Tekonsha 3023-P Plug-In Brake Control Wiring Adapter
Tekonsha 3023-P Plug-In Brake Control Wiring Adapter — Product description
If you're wiring in a Tekonsha brake controller and don't want to cut into your truck's factory harness, the Tekonsha 3023-P plug-in adapter does the connecting for you. It's a 2-plug harness that ties any Tekonsha brake control into the vehicle's factory brake-control connector. No separate adapter harness, no spliced wires.
Towing a boat trailer with electric brakes means you need a brake controller mounted at the dash. The Tekonsha 3023-P is the wiring piece that gets that controller talking to your truck without any splicing. It's a plug-in adapter. You plug one end into the vehicle's factory brake-control connector and wire the other end to your Tekonsha brake control. That's it.
Installation is about as simple as brake-controller wiring gets. Find the factory brake-control connector, usually tucked up under the driver's-side dash, and snap the vehicle-side plug into it. Then connect your Tekonsha controller's leads to the harness following the controller's own instructions. No test light hunting, no scotch-locks, no guessing which wire is which. That last part is what saves you, because miswiring a brake controller is one of those mistakes you don't catch until you're already loaded and rolling.
What makes this one easy is right there in the name. It doesn't require a separate adapter harness. A lot of installs need two pieces, a vehicle-specific plug and then an adapter that matches your controller. This is a single 2-plug harness that handles both jobs. Fewer connections means fewer things to work loose down the road, and less time spent upside down under the dash.
It works with all Tekonsha trailer brake systems, so whether you're running a proportional controller or a time-based unit, the connector matches. The distributor data lists this one for RAM trucks (2013), so confirm your truck has the factory brake-control provision before you order. If it's set up for it, this turns a wiring headache into a quick plug-and-go.
Why does that matter for boaters? Because a properly wired brake controller is what keeps your rig settled on a wet launch ramp or a long grade down to the water. When the trailer brakes engage smoothly with the truck, you stop shorter and the trailer doesn't shove you around. Get the wiring right once and you stop thinking about it.
It ships in clamshell retail packaging. Simple part, one job, done cleanly.
Key Features
- Plug-in 2-plug design connects directly to the vehicle's factory brake-control connector, so there's no splicing into the truck harness
- Does not require a separate adapter harness, one part handles the whole connection
- Compatible with all Tekonsha trailer brake control systems, proportional or time-based
- Referenced by the distributor for RAM trucks (2013) that carry the factory brake-control provision
- Clamshell retail packaging protects the connector and pins until install
- Turns a typical brake-controller wiring job into a quick plug-in
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Technical specifications
| Title | Tekonsha 3023-P Plug-In Brake Control Wiring Adapter |
|---|---|
| Brand | Tekonsha |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 3023-P |
| UPC | 016118122091 |
| Connector Type | Plug-In, 2 Plug |
| Adapter Harness Required | No |
| Compatibility | All Tekonsha trailer brake control systems |
| Vehicle Reference | RAM (2013) |
| Packaging | Clamshell |
Frequently asked questions
What does the Tekonsha 3023-P actually do?
It's a plug-in wiring adapter. It connects your Tekonsha brake controller to the truck's factory brake-control connector so you don't have to splice into the vehicle's wiring. Plug one side into the truck, wire the other side to the controller.
How do I hook up a brake controller with this harness?
Plug the vehicle-side connector into your truck's factory brake-control port, usually located under the driver's-side dash, then connect the controller leads to the harness. Because it's plug-in, there's no wire cutting or splicing. Follow your controller's instructions for mounting and setting sensitivity.
Does this work with any Tekonsha brake controller?
Yes. It's built for use with all Tekonsha trailer brake control systems, so it matches whether you're running a proportional or a time-based Tekonsha unit.
Do I still need a separate adapter harness?
No. That's the point of this part. It does not require a separate adapter harness, since the 2-plug design handles the full connection on its own.
Where is the truck's brake-control connector?
On trucks with the factory brake-control provision it's typically tucked up under the driver's-side dash. Location varies, so check your owner's manual. The distributor lists this harness for RAM (2013).
I already have a 7-pin trailer connector, do I still need this?
A 7-pin connector at the back of the truck carries the brake signal out to the trailer, but you still need a brake controller inside the cab to generate that signal. This harness is what wires that controller in, so if you're adding a controller you need a way to connect it, and that's this part.
