How does a Draw-Tite Activator work?
How does a Draw-Tite Activator work?
The Draw-Tite Activator # 5504 is a time-delayed controller. You use the output control to set how much power the brake controller puts out. It does not matter how hard you push the brakes on the truck, it will always send the amount of power to the trailer brakes that you set it to put out.
What does OL mean on a Draw-Tite brake controller?
If the display on your Draw-Tite Activator Brake Controller, part # 5504, shows the letters OL,or Overload Code, that is an indication that there is a short in the Blue wire circuit. The Blue wire supplies power from the controller back to the trailer connector and to the brakes.
What is Drawtite activator?
Product Description. Draw-Tite Activator Electronic Brake Control for 1 to 2 Axle Trailers, Timed Actuated. Features include an overload output indicator and digital output indicator with front display that allows viewing at almost any angle.
What is a solid state brake controller?
Timed Brake Controllers With a Timed (sometimes referred to as Time Delayed (or solid state)) brake controller, when you step on the vehicle brakes, a predetermined amount of braking power is sent to the trailer and then there is a delay as the unit ramps up to full braking power.
What is a brake control harness?
A standard brake control wiring harness provides an easy way to install a brake controller into a factory under-dash connector. This brake control harness has been designed to offer simple plug-in installation of your vehicle to the REESE Towpower brake control.
Why is my brake controller flashing?
A few causes for this message to appear can be that the trailer is simply not connected to the tow vehicle or the trailer connector is corroded, preventing a secure connection. I recommend checking the trailer connector for any dirt or corrosion to see if this might be the issue.
What does trailer brake overload mean?
The OL or overload error code indicates a short in the brake output circuit. As a first step, you will want to see if the problem exists with the wiring on the trailer or on the vehicle. Due to its intermittent nature, I’m suspecting a loose connection or a worn wire in the brake controller’s output circuit.
Who makes Draw-Tite hitches?
Draw-Tite is owned by parent company Horizon Global; their hitches are manufactured in Mexico.
How do you install a trailer 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.