Installing An Aftermarket Brake Controller On A 2020 Chevrolet Silverado Factory Brake Controller

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Hello, I have a 2020 Silverado 2500HD and it came with factory brake controller. The problem is that it sucks.... I would like to use a universal brake controller but since the truck has the factory controller what would I need to do to install an aftermarket one? Thanks for your help with this,

asked by: Tommy

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To install an after market brake controller on you 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 you would need to go with the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional Item # RED44FR and the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers # 3064-P. You need to make sure to take your vehicle to a dealership and have them flash the computer to turn your factory brake controller off so it does not throw a code. If you do not have the factory brake controller turned off, when you install the aftermarket controller the computer will still be looking for the factory controller.

expert reply by: Shane H

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Answer 1

The correct set of replacement brake assemblies for your AxleTek 12 inch assemblies is the kit part #AKEBRK-7-SA that you referenced. This kit is a pair of left and right assemblies that are an exact match to what you have that are also self…

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For an RV with a currently installed Dometic Duo-Therm 59516.531 AC unit, I recommend the Advent Air for Dometic Setups, #ACDOM150. This is a 15,000 Btu replacement option that plugs directly into your current Dometic setup and works seamlessly with…

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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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Assuming that you've found the correct connector for the #3064-P brake control harness which is located under the dash to the left of the steering column, I'd wager than you have a fuse missing in the power distribution box in the engine…

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Like you said, many factory integrated brake controllers will not work well with electric over hydraulic trailer braking systems. Some of the newer versions of these controllers now have an electric over hydraulic mode. Check to see if any of your…

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I am sorry to hear that you are having some problems with your new truck. But yes, you can add an aftermarket brake controller without causing issues with the electronics in your truck. You will get error codes on your dash using an aftermarket…

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The Plug-In Wiring Harness #3064-P that you referenced is the correct brake controller harness for your 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 and it is actually a brand new product for this generation of GM trucks (it currently only fits the 2019 model Silverado…

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Hey Jeffrey, A proportional brake controller works pretty simply; the amount of power you hit the brakes on your 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 LTD with is the same intensity the controller will apply to your trailer brakes. It's a much smoother…

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Hey Mike, it does sound like your trailer has brakes so it would be wise to install a brake controller so that you can operate them when towing. The harness in your glove compartment is most likely just to help wire in a controller but I have an…

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Hey Ryan, sorry to hear about the issues you're having! The Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller w/ Custom Harness #TK52HR is the most reliable controller both in general and when it comes to electric-over-hydraulic actuators. You may…

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It sounds like you have the factory tow package on your 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500. The #RED63RR is a good start since it comes with the Tekonsha Adapter #331-TPH-017 for the Tow-Pro Elite. The only other thing you will need is the Tekonsha #3064-P.…

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Yes we have exactly what you need. All you will need is part #3064-P. This will plug in to the back of the P3 controller #90195, and the other end will plug in to the plug you found under the dash. It really is that easy. If all you have is the…

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