I had the same issue on a 2015, thanks for the video. Here's what I went through maybe it will help some of your viewers. First I had bought a new inside brake control switch and it did not fix the issue. I then replaced the controller above the spare (like in your video) and the problem was resolved. ALSO - The red clip is only intended to pull up, not out. It is locked in from pulling up by the grey tab. So theres a couple sequences to go through. With a small screwdriver I gently lifted the grey tab, and at the bottom of the connector there's a little hole push a pin or small nail inside it while lifting the grey tab will help pop the red tab up. Once again just pull it up not out. Once the red pin is up you can now press the grey tab in, which unlocks the locking tab at the bottom of that connector inside that hole. I used a very small screwdriver in the bottom hole to help unlock the grey tab lock and then pulled the connector straight off. The connector tabs and all locks were reusable no zip ties needed. Good luck!
I have a 2018 Denali one ton with diesel. I carry a camper and tow a boat with surge brakes. I have two new issues…..the trailer brake service message with the annoying tone and now a low antifreeze warning. I have watched three hours of videos on the trailer brake warning and I must say that the input of all persons who comment on these videos collectively is much better info than what I have learned from my dealership. My problems are intermittent…..you know how that occurs, you get the warning and pull into the GMC service bay and when they come to look, everything is normal! Watching everyone’s videos, I have learned to suspect the controller, check battery cables and fuses, check the junction plugs above the spare tire, check the trailer cable plug (both male and female plugs) and check the red and white wire that runs under the cab to the rear junctions above the spare tire. That is a lot of very fragile parts on a heavy duty truck! Thank you everyone who has made videos and researched these problems. With your approach to problem solving, you will come up with fixing GM’s problems a long time before they do! For you with the low antifreeze warning, it appears to be in the “second” overflow tank which is located under the primary overflow tank. The bottom tank has a relay that fails and has to be replaced. Good luck everyone.
Jim, following your instructions here, was able to stop the warning indicator. Drive it around for 30 minutes and no warnings. I won’t call it done until I have a week or so without the warning. Thanks for sharing this information. It is appreciated.
I have a 2015 1500 with the same problem and I'm glad u made this vid cause I ran into the same thing with all the vids out there are for the older models.. thanks for making the vid and it sure helped me out..
(2014 Sierra) Thanks for the warning about the red clip but it broke anyway. I think it's almost designed to break when its removed. Just a heads-up. make sure you are wearing some kind of glasses when doing this because there is a ton of dust/dirt behind the module and it will fall into your eyes. I didn't notice that there was a lot if any dirt in the connector but when I pulled the entire module off there was a lot of dust on the back surface. It appears to be thin aluminum (perhaps for heat transfer) that is caked in what seems to be corroded aluminum dust and I'm just guessing the heat is unable to dissipate with all the crud causing the error. Anyway, I didn't take of the other module above the trailer brake module I just removed the trailer brake module and cleaned the dust off. Zipped tied the connector :-) and just drove the truck 200 km and not a single error. Thank you for your tutorial, it has no doubt saved me a ton of headaches and a lot of money.
i searched everywhere to find a video on how to remove the module plug without breaking locking tab. i noticed most don't show that part or they do show it and clearly break the tab and pretend it didn't happen.. mine broke. used zip ties like you. thanks for video
I forgot to add, I didn’t break the red tab thingy. Just put a flat screwdriver against it and popped the heel of the screwdriver with the palm of my hand and it raised up. Went back into place once I had cleaned everything up. I realize I was probably just lucky but I’ll take it. Thanks for the video. It was very helpful.
It seems to work. One day without the warning. I did add some dielectric grease and replaced/re-taped the wires going to the connector. I also used some "Liquid" electrical tape where the wires go into the connector. Maybe this will help from "crap getting in there. Oh Yea, I left the connector lock in-tacked. THANKS
I'm glad I came across your video. When I have the time, I'll have to get up under my truck and try this. I've had that annoying beeping for quite some time in 14/1500 crewcab. Seems to beep more frequently on the hotter days.
