Integrated brake control

[wbfn/wykk]

Is it possible to add the factory integrated brake controller to a 2017 Silverado LTZ?

Thanks!

[Krey1500]

I was wondering the same thing cause I was given the factory harness with my truck for it

[wbfn/wykk]

It would be GREAT if you could buy the in-dash switch and the wiring/plug would already be in the dash. I would never be that lucky.....

[duquephart]

Wouldn't you need a new faceplate as well?

[x219c]

I'm pretty sure this has been explored in the past. It requires flashing the truck, and I thought the eventual conclusion was that it's not possible.

 

 

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[Krusty]

It sure works nice......... Hauled a little rock today..........

 

 

 

 

[wbfn/wykk]

Yes, the new faceplate is available with the switch. And maybe i should brush up on my "search" skills...

Edited April 5, 2017 by wbfn/wykk

[Donstar]

I was wondering the same thing cause I was given the factory harness with my truck for it

My understanding is that "factory harness" that came with our trucks is for an aftermarket brake controller. Is there anybody reading this who has successfully installed an oem brake controller in a truck that didn't originally come with one?

[Lgetz]

From what others have stated it is not possible to add the JL1 factory trailer brake controller if the truck does not come with it. If you want a quality brake controller get a Tekonsha P3 and put it in the pocket where OE one goes. Here is a picture

http://www.gm-trucks.com/forums/uploads/monthly_12_2015/post-127843-0-77143200-1448998330.jpg

Edited April 5, 2017 by Lgetz

[AllTerrainX]

From what others have stated it is not possible to add the JL1 factory trailer brake controller if the truck does not come with it. If you want a quality brake controller get a Tekonsha P3 and put it in the pocket where OE one goes. Here is a picture

http://www.gm-trucks.com/forums/uploads/monthly_12_2015/post-127843-0-77143200-1448998330.jpg

I don't know about you, but the placement of that brake controller is just hideous and sticks way out. Under the dash would be a better spot.

[O_J_Simpson]

Is it possible to add the factory integrated brake controller to a 2017 Silverado LTZ?

Thanks!

Yes it is. You will need a donor truck for all the parts and reprogram the BCM.

[BigBadSierra]

The dealer will not reprogram the BCM to support it. GM will not allow them access to the area they need to do it in.

 

You need to add an external one.

 

This has been discussed over and over and no one has pulled it off that I have seen.

[Lgetz]

I don't know about you, but the placement of that brake controller is just hideous and sticks way out. Under the dash would be a better spot.

May work for some but longer legged people might bang their knees with it. If I did more towing buying a truck with JL1 option is a no brainer. Right now it is a non issue.

[Krusty]

May work for some but longer legged people might bang their knees with it. ...........

 

 

X 2 - Banged my knees on a Prodigy for 10 years in my 2007.5 .......... Never again would I own a rig without a built in controller were it is up in a safer place for use. Same for back up camera..... makes hooking up sooooo much easier..........

 

 

 

 

Edited April 5, 2017 by Krusty

[O_J_Simpson]

The dealer will not reprogram the BCM to support it. GM will not allow them access to the area they need to do it in.

 

You need to add an external one.

 

This has been discussed over and over and no one has pulled it off that I have seen.

Pleany of people will hack the BCM for you. Sure it voids the truck warranty but it is all about what the Op wants.