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Tekonsha P3 User Manual

Tekonsha P3
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P/N 5881 REV A 12/06
P3
Electronic Brake Control
For 2, 4, 6 and 8 brake applications
READ THIS FIRST:
Read and follow all instructions carefully before
installing or operating the P3. Keep these
instructions with the Brake Control for future
reference.
Table of Contents
Installation Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3
Mounting P3, Automatic Leveling of Sensor . 3 - 4
Set Brake Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Adjusting the Power to the Brakes . . . . . . . . . 5
Setting Boost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 6
Reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Set Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Set Screen Brightness / Color / Contrast . . . . . 8
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Warnings & Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Components of the Brake Control
A. Power Buttons
B. Boost Button
C. Menu/Options Button
D. LCD Display Screen
E. Connector (For Wiring Harness)
F. Mounting Hole (1 per side)
G. Manual Knob
Important Facts to Remember
1. Do not mount or activate RF generating items
(cell phones, two way radios) near (less than 12")
the brake control.
2. The P3 employs an inertial sensor. It senses
deceleration and generates an output that is based
on deceleration, thus the term “Proportional
Braking”.
3. The P3 will “HOLD” your trailer with 25% of
power setting while you are at a standstill with
brake pedal applied for longer than 5 seconds.
4. The P3 will brake proportionally in reverse.
It will apply the appropriate brake voltage based
on deceleration.
5. WARNING The Gross Combined Weight Rating
(GCWR) must never exceed the vehicle manufac-
turers recommendation.
6. CAUTION Boost not intended to be used during
icy road conditions.
7. For Technical Assistance and Warranty
Information call: 1-888-785-5832 or
www.tekonsha.com.
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Tekonsha P3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
DisplayLCD
Boost featureYes
CompatibilityElectric and Electric Over Hydraulic
DiagnosticsYes
Controller CategoryProportional
Voltage12V
Manual OverrideYes
MemoryMultiple setting memory
Boost Settings3
Mounting optionsDash-mounting with snap-in clip

Summary

Installation Guide

Wiring Brake Control

Describes the two options for wiring the P3 brake control.

Display Readings

Explains the LCD display indications after wiring the P3.

Traditional Bracket Mount

Instructions for mounting the P3 using the traditional bracket.

Under Dash Pocket Mount

Instructions for mounting the P3 using the under-dash pocket mount.

Automatic Leveling of the Sensor

Set Brake Type

Adjusting Trailer Brake Power and Boost

Adjusting Power

Sets the initial power level for trailer brakes based on towing conditions.

Boost Setting

Explains boost levels (B1-B3) for aggressive braking and provides selection guidance.

Reverse Feature

Set Language

Set Screen Brightness/Color/Contrast

Troubleshooting

Warnings & Cautions

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