This how not to brake the plug. The red clip is only intended to pull up, not out. It is locked in from pulling up by the grey tab. So theres a couple sequences to go through. With a small screwdriver I gently lifted the grey tab, and at the bottom of the connector there's a little hole push a pin or small nail inside it while lifting the grey tab will help pop the red tab up. Once again just pull it up not out. Once the red pin is up you can now press the grey tab in, which unlocks the locking tab at the bottom of that connector inside that hole. I used a very small screwdriver in the bottom hole to help unlock the grey tab lock and then pulled the connector straight off. The connector tabs and all locks were reusable no zip ties needed.
I was having this same issue on my 14 Sierra All Terrain. I was getting spammed with the message repeatedly non-stop, but 95% of my trips it wouldn't happen at all. I'm under my truck and just has a bunch of dirt fall on my face when I pulled the plug. I'll go ahead and say this was my problem! Thank you!!!
@@PabLo-jy7dp I just bought my sierra 1500 z71 slt a couple months back, and the first thing I noticed when test driving was the passenger side air got a lot cooler than the drivers. Took it in for inspection at the dealership and everything was fine and it started working properly. 🤷♀️ Now I'm having this stupid message pop up. On my day off I'll pull the tool box out, put my riding goggles on, and clean that sucker with soap and water then put some waterproof/weatherproof tape to help seal it off so no more dirt/mud can get in it.
Have a 2014 Silverado. Last year I was receiving this error message when driving uphill/downhill. I topped off the brake fluid to resolve. Started to receive the message again this year, but seemed to be more affected by warmer temperatures. I used the shop vac to clean the fine dust that was collected in the brake control module as shown in the video. It's been about a month and have not seen a re-occurrence of the error message.
Thanks for the video, just wanted to confirm that you are getting the very annoying warning with or without a trailer connected. I am having it happen when my trailer is connected. I am going to give your fix a try, I'll just get some zap straps before I start ;)
Having the same, problem with my 2015, will try, thanks for posting, will let you guys know if it works for me. I read a lot this on a forum but can't find the post anymore. Thank you. 👍👍🏁🏁
My Sierra would do the same thing.. the easiest and fastest fix is just to change the controller ( brake adjuster ) next to the steering wheel. Order it online for around 50.00 usd and took me 5 minutes to install it.. haven’t heard that annoying noise in about a year
2015 z71 - Just started having this issue today as well. Thanks for video. Side note, anyone else have a hard shifting problem with their transmission too?
Fred Vincent yes dealer said it was normal something to do with electronic transmission but the dealer also couldn’t find this problem service trailer breaking system on my 2015
Find the facebook group for these trucks....hard shifting is a common complaint. I'm headed to fix my truck after work. Annoying binging started as I pulled into work this morning.
Yes. I notice it when it's cold. There is a currant lawsuit against GM for there transmissions as well which effects the the 2015 Silverado. Which I drive is a 2015 LT Z71. I only have 27,326 miles today
Good job Jim. I had the same year and model as you and I ran into the same issue. Mine didn't look anything like the other videos out there. I owe you a cold one! I'm gonna try to not bust that connector.
Thank you for this video. I had mine for a year and that started popping up with that trailer brake warning . I did the same thing and it fixed it. There was alot of dirt up there when I was taking it down. Mine does have a sticker on both of mine that has numbers on it.
Thank you so much for this tip! I got a 2015 dually that's having the same problem. I'm going to check out your suggestion which will hopefully solve the problem. Appreciate your help.
My 2015 Silverado recently had the same problem. I unplugged all the connectors on the control module above the spare and the trailer connector in the bumper, cleaned them and replugged them with dielectric grease. Problem solved.
I tried several things on my 2014 Silverado. I fixed it by spraying electrical contact cleaner in the slot where the brake activator slides. I did this while sliding the activator back and forth. I could feel the sliding action smooth out and it stopped my alarm!!
