Chevy Silverado | Service Trailer Brake System

Why Does My Chevy Silverado Show the Service Trailer Brake System Message?

July 21, 2024

Warning messages about your Service Trailer Brake System typically indicate there is an issue with either your car’s integrated trailer brake control module or wiring. While driving can still continue without any troubleshooting needed, trailer connections should not be made until all issues have been rectified. Before anything else, disconnect the brake controller fuse from your truck’s power distribution center …

How to Reset a 2020 Silverado Service Trailer Brake System Message

July 19, 2024

If your Silverado features the integrated trailer brake controller (ITBC) and is showing service trailer brake system error messages, resetting them yourself can save a considerable amount of money as dealers typically charge much higher fees. When there is an open circuit or high resistance in Circuit 47/Trailer Brake Output Circuit during ignition cycles, the ITBC will display either “CHECK …

Repairing the Service Trailer Brake System on Your 2018 Silverado

July 18, 2024

When your dashboard displays “Service Trailer Brake System,” this could indicate a problem with your trailer braking system – however, most likely you can resolve this yourself! Resetting isn’t difficult and only requires a few tools – learn more now! Brake Master Cylinder Trailer brakes are controlled by a master cylinder which uses momentum from your truck to decelerate and …

How to Reset the Service Trailer Brake System on a 2018 Chevy Silverado

July 16, 2024

If your truck’s dashboard displays the warning “Service Trailer Brake System,” this could indicate either an electrical disconnect or malfunction in its control module. You can reset this system using either an adjustable wrench or flathead screwdriver. No matter the cause of a warning light, never ignore it as this could lead to an unexpected and fatal accident. Brake Controller …

How to Fix a Service Trailer Brake System Message on Your 2015 Silverado

July 11, 2024July 11, 2024

When your dash shows a service trailer brake system message, this indicates a problem in either your wiring or module which could potentially become dangerous and lead to deadly consequences. To help you identify where the problem lies, we will give you a checklist. When using each one, try it one at a time before reporting back your findings. Fuse …

How to Reset the Service Trailer Brake System on a 2015 Chevy Silverado

July 11, 2024July 9, 2024

When your dashboard displays the Service Trailer Brake System warning message, it indicates there is a problem with the electrical wiring of your trailer brake controller or module that prevents electricity from flowing freely through it – this could be caused by corrosion in connectors or other sources. This article will demonstrate how to address this problem and get it …