I'm having an issue with my 2010 Dodge Ram 3500 4x4 CTD with the integrated brake controller. We just picked up our new Redwood 36RL and it has electric over hydraulic disc brakes. My problem is the IBC gives me a SC code with the new rig plugged in. We traded our old Bighorn that had electric brakes and the IBC worked fine. Does anyone know if there is a setting for electric/hydraulic brakes in the IBC and how do I get it to the setting to change it?

Check with Dodge. I believe you will find that the IBC is not compatible with the trailers system.

Not trying to start anything just an observation. On my 2011 F-250 there is a setting through the DIC to change the IBC to electric/hydraulic. I would think that Dodge would have this same feature just to remain competitive.

Looks like your Integrated Brake Controller might not work with the new 5vers braking system. Found this article on etrailer.comCan 2012 Dodge Ram 3500 Factory Brake Controller be Used w/Electric Over Hydraulic Trailer BrakesQuestion:i just bought a 2012 ram 3500 and my goose neck electric over hydraulic brakes are not working all the lights and turn signals work but not the brakes. the truck came with a built in break controller. i have read some forums and kind of understand why its not working. my question would be is there a way to keep my existing break controller and still be able to use my trailer breaks with out taking away the stock look of my interior?asked by: AndrewExpert Reply:It sounds like the factory controller and the brake actuator you have are not compatible. The factory controller in a 2010 and up Ram is not for use with electric over hydraulic systems. In order to get the brakes working, you will need to install an aftermarket trailer brake controller like the P2, # 90885.In order to use an aftermarket controller you will need to disconnect the ITBM (factory controller) which will cause a warning light on the dash. To disconnect the ITBM, you will need to contact the Dodge Business Center to remove the sales code (XHC). Then a Dodge dealer has to reconfigure the TIPM (totally integrated power module). I have included a link to an FAQ that should help you.Once you have these steps done you can install the brake controller using wiring harness # 3021-P. I have included some links to isntructions that will help with the remainder of the installation.expert reply by: Michael H

As stated, don't believe the Dodge 2010, 11 or 12, (which I owned a 10 and 12), DON'T offer the selection of electric over hydraulic, but the 13 I own Does offer that choice though the EVIC settings for the IBC

wski wrote:Looks like your Integrated Brake Controller might not work with the new 5vers braking system. Found this article on etrailer.comCan 2012 Dodge Ram 3500 Factory Brake Controller be Used w/Electric Over Hydraulic Trailer BrakesQuestion:i just bought a 2012 ram 3500 and my goose neck electric over hydraulic brakes are not working all the lights and turn signals work but not the brakes. the truck came with a built in break controller. i have read some forums and kind of understand why its not working. my question would be is there a way to keep my existing break controller and still be able to use my trailer breaks with out taking away the stock look of my interior?asked by: AndrewExpert Reply:It sounds like the factory controller and the brake actuator you have are not compatible. The factory controller in a 2010 and up Ram is not for use with electric over hydraulic systems. In order to get the brakes working, you will need to install an aftermarket trailer brake controller like the P2, # 90885.In order to use an aftermarket controller you will need to disconnect the ITBM (factory controller) which will cause a warning light on the dash. To disconnect the ITBM, you will need to contact the Dodge Business Center to remove the sales code (XHC). Then a Dodge dealer has to reconfigure the TIPM (totally integrated power module). I have included a link to an FAQ that should help you.Once you have these steps done you can install the brake controller using wiring harness # 3021-P. I have included some links to isntructions that will help with the remainder of the installation.expert reply by: Michael H Not this difficult at all. You can easily override the factory brake controller and not have a CEL. Install a Prodigy controller of your choice. Instead of the Prodigy wiring harness for a Ram truck purchase the Prodigy harness for a New Jeep Grand Cherokee. The plug on the end of this will plug in where your factory plug goes. Now to eliminate the CEL. All you need to do is provide power and a ground to the IBC to make it think it is working. Tap a wire from the hot wire going to the Prodigy and a ground from the ground wire going to the Prodigy and connect them to the old IBC. Done. Everything will work properly. No need to go to a dealer. I can give you the necessary color codes if needed but I have to go look at mine.Not an expert reply from B.O.

Brake Controller Problems on a 2010 Dodge 3500 CTD

18 Replies

sheff69
Explorer
Dec 18, 2013
I believe the problem comes from trying to use the existing wiring harness with the new controller.
I have a 2012 Dodge. It can't handle the electric over hydraulic brakes.
I told the Tech to ignore the Dodge circuitry, put in a new controller and wire it totally separate, including a new in-bed 7 pin trailer socket. The computer doesn't know it is there, so no EVIC errors.

Sheff
Cummins12V98
Explorer III
Dec 14, 2013
I tried changing my controller to a 12 with all the adjustments at the dealer and it would not work. So in went the MaxBrake and it works flawlessly with my electric/hydraulic disk brake system.
Gib3633
Explorer
Dec 14, 2013
I had Disc brakes installed by Mor/yde and have 2011 Chev. On late model Chevs and Dodges there is a separate module required at a cost of $75.00 to make it compatible with IBC. This is not necessary for late model Fords.
Buying the module is cheaper than another brake controller and no Jerry Rigging.The contact info for Mor/yde is on the internet and these people are excellent to talk to and deal with. I would check the brand name of your electric over hydraulic master before calling. Hope this helps you and possibly save you money at the same time.
mike2wheels
Explorer
Dec 05, 2013
If you're going back to the dealer, maybe you could have them wrap a new truck around a new brake controller.
Me_Again
Explorer III
Dec 05, 2013
Aren't some people installing one brake magnet in the trailer parallel to the brake pump/controller to fool the IBC???

Heck, I would hang four there before stepping back in history to a Prodigy controller.

If you could find a MaxBrake controller then the replacement makes. Chris
rthibodaux
Explorer
Dec 05, 2013
I have the same truck and had no problems with my Jayco.
retispcsi
Explorer
Dec 05, 2013
I do not have elec/hyd brakes on my rig just electric. My 2012 Ram IBC has both settings for light/heavy trailer and elec and elec/hyd brakes. I can change those settings by going into the settings link on the control center. The instructions are in my owners manual. I do not know if your 2010 has the same set up. Talk to your Ram dealer first and see if this can be done. If not well then you can change.
2008Wildcat
Explorer
Dec 05, 2013
It's plug and play.

I bypassed my IBC a week after buying the truck and use the Maxbrake controller.

It is a standard Tekonsha wire harness to connect to the Dodge wiring. There will be a trouble message every time you start the truck, but you delete it, and no issues.
NC_Hauler
Explorer
Dec 05, 2013
Don't believe you'll be able to do anything with the IBC on the 2010, (I owned one), to where it'll work with electric over hydraulic...B.O. gave a "fix" that wouldn't be that hard to do or that expensive...I would think replacing the IBC in the 2010 to where you have one similiar in the 13's, (which offer electric over hydraulic) could run into some money, IF it can even be done)..

In fact, if I were going to inquire, I'd rather go to a reputable hitch installer than go to a dealerships service dept. to get this particular problem addressed....the hitch installer/dealer would probably be FAR more capable of dealing with the problem and have access to any harnesses needed....AND would probably be cheaper than anything done at the dealership
golf_bears
Explorer
Dec 05, 2013
Although I do not have a Dodge with IBC I had the same problem with my 2008 Ford IBC. I finally got it resolved by contacting the folks who produced the brake actuator. They had engineered an add on module that allowed the IBC to work properly. It cost $75.

Not sure which brake actuator you have for the RV brake system but find out, then call them. I'm sure they have a work around for you.