Lippert Components Sway Command Install Manual

Rev: 09.17.2015
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Sway Command™ OEM Install Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction 2
Causes of Sway 2
Preparation 3
Tools and Hardware Required 3
Installation 3
Sway Command™ Controller Mounting 3
Components Required 3
Sway Command Wiring 4
Sway Command™ Light Pod Mounting 5
Sway Command™ Compatible Tow Vehicle Brake Controllers 6
Prior to Operation 6
Sway Command™ Controller Operation 7
Light Codes and Troubleshooting 7
Introduction
The Sway Command™ Tow Control system is a self-contained trailer stability control module that detects
undesirable trailer movement from external sensors and mitigates it by adaptively applying a variable
braking voltage to the left and right trailer electric brakes. This system is currently only for use on travel
trailers.
The Sway Command™ Tow Control system uses sensors to detect excessive trailer sway. The system
activates automatically and applies voltage proportional to the amount of sway detected to the electric
trailer brakes. This dampens the sway and slows the trailer down. When excessive sway is detected, the
light pod will blink red and the tow vehicle operator will feel the trailer brakes activate until the sway is
dampened.
Causes of Sway
A. When there is too much weight behind the trailers axles causing the tongue weight to be less than
10% of the trailer's weight, it has a natural tendency to sway.
B. Incorrect tire inflation.
C. Improper weight distribution hitch adjustments.
D. Crosswinds.
E. A transfer truck passing from the rear of the trailer.
F. Descending inclines.
G. Towing speeds.
H. Tow vehicle not properly matched for the trailer.
I. Improper loading, overloading and poor weight distribution on the trailer.

Lippert Components Sway Command Specifications

General

Brand	Lippert Components
Model	Sway Command
Category	Control Systems
Language	English