Electronic Break Control Question
We have a 24 ft travel trailer we tow with a F150 5.4 L pickup. We have an electronic break control system that has been adjusted for our trailer weight. My husband reaches down and uses the manual ov...
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YES using the 'manual' control is OK for slowing and controlling trailer.
You will find this statement (or similar) in brake controller manual
"Manual operation is used during initial setup and in situations where a slow reduction in speed is desirable."
As with any brakes....TV/Trailer they should NOT be used excessively when going downgrade (DON'T ride them). Brakes should be applied 'firmly' for short durations to scrub off speed quickly then off the brakes so they have a chance to cool...then repeat
Downshifting should be used to help control speed....not excessive braking
You will find this statement (or similar) in brake controller manual
"Manual operation is used during initial setup and in situations where a slow reduction in speed is desirable."
As with any brakes....TV/Trailer they should NOT be used excessively when going downgrade (DON'T ride them). Brakes should be applied 'firmly' for short durations to scrub off speed quickly then off the brakes so they have a chance to cool...then repeat
Downshifting should be used to help control speed....not excessive braking
