Bypassing ITBC of 2014 Silverado 3500 and Installing Aftermarket Brake Controller

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I have a 2014 Chevy Silverado 3500 with factory integrated brake controller and and OEM 7 blade plug but I have issues when hooking up to some trailers that work fine with other vehicles/brake controllers. I am wondering if there is a simple plug in adapter available if I purchase the Tekonsha P2 or P3. I believe etrailers codes are Code: 90885 and Code: 90195 for the controllers. I prefer using the integrated system when it works with my trailer I pull most frequently but want the option to quickly change over when I encounter issues with other trailers. I am not opposed to going fulltime with the Tekonsha or another reliable brand controller but would like the option if at all possible. Thanks

asked by: Chuck

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We have heard numerous reports on the factory GM, Dodge and Ford brake controllers working intermittently with certain trailers over the years, which is why Tekonsha has actually put out a tech bulletin showing how to bypass the factory controller and install an aftermarket model.

I'm not aware of any adapter, but the ITBC (integrated trailer brake controller) can easily be bypassed using the tech bulletin I've linked for you.

I suppose if you wanted to, you could switch back and forth between the ITBC and the Prodigy P2 or the P3, but it would be easier to just stay with the aftermarket controller. Although both controllers are pretty similar function-wise, I really like the more user friendly display of the P3.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

Hello Ethan, I really don’t like having to give a “No” answer, but unfortunately that’s the case this time. I’ve searched everywhere and haven’t found an option for a king pin adapter for inverted 5th wheel hitches that will go into an OEM Prep…

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The first thing you will want to do is check the inside of both the vehicle's and trailer's connectors for debris or corrosion. If corrosion is present, you will then want to spray some electrical parts cleaner on the inside of the connectors…

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You will likely have to manually run the blue wire from the #3016 wiring harness to the 7-Way trailer connector at the back of your 2016 Chevy Silverado 3500 and replace the wire from the factory controller that will be in the 7 o'clock position…

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For your 2011 Chevy Silverado 2500 with integrated brake controller, the brake output wire will run directly from your controller to the 7-way. You can test the 5 o'clock pin of your connector for braking function using an incandescent tester…

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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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In order to replace the factory brake controller on a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 you'd need to cut the blue brake output wire from the harness where it would normally plug into the vehicle side brake controller plug and run this to the rear…

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Answer 7

I do have an option for your friend but there is going to be some issues bypassing the factory brake controller on a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 with a conventional brake controller due to the factory computer. However, we have not yet had the…

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Answer 8

Yes, I do Brad. I recommend the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller w/ Custom Harness item #RED26CR. This is a proportional brake controller that automatically adjusts your trailer's braking based on the deceleration of your Silverado. The…

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I think you are asking if you can bypass the factory brake controller with an aftermarket brake controller. If that is the case then yes you can, in order to do this you will need to follow the instructions in the attached help article. For a new…

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If you were to unhook that factory integrated brake controller on a 2015 Chevy Silverado it would cause an error message to appear that would have to be cleared by a Chevy dealer. There is a way around this though. Leave the factory controller…

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We can help you with this. When installing an aftermarket brake control into your 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 that is equipped with a factory Integrated Trailer Brake Control (ITBC), you will have to disable the ITBC first before the aftermarket…

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Answer 12

I recommend to use the Curt Echo Mobile Trailer Brake Controller part #C51180 in the 7-Way of your 2019 Chevy Silverado 3500 to bypass the factory controller. The Curt Echo only needs an active 12V circuit on the 7-Way to function because of it's…

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