Tekonsha® - 12V Insulated Battery Switch

2 reviews|Item # 4830734858
Universal Fit
Fitment notes:
  • Not Vehicle Specific
Notes:
  • 80 Amps Continuous and 160 Amps Intermittent.
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Features

  • Applies trailer brakes if the trailer comes unhitched
  • For use on 1, 2 or 3 axle trailers equipped with electric brakes
  • Weather/corrosion resistant, heavy-duty polymer case to protect battery and charger
  • Quick and easy to install
  • Breakaway switch w/ lanyard
  • 5 Amp/hr. battery
  • Battery box
  • 1 year limited warranty
  • Note: Make sure battery is fully charged before towing

Product Details

Universal 12V Insulated Battery Switch by Tekonsha®.

Installation

The law requires a breakaway system if your trailer has electric brakes. Simply, this means that if your trailer coupler separates from the ball, a lanyard attached to the tow vehicle will pull a pin out of a switch. This connects a small battery directly to the trailer brakes. This way, your errant trailer won't continue down the road until it smashes into something, but simply brake smoothly to a halt.

This breakaway system is a vital safety system and should receive regular maintenance, including charging the small battery. Experts recommend replacing the entire breakaway system, battery, switch and wiring regularly every 3-5 years. The simplest place to mount the battery box is on the tongue of the trailer, but where isn't as important as long as it works. You'll need to make electrical connections to the brake circuit, a chassis ground and to the trailer 12V feed for a charger, if you install one.

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5 of 5
Breakaway System
I installed this on my camper and wired it to apply my electric brakes from the trailer battery. The mounting bracket was easy to use and it has a nice long woven cable to attach to the tow vehicle. I'm happy with the quality and the price.
Tekonsha® 2005-B120 - Replacement Breakaway Switch for 1 to 3 Axle Trailers
Posted by Tahnee (Orlando, FL) / July 25, 20121999 Mitsubishi Pajero
5 of 5
Breakaway Switch
This unit was just like one it came with when we bought it new in 2001. Easy to hook up and works fine, didnt have to drive all over town to get one.
Tekonsha® 2005-P - Replacement Breakaway Switch for 1 to 3 Axle Trailers
Posted by Alen (Racine, WI) / October 29, 20122001 Chrysler Town and Country