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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Helpful Expert Reply:

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

Since your Suburban has the factory 7-way trailer connector, installing the Redarc #RED44FR Tow Pro Elite will be a 100% plug and play installation. The #331-TPH-010 harness plugs into a socket located in the junction box located behind the emergency…

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Answer 3

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 4

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 5

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 6

Since the pin weight of your camper is 2.1k, I recommend going with the LoadLifter 5000 opposed to the 7500. While technically there is not reason you couldn't use the 7500 kit, it really is not necessary for a camper like yours. Generally the…

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Answer 7

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 8

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 9

The RV Propane Gas Detector part #RS64FR is what I recommend using to replace the the Atwood RV Propane Gas Detector part 31013 (Discontinued). The mounting plate for this new detector will cover up any holes you had for the previous so it will be a…

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Answer 10

Hey Andrew. The Redarc Tow-Pro link will indeed work just fine for your 2026 Toyota BZ, and due to it not needing a brake output wire you do not need to hook up the brake out put wire at all. You'll plug the USCAR pig tail #20147 into the Tow-Pro…

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Answer 11

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 12

Thanks for your question, Brandon. We have everything you need. There are two different options depending on what wiring is already on your van. The first option is if your van already has a 4-flat connector at the rear. If it does, you would need…

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