Do Electric Brake Magnets have Contonuity Between The Two Wires?
Updated 01/28/2025 | Published 01/18/2025
Question:
Do the electric brakes have continuity between both wires coming from the mega? When I check it with the meter it seems they are grounding out.
asked by: Jason P
Expert Reply:
Hey Jason, thanks for reaching out. Yes, there should be continuity between the two brake magnet wires. One is for power and one is for ground, and either wire can be used for each function. Brake magnets are pretty simple to wire for this reason, so if you are not getting proper function on the wires it may be time for new magnets or new brake assemblies.
If you want to look into that I will just need to know the weight capacity of your axle and/or the brake assembly brand and size. Let me know in the comments below and I will get back to you.
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Jason P.
1/27/2025
Yeah, my problem is my brake controller not seeing the trailer and I from what I understand that is because the signal is not getting through to the brakes perhaps not sure. Try different controllers same problem. I’ve been trying to tract this problem down they suggestions be great option I saw the controller might be open circuit. I don’t know but everything seems to be wired, right Ideas let me know