Brake Controller and Install for 2018 Chevy Colorado with Tow Package

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My vehicle is a Z71 2018 chevy Colorado with the tow package does this vehicle have a oem trailer brake already built in and what do I need to do to mhave trailer brakes when towing my trailer thanks

asked by: Terry A

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Your 2018 Chevy Colorado does have brake controller wiring to allow an install of one to be as simple as possible but it does not actually have a brake controller so you'd need one. Our Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller # 90885 is a really great option that's reliable, proportional, and priced great.

The brake controller wiring on your truck is present under the dash which you'd wire the controller to. I attached an install video of a similar brake controller installed on a Colorado like yours.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The Sunchaser awnings are made by Dometic. While we do not carry the Dometic awnings, we do have replacement fabric that will work. From what I found using the information you provided, it looks like you have a 16' awning. If that is the case,…

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Your 2018 Chevy Colorado has the brake controller wiring ran under the dash of the truck but there isn't an adapter that uses a connector. Reason being there's only 4 blunt cut wires under your vehicle dash for the brake controller wiring and…

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You will first want to check the fuses on your tow vehicle. Some vehicles could have fuses for operating the turn signals and brake lights of a towing package. You will want to check if they are installed and working properly. The next thing is to…

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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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The trailer brakes work on a separate circuit than the lights. You have a couple of options to control the electric brakes on the trailer. One option is to use an air over electric brake control, #HA100400C. This unit connects to the air brakes on…

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Answer 6

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 7

Yes, it does John. So long as you have the Ford Performance Heavy Duty Modular Front Bumper with the tow hooks, the easiest way to flat tow it is to use the Curt Custom Base Plate Kit item #C59JR. This adapter connects right to the tow hooks without…

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To tow your trailer that uses an RV style 7-way blade style connector with your semi that has a 7-pin connector, you need to construct an adapter that will also combine the brake signal into the right and left directional signal pins. This can be…

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If your vehicle has a factory brake controller plug, you can simply use the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers – Ford, Item #3034-P, which will connect to the vehicle plug and the brake controller. On the new E-450…

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Answer 10

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 11

Yes, the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller #RED52VR will fit your 2016 Chevy Colorado Z71. Sometimes our fitguide lists things this way when there isn't a custom wiring harness available. Rest assured, this will fit your truck and any other…

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