OEM Trailer Brake addition

[Tiki]

Looking to add the Factory Trailer Brake controller to a non-equipped vehicle (Z71 optioned suburban). It looks like this is not available on the Z71 option due to rear shocks being different. I'm browsing around ebay and feel like these two parts are all I need, or am I missing something? Thanks!

Jumper:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/GM-Z82-Glo...ash=item2ce033528f:g:mFgAAOSw9mFbDxYc&vxp=mtr

Controller:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2015-2017-...ash=item2cdbfe57c1:g:xBEAAOSw8sBbqaXF&vxp=mtr

 

[swathdiver]

I can't speak for the wiring but you'll at least need the JL1 module programmed into the computer system.

You'll need access to an advanced scan tool that can program GM modules and a subscription to ACDelcoTDS for $40-57.

 

[Tonyrodz]

I can't speak for the wiring but you'll at least need the JL1 module programmed into the computer system.

You'll need access to an advanced scan tool that can program GM modules and a subscription to ACDelcoTDS for $40-57.

Tech2?

 

[swathdiver]

Tech2?

No, his is newer, he'll need something compatible with the MDI2 and GDS2 software.

 

[Doubeleive]

from what i have read for the nnbs anyway even if you get the oem switch, dash panel and harness it still wont work, takes a whole different vehicle wire harness and has to connect to the transmission and etc.. that information could be wrong it is just what i read after spending a bit of time looking into it.

 

[Tahoe14]

I think this has been discussed some where before, maybe here or the truck forum and I think there was a whole lot more involved than just putting on two parts. I think the end result was an aftermarket controller.

 

[MidnightRider]

My ‘18 Tahoe came with what I assume is a harness for an aftermarket controller in the glove box. Of course it is not hooked to anything in there. Plugs under the dash somewhere.

 

[dbbd1]

I think that you'll still want the jumper, for your aftermarket controller.

 

[Tiki]

OEM or bust! I'll scour the truck forums.

 

[Tiki]

The answer, per interwebz, is no. Adding the OEM trailer brake is not going to happen. Wamp wamp.

 

[swathdiver]

My ‘18 Tahoe came with what I assume is a harness for an aftermarket controller in the glove box. Of course it is not hooked to anything in there. Plugs under the dash somewhere.

The answer, per interwebz, is no. Adding the OEM trailer brake is not going to happen. Wamp wamp.

It's quite involved and even calls for different brake pads. I would say it could be done but at what expense?

 

[Doubeleive]

ya the aftermarket connectors are there on any with a tow package, the 2 power wires are tucked in the engine compartment one is on the drivers side of the fuse box down in between the fender and fuse box, the other taped down on the main harness and connect to the 2 external power studs on the front of the fuse box I hooked mine up and then taped into the power at the trailer connector for some backup led flashers, the rest of the connection is tucked under the dash I think near the steering column. If you download the gm upfitter guide it tells you where everything is.

 

[dmad1]

ya the aftermarket connectors are there on any with a tow package, the 2 power wires are tucked in the engine compartment one is on the drivers side of the fuse box down in between the fender and fuse box, the other taped down on the main harness and connect to the 2 external power studs on the front of the fuse box I hooked mine up and then taped into the power at the trailer connector for some backup led flashers, the rest of the connection is tucked under the dash I think near the steering column. If you download the gm upfitter guide it tells you where everything is.

Where do I get the "gm upfitter guide" ?

 

[Doubeleive]

GOOGLE is your friend
https://www.gmupfitter.com/pdflists/view/35

 

[SSpinball]

No. you need everything, lots hardware and software,
including harness, master cylinder, and booster.
not economically doable.