban has the factory tow package then you can use the adapter #3016 to install the Prodigy P3 #90195 on your vehicle. If you don't have the factory tow package then you might need the additional wiring part #30955. We also…

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Answer 10

If your 2018 Chevy Suburban has the factory tow package then yes, you can use the Plug-In Wiring Adapter #3016 to install your Prodigy P2 #90885 brake controller. If your Suburban doesn't have the factory tow package then you will need to use the…

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