Brake Controller For 2021 Chevy Tahoe With Factory Tow Package & Brake Controller

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Hello, Im picking up a used 2021 Chevy Tahoe WITH the factory tow package installed. I've heard from a few friends with new Chevy Trucks that the factory brake controller system is a pain and with throw error codes and blow fuses. Is it possible to easily bypass the factory controller and install an aftermarket unit? I just got rid of a 2019 Tahoe that didn't have the factory controller. I installed a RedArc Tow Pro Elite in that truck and it was as simple as wiring up the Tahoe Harness that corresponded with the RedArc and plugging it into an empty spot on the little wiring box under the dash. It that where the factory controler plugs in? Wondering if its as simple as unplugging that and plugging in the aftermarket harness. Im also assuming I will lose some functionality of the Chevy Towing App? Do you know if adding an aftermarket controller pretty much eliminates that functionality? Honestly I'm not sure what the App does but I've towed plenty without any kind of computer assistance so to me having a reliable brake controller is much more important Thank you

asked by: Zac H

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I checked with Redarc and they do not have a plug-in harness option for a 2021 Chevy Tahoe, their fits stop at 2020. The only brake controller that will bypass your current factory brake controller without issue is the Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller # C51180.

You'll just plug this into your Tahoe's 7-way and it will override your OEM brake controller.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

A trailer that is over 80 inches wide is required by DOT regulations to have rear clearance lights. An over 80 inch taillight kit, like part #TL16RK, will have the side clearance light built into it. An under 80 inch taillight does not have the…

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Answer 2

Typically, the black wire is 12-volt power, and the red wire is left turn/brake lights. But you cannot always go by color. If the wiring in question is on the trailer side, then there are two ways to determine which color wire does what function. You…

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The black wire of the Hopkins 7-Way Molded Trailer Wire Connector #HM20048 carries the 12 volt accessory circuit. This is the circuit that will typically power interior lights or charge a trailer's battery. I attached a help article that covers…

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Answer 4

You can certainly add a 7-way trailer connector to your trailer with 6 wires. You would simply have 1 pin on the 7-way connector that did not function. I recommend adding a 7-way molded trailer wire connector like part #H20046, and a junction box…

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Answer 5

The red wire is the turn signal wire and will be run to the green wire of your harness if its the right turn signal side, and the black wire will run to the brown wire of your harness. The yellow wire from your harness will run to the left turn…

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Answer 6

The PL code will be displayed when the Prodigy loses voltage on the black wire while either the brake pedal or the manual lever is being applied. This may be caused by a loose connection or I have also seen a faulty circuit breaker case this as well.…

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Answer 7

I spoke with my Tekonsha representative, who told me that they do not repair or offer a replacement manual brake lever for your Prodigy. I'd recommend you replace the brake controller. The original Prodigy has been discontinued by the Prodigy P2,…

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Answer 8

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 9

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 10

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 11

If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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Answer 12

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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