You: "It has the most annoying chime" Me: Currently sitting in my truck knowing that if I plunged it off a bridge I would probably still hear the chime when it sank to the bottom 😂
This happens very often with my 2014 Sierra. Almost seems like the temperature affects it. When the seasons from summer to fall the cooler weather seems to agitate and then it goes off every 30 seconds
Jackpo25 Definitely affected by temp. Mine never does it when above 60. Soon as it drops below that, it goes nuts. I tried cleaning it and it helped for a while, but the problem returned. I suspect a bad circuit board solder point, which probably contracts when cooled and causes an intermittent connection. Probably have to replace the module.
I took the first one of those controllers off the other day to clean. But I couldn't get the top (underneath) one off after that. I am assuming the red clip is the same, but it's up and behind the plug port. Any suggestions? I can't see the clip. I think I can feel it, but can't get it off.
the red clip does not come off it just slide up n down to take off slide up then push black tab down to unplug to put back on push down i work as a autobody/mechanic
I just fixed my 2011 Silverado 2500 HD Diesel and the part (trailer brake control module) was found above the spare tire and mine had 10mm hex head- I think it has been replaced before
I've had that message show up on mine, but I've ignored it. It hasn't shown up in a while. Yesterday plugged up an empty trailer for the first time and not all the lights on the trailer worked and am not sure if the brake worked. Being an empty trailer I wasn't too concerned with the brakes yet. Connected to a truck known to work properly and trailer is good. Have you connected to a trailer to check that this fix actually fixed the problem and not just clear the message?
I have a 2015.5 GMC Sierra 2500 Duramax with the integrated trailer brake controller and my truck only had the one smaller device on the top side of that plate. I disconnected that connector and it was clean, but I blew it out with compressed air and added dielectric grease in hopes that it will solve my same problem. I also disconnected the larger one and cleaned and lubed it the same. I'll let you know if it solved my problem! Thanks for sharing your video!
No, this did NOT solve my problem. I did recently clean the receptacle for the trailer plug on my bumper/receiver and have not had the error pop up since. I cleaned it out with contact cleaner and then dried it with compressed air. I will report back to see if that solved it for me.
Eric do you have an update? I have the same truck you do and just started getting the messages without a trailer hooked up. hauling this weekend so want to address asap. I had dealer add a trailer plug in bed so that should be covered but the one on the bumper wouldn't
The first box (the big one) you dont know what is. Thats a data processor that records your data that the truck is processing it works like the little black box on an airplane
I got a 2016 Silverado crew , just started after hooking up a small trailer , I'm going to try to disconnect the battery for a few minutes in hope it resets , long shot but I got my finger cross.
Thanks for the video. I'm going to attempt it this weekend. I've been dealing with this goddamn message for about 2 years and just hit "decline" every time. I'd be more worried if I had pulled something.
Bought my '14 dual cab in 2016 at 19k, and it was at 18 mpg. I don't drive it a whole lot, but have managed to get it up to 18.6. I drive it like an old lady. I, too, would love to know how this big truck can get up to 23, which my '91 Nissan 2wd hard body had over its entire 26 year life with me.
Bad on GM/Chevy to design a system that is so vulnerable to a little dirt getting in the works. I will go out and give this solution a try on my truck. Has anyone taken the additional step of trying to protect the plug-unit connection from further grime intrusion? Would heat shrink tubing be a good idea? Does it come in a large enough diameter to fit over both the side of the module and the plug?
Ok, went ahead and did the fix. The modules snap together with the data cable, and the snaps are held together with this little infernal red toothpickish thing. It has to be lifted carefully with a little pin or something (other than one's fat fingers), before the snap connection will release. Push it too hard, and it snaps right in half. Ah well. Got the units back together, started up the truck, and continued to get the warning bells and the problem message. Don't be discouraged! After driving on for a bit, all the annoyance stopped. I hope it does not come back. Thank you to the OP.
