Best Brake Controller for a 2023 Chevy Silverado

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I have a 2023 Chevy Silverado and I am wanting to add a brake controller. I would like one that connects to my truck without cutting or splicing wires but I have no interest in one that has to be controlled by my phone. Which one do you recommend?

asked by: Reggie D

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I recommend the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller for Tekonsha Harness item # RED63RR. This brake controller and harness will install inside your Silverado without cutting or splicing wires using the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter item # 3064-P. This set up fits all of the Chevy Silverado's that come with the factory tow package.

I really like this brake controller because it has a unique installation method where you can mount the control knob on your dash or console and hide the main unit out of sight. It is perfect for towing as you do not have to worry about banging your knee on a bulky brake controller. This is a proportional brake controller that automatically adjusts your trailer's braking based on the deceleration of your Silverado.

I have linked a couple of pictures below that will show you what the Redarc item # RED63RR looks like when installed and where you could put the knob. I have also included a picture of where you can find the brake controller adapter and linked an installation video that will be helpful as well.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Wiring Harness Plug Location
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Recommended Mounting Location for the Tow Pro Elite # RED44FR on a 2023 Chevy Silverado
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Redarc Knob
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Answer 1

Your 2023 Chevy Suburban RST does come with the factory tow package so there would be a harness under the d ash near the emergency brake pedal that the part #3016 would plug into. This would allow you to use a brake controller like our very popular…

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Answer 2

The green connector in your truck is not the correct plug. It is normally a blue plug like what I have shown in the photo that plugs into the adapter part #C51332 if you are using a Curt brake controller like part #C51170. There will be a port to…

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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

It sounds like you mean the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 you're looking at doesn't come with a brake controller. You can add a brake controller to any vehicle as long as it has a 7-way installed. What I recommend for this truck is the Redarc…

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Answer 5

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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Answer 6

I have great news for you, I can help you bypass your factory brake controller and install your aftermarket brake controller. In full size trucks, like your Chevy Silverado 2500 HD, you will have to make a few connections to allow you to bypass your…

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Answer 7

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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Answer 8

If you are testing your Prodigy P3, #90195, while sitting still, then the readings you are getting are normal. The P3 is a proportional brake controller, so it will send out an amount of voltage proportionate to the braking intensity of the tow…

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Answer 9

Yes, you are correct in that the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller part #90885 will read "N.C" while there is no trailer connected. You can absolutely leave it plugged in while while not towing as well. If you receive a voltage…

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Answer 10

Using a junction box makes installing new 7-way wiring much easier. Often times, people will run the wires from a 7-way such as yours to a junction box like part #38656. From there, they will run the standard wire colors to the trailer lights, brakes…

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Answer 11

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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Answer 12

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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