Brake Controller On 2019 Chevy 3500 To Replace Factory Integrated Brake Controller

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I have an integrated brake controller on my 2019 Chevy Silverado 3500 and i hate it. I want a brake controller to bypass the factory one. I don't want to have to do a bunch of wiring

asked by: Joleen

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I recommend to use the Curt Echo Mobile Trailer Brake Controller part # C51180 in the 7-Way of your 2019 Chevy Silverado 3500 to bypass the factory controller. The Curt Echo only needs an active 12V circuit on the 7-Way to function because of it's internal sensors that senses when the truck is braking and activates the trailer brakes. It doesn't utilize the other functions of the integrated brake controller so there is not any additional wiring needed just plug it inline with the 7-Way plug and control the setting via a smart device Apple 8.0-newer or Android 4.4-newer. I have attached a couple of videos for your reference.

expert reply by: Heather A

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Answer 1

Hello Ethan, I really don’t like having to give a “No” answer, but unfortunately that’s the case this time. I’ve searched everywhere and haven’t found an option for a king pin adapter for inverted 5th wheel hitches that will go into an OEM Prep…

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For your 2011 Chevy Silverado 2500 with integrated brake controller, the brake output wire will run directly from your controller to the 7-way. You can test the 5 o'clock pin of your connector for braking function using an incandescent tester…

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The first thing you will want to do is check the inside of both the vehicle's and trailer's connectors for debris or corrosion. If corrosion is present, you will then want to spray some electrical parts cleaner on the inside of the connectors…

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There isn't anything like an autonomous controller that would step up if the factory controller fails. I'd simply bypass the existing factory brake controller. The GM ITBC, although it works better now than the earlier models has been…

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You will likely have to manually run the blue wire from the #3016 wiring harness to the 7-Way trailer connector at the back of your 2016 Chevy Silverado 3500 and replace the wire from the factory controller that will be in the 7 o'clock position…

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I think you are asking if you can bypass the factory brake controller with an aftermarket brake controller. If that is the case then yes you can, in order to do this you will need to follow the instructions in the attached help article. For a new…

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If you were to unhook that factory integrated brake controller on a 2015 Chevy Silverado it would cause an error message to appear that would have to be cleared by a Chevy dealer. There is a way around this though. Leave the factory controller…

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Yes, you can replace the factory integrated brake controller (ITBC) on your 2015 Chevrolet Silverado with an aftermarket brake controller. I recommend using the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller part #90195 because it is one of the best…

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We have heard numerous reports on the factory GM, Dodge and Ford brake controllers working intermittently with certain trailers over the years, which is why Tekonsha has actually put out a tech bulletin showing how to bypass the factory controller…

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Answer 10

I would love to help you with all the issues you're having but sadly I cannot since it's a factory trailer brake controller. That said, I think it's time you find a new dealer or service center if they were unwilling to help as it's…

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In order to replace the factory brake controller on a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 you'd need to cut the blue brake output wire from the harness where it would normally plug into the vehicle side brake controller plug and run this to the rear…

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Answer 12

We can help you with this. When installing an aftermarket brake control into your 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 that is equipped with a factory Integrated Trailer Brake Control (ITBC), you will have to disable the ITBC first before the aftermarket…

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