Great video. It is the single most annoying sound in the world. Question if I tow .0001% of the time could I not just pull the fuse on the towing package and enjoy sweet silence for the 99.999% of the time I drive the truck?
Yes, actually it was a busted wire that connected to the front wheel speed sensor. Since I have a 5” lift, the wires were extended a little too far when I hit a big bump
Nice job with the video and protecting your privacy by covering your plate. Don’t know why more people aren’t concerned about posting their license plate number online.
See I feel the opposite, I find covering your license plate to be of absolute no use and everyone just does it because they see other people doing it , kind of like with the mask wearing now , your license plate is literally public info already, it’s literally on your vehicle as you drive around for everyone to see lol, give me one good reason that’s not completely retarded for doing this , and I’ll admit I am wrong …..
@@jeremysmith2021 with cancel culture on the rise, and online identities known by whack jobs, I wouldn’t show my plate online. I’ve literally had death threats from lunatics on Facebook. As someone who speaks out fervently against Democrats, I take my opsec seriously. Any personal identification online is something I avoid and recommend against. That’s just me, not everyone is drawing the kind of hatred from the left that I do though😂
The point I’m trying to make tho is your license plate isn’t personal info, it’s public, that’s why it is on your vehicle as you drive around for the world to see lol
I replaced mine as well. Noticed it didn't fix it. Shit fell out both plug, and the device. I'm guessing I didn't get it cleaned out well enough out of the plug itself.
the correct way would be to say "that's what I did" not "that's what I done" lol just sounds hilarious but I guess that's what they done in the south lol
what's really sad is GM is aware of this safety-critical defect, and yet over the last 10 years it still hasn't been remedied. if you guys have spare time, please file a complaint www.nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem and maybe we can get a recall so they have to reimburse us for these repairs
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I had the same issue on a 2015, thanks for the video. Here's what I went through maybe it will help some of your viewers. First I had bought a new inside brake control switch and it did not fix the issue. I then replaced the controller above the spare (like in your video) and the problem was resolved. ALSO - The red clip is only intended to pull up, not out. It is locked in from pulling up by the grey tab. So theres a couple sequences to go through. With a small screwdriver I gently lifted the grey tab, and at the bottom of the connector there's a little hole push a pin or small nail inside it while lifting the grey tab will help pop the red tab up. Once again just pull it up not out. Once the red pin is up you can now press the grey tab in, which unlocks the locking tab at the bottom of that connector inside that hole. I used a very small screwdriver in the bottom hole to help unlock the grey tab lock and then pulled the connector straight off. The connector tabs and all locks were reusable no zip ties needed. Good luck!
tried your way. but couldn't figure it out with your description. wish i could find a close up video but thanks anyway.
I have a 2018 Denali one ton with diesel. I carry a camper and tow a boat with surge brakes. I have two new issues…..the trailer brake service message with the annoying tone and now a low antifreeze warning. I have watched three hours of videos on the trailer brake warning and I must say that the input of all persons who comment on these videos collectively is much better info than what I have learned from my dealership. My problems are intermittent…..you know how that occurs, you get the warning and pull into the GMC service bay and when they come to look, everything is normal! Watching everyone’s videos, I have learned to suspect the controller, check battery cables and fuses, check the junction plugs above the spare tire, check the trailer cable plug (both male and female plugs) and check the red and white wire that runs under the cab to the rear junctions above the spare tire. That is a lot of very fragile parts on a heavy duty truck!
Thank you everyone who has made videos and researched these problems. With your approach to problem solving, you will come up with fixing GM’s problems a long time before they do!
For you with the low antifreeze warning, it appears to be in the “second” overflow tank which is located under the primary overflow tank. The bottom tank has a relay that fails and has to be replaced. Good luck everyone.
Jim, following your instructions here, was able to stop the warning indicator. Drive it around for 30 minutes and no warnings. I won’t call it done until I have a week or so without the warning. Thanks for sharing this information. It is appreciated.
