Factory Trailer Brake Controller

lpe629 · September 10, 2009

I have a '09 Sierra 1500 SLE and I would like to install the factory trailer brake controller. I would need to buy the controller and the new dash panel that it fits in. Is it as simple as just plugging the wire harness into the controller? I've got a feeling it can't be that easy. What do you guys think? Anyone tried this?

pwall · September 10, 2009

Based on the numerous others who have asked, no.

This is one option that can not be added on afterwards....just way too many things that need to be changed.

louie730 · September 10, 2009

I have a '09 Sierra 1500 SLE and I would like to install the factory trailer brake controller. I would need to buy the controller and the new dash panel that it fits in. Is it as simple as just plugging the wire harness into the controller? I've got a feeling it can't be that easy. What do you guys think? Anyone tried this?

It's factory install only. You need to buy an after market unit. There are several good units that work very well. This has been discussed several times and no one has been able to install a factory unit.

lpe629 · September 10, 2009

Thats what I sort of figured since all the wires are hangin there for an aftermarket controller....thanks guys

reidrhollander · March 8, 2010

Does any one know the part number for the brake controller? i don't need a trailer brake but I would like to see if I can use it as a rheostat to control a proportional solenoid valve.

brims · March 8, 2010

Does any one know the part number for the brake controller? i don't need a trailer brake but I would like to see if I can use it as a rheostat to control a proportional solenoid valve.

There will be far cheaper options out there than using an OEM GM product for that. And you will have all the documentation, the GM one, you won't have schematics for what's in the box, just the pin out.

camaroluver · March 8, 2010

i have a aftermarket one in my truck works great very easy to install there are wires up under the dash right below the steering colum i think it is 4 wires taped in a bundle and there is 1 wire under the hood that needs to be hooked up to the battery

reidrhollander · March 8, 2010

Does any one know the part number for the brake controller? i don't need a trailer brake but I would like to see if I can use it as a rheostat to control a proportional solenoid valve.

There will be far cheaper options out there than using an OEM GM product for that. And you will have all the documentation, the GM one, you won't have schematics for what's in the box, just the pin out.

You might be right but I am kind of obsessed with making switches for accessories that look like they were there from the factory. I found the part number finally. $18 for the switch and $25 for the knee bolster. This converted switch is going to be for a solenoid valve driving some Nathan air chimes.

Here is a switch that I made for my off road lights. It is kind of fun for me to rework the PC boards to do what I want.

http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=5055...mp;id=711138851

jblakeney · March 8, 2010

I don't think it can be added. After the truck leaves the factory.

Tekonsha is probably the best in the aftermarket!! P3 is the best one I have found.

Jbo

brims · March 8, 2010

Does any one know the part number for the brake controller? i don't need a trailer brake but I would like to see if I can use it as a rheostat to control a proportional solenoid valve.

There will be far cheaper options out there than using an OEM GM product for that. And you will have all the documentation, the GM one, you won't have schematics for what's in the box, just the pin out.

You might be right but I am kind of obsessed with making switches for accessories that look like they were there from the factory. I found the part number finally. $18 for the switch and $25 for the knee bolster. This converted switch is going to be for a solenoid valve driving some Nathan air chimes.

Here is a switch that I made for my off road lights. It is kind of fun for me to rework the PC boards to do what I want.

http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=5055...mp;id=711138851

Oh, you were talking about the piece on the dash, for some reason I was thinking you were talking about the controller.

B34tgnu2 · March 19, 2011

reidrhollander, im looking to install those 2 parts on my 2010 truck as well can you give the gm part numbers for those parts to i can get them as well please.

thanks