Hayes ENERGIZE III User Manual

Electronic Brake Controller
Hayes Brake Controller Company
ENERGIZE III P/N
# 81741B or ENERGIZE XPC P/N #81745
INSTALLATION MANUAL
ENERGIZE III is for trailers with 2 or 4 electric brakes and vehicles with 12-volt negative ground
systems only.
ENERGIZE XPC is for trailers with 2, 4, or 6 elect
ric brakes and vehicles with 12-volt negative
ground systems only.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• Before beginning ins
tallation, read and become familiar with these instructions.
• Leave in tow vehicle for future reference.
• Improper installation and operation could cause personal injury and/or equipment and
property damage.
SAFETY INFORMATION
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!
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that,
if not avoided, could result in death or serious, personal injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that,
if not avoided, could result in damage to product or property.
TIP: Contains helpful information to facilitate installation.

Hayes ENERGIZE III Specifications

General

Brand	Hayes
Model	ENERGIZE III
Category	Automobile Accessories
Language	English

Summary

Installation Overview and Safety

Read and Save These Instructions

Essential instructions to read and save before starting installation.

Safety Information

Highlights critical warnings and cautions for user safety during operation.

Mounting Angle and Direction

Acceptable Mounting Angles

Details on acceptable mounting angles and the required orientation for the unit.

Controller and Bracket Mounting

Controller and Bracket Mounting

Instructions for attaching the controller to its mounting bracket.

Installation Steps and Warnings

Installation Steps

Sequential steps for physically installing the brake controller unit.

Wiring Instructions and Diagrams

Controller Wiring Instructions

Detailed guidance on connecting the controller wires to the vehicle.

Wiring Diagram

Visual representation of the controller's electrical connections.

Vehicle Specific Wiring

OEM Tow Vehicle Wiring Conversion

Table detailing wiring colors for various vehicle makes and models.

Operation Manual

Automatic Operation

Explanation of how the controller functions automatically during braking.

Gain Wheel Adjustment

Guidance on adjusting the gain wheel for optimal trailer braking response.

Adjusting the Pendulum

Procedure for adjusting the pendulum for proper brake activation.

Manual Operation

How to use the manual slide lever for direct trailer brake control.

Manual Remote Operation

Operation details for the optional manual remote for Energize XPC.

Performance Adjustments and Troubleshooting

Road Test and Performance Adjustments

Steps for testing and fine-tuning the controller's performance.

Braking on Hills

How the controller performs under different hill conditions.

Troubleshooting

Common issues, possible causes, and remedies for controller problems.