Resetting Breakaway Switch on Trailer to Allow Brakes to Release
Question:
the pin got pulled out of the switch and the wheels are locked so how do you unlock the wheels and reset the switch?
asked by: Ron D
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Expert Reply:
Pushing the pin back into the breakaway switch should allow the brakes of the trailer to release. You may have to back the trailer up slightly to get the brakes to release.
If you have tried that and are still having problems you may need to replace the switch with something like the part # 3802348.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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Replacement Breakaway Switch for Bright Way Trailer Breakaway Kits
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Tekonsha Trailer Breakaway Kit with 5 Ah Battery and Clamp On Case - Top Load
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Vince D.
5/8/2024
The pin pulled out of the switch. Do I need to have 12V power on to re insert pin? Am unable to insert pin...do I need power or need to back up trailer to reset?