Hayes ENERGIZE XPC 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 XPC Specifications

General

Brand	Hayes
Model	ENERGIZE XPC
Category	Automobile Accessories
Language	English

Summary

INSTALLATION MANUAL

Introduction and Safety

Essential safety, operating instructions, and warnings for installation.

Mounting and Bracket Attachment

Guidance on acceptable mounting angles, direction, and bracket installation.

Installation Steps and Wiring

Procedures for physically installing the unit and initial wiring considerations.

Wiring Instructions and Special Conditions

Detailed wire functions, connections, and specific vehicle wiring scenarios.

Appendix

OEM TOW VEHICLE WIRING CONVERSION

Provides wiring color conversions for various OEM tow vehicles.

OPERATION MANUAL

Introduction and Safety

Essential safety, operating instructions, and warnings for operation.

Automatic Operation and Gain Adjustment

How automatic mode works and how to adjust the gain wheel.

Pendulum Adjustment and Manual Controls

Steps to adjust the pendulum and use manual slide lever/remote.

Performance Tuning and Troubleshooting

Road testing, performance adjustments, and common troubleshooting steps.

Specific Braking Scenarios and Issues

Behavior on hills, with hazard lights, and further troubleshooting.