How do you hook up a brake controller?
Just 5 Steps to Install Brake Controller and Wiring!
- Disconnect the vehicle’s negative battery cable.
- Determine where to mount the controller on the dash.
- Drill mounting holes for the bracket.
- Fasten the brake controller into place.
- Plug in the brake controller with a custom wiring harness.
How do you hook up electric trailer brakes?
Installing Electric Brakes on Your Trailer
- First, you must remove your existing hub.
- Next, Find the CORRECT backing plate.
- Install the lock washers under the nuts and tighten.
- Make sure the outer bearing is greased, and put in the hub, then the washer, and then the nut.
- Insert the cotter pin.
What is the wiring diagram for a brake controller?
The wiring diagram to the right is a basic brake controller hook up. Return to the duplex cable under the hood where the brake wire now white needs to be separated from the 12 volt hot lead black. To install with a positive ground system.
How to install an electric trailer brake controller?
The wiring diagram to the right is a basic brake controller hook up. The wiring harness shown is typical of any electric brake control installation. Some newer vehicles provide their own brake control jumper harness which makes the install a plug and play affair.
Do you need wiring harness for brake control?
The Brake Controller comes with a wiring harness that is the kind you have to splice into your vehicle’s wiring. If you have never done wiring on a car before you might not want to attempt this install as your first wiring project. If your vehicle comes with a Towing Package you should have a Brake Control plug already wired and ready to go.
Where do I put the brake control plug?
If your vehicle comes with a Towing Package you should have a Brake Control plug already wired and ready to go. You will need to use the wiring harness that is made for your vehicle. Installing The Brake Control Module Under The Dash. Photo by Adam Wright 2010.
Do you need a harness for a brake controller?
The Brake Controller comes with a wiring harness that is the kind you have to splice into your vehicle’s wiring. If you have never done wiring on a car before you might not want to attempt this install as your first wiring project.
Where do I find the 4 way connector for my brake controller?
If you do not currently have a 4-way connector on your vehicle, you can use the Vehicle Wiring Fitguide to locate the custom-fit wiring harness, and the Brake Controller Fitguide to find the brake controller for your application.
The wiring diagram to the right is a basic brake controller hook up. The wiring harness shown is typical of any electric brake control installation. Some newer vehicles provide their own brake control jumper harness which makes the install a plug and play affair.
Why do I need a brake controller installation kit?
The Brake Controller Installation Kit, or ETBC7, includes everything necessary for converting your 4-way connector to a 7-way connector in order to use a brake controller to activate the electric brakes on your trailer. Why do I need an ETBC7?