How Does Brake Controller Install on Freightliner S2RV Chassis

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I am looking for a trailer brake controler for my motorhome Freightliner S2RV chassie that is just plug and play oe I can just plug into a factory harness without splicing wires can you helpp?

asked by: David H

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Helpful Expert Reply:

To install the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller # 90195 in your Freightliner S2RV chassis all you need is the install harness part # 3027-P which plugs into a connector behind the steering column panel.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Dave M.

10/9/2024

just installed a prodigy P3 in a 2022 Freightliner S2 RV Jayco motorhome, the blunt cut wiring was tucked into the lower steering column cover not in the kick panel. I used Tekonsha # 3027-P harness that made it a plug and play installation

Jameson C.

10/9/2024

@DaveM Thank you for passing that on!

Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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