I have a 2015 1500 with the same problem and I'm glad u made this vid cause I ran into the same thing with all the vids out there are for the older models.. thanks for making the vid and it sure helped me out..
hey Jerry did this method work? Wondering because my 15 Sierra is giving me the same problem, however it's really intermittent.
@@traviswilson1202 what was your solution?
I had this error message and it was THE BATTERY. If you get this message AND your vehicle is hard to start, check the battery! 😊
(2014 Sierra) Thanks for the warning about the red clip but it broke anyway. I think it's almost designed to break when its removed. Just a heads-up. make sure you are wearing some kind of glasses when doing this because there is a ton of dust/dirt behind the module and it will fall into your eyes. I didn't notice that there was a lot if any dirt in the connector but when I pulled the entire module off there was a lot of dust on the back surface. It appears to be thin aluminum (perhaps for heat transfer) that is caked in what seems to be corroded aluminum dust and I'm just guessing the heat is unable to dissipate with all the crud causing the error.
Anyway, I didn't take of the other module above the trailer brake module I just removed the trailer brake module and cleaned the dust off. Zipped tied the connector :-) and just drove the truck 200 km and not a single error.
Thank you for your tutorial, it has no doubt saved me a ton of headaches and a lot of money.
i searched everywhere to find a video on how to remove the module plug without breaking locking tab. i noticed most don't show that part or they do show it and clearly break the tab and pretend it didn't happen.. mine broke. used zip ties like you. thanks for video
I forgot to add, I didn’t break the red tab thingy. Just put a flat screwdriver against it and popped the heel of the screwdriver with the palm of my hand and it raised up. Went back into place once I had cleaned everything up. I realize I was probably just lucky but I’ll take it. Thanks for the video. It was very helpful.
It seems to work. One day without the warning. I did add some dielectric grease and replaced/re-taped the wires going to the connector. I also used some "Liquid" electrical tape where the wires go into the connector. Maybe this will help from "crap getting in there. Oh Yea, I left the connector lock in-tacked. THANKS
I'm glad I came across your video. When I have the time, I'll have to get up under my truck and try this. I've had that annoying beeping for quite some time in 14/1500 crewcab. Seems to beep more frequently on the hotter days.
I’m so glad I found this video. Been having the same issue with my 2014 Silverado. Hoping this will fix it for good! 👍🏻
This how not to brake the plug. The red clip is only intended to pull up, not out. It is locked in from pulling up by the grey tab. So theres a couple sequences to go through. With a small screwdriver I gently lifted the grey tab, and at the bottom of the connector there's a little hole push a pin or small nail inside it while lifting the grey tab will help pop the red tab up. Once again just pull it up not out. Once the red pin is up you can now press the grey tab in, which unlocks the locking tab at the bottom of that connector inside that hole. I used a very small screwdriver in the bottom hole to help unlock the grey tab lock and then pulled the connector straight off. The connector tabs and all locks were reusable no zip ties needed.
I was having this same issue on my 14 Sierra All Terrain. I was getting spammed with the message repeatedly non-stop, but 95% of my trips it wouldn't happen at all. I'm under my truck and just has a bunch of dirt fall on my face when I pulled the plug. I'll go ahead and say this was my problem! Thank you!!!
Adam Mortenson Hey Adam have you had any trouble with your AC not cooling or your dual system being out of whack?
@@PabLo-jy7dp I just bought my sierra 1500 z71 slt a couple months back, and the first thing I noticed when test driving was the passenger side air got a lot cooler than the drivers. Took it in for inspection at the dealership and everything was fine and it started working properly. 🤷♀️ Now I'm having this stupid message pop up. On my day off I'll pull the tool box out, put my riding goggles on, and clean that sucker with soap and water then put some waterproof/weatherproof tape to help seal it off so no more dirt/mud can get in it.
lucky to find this video on the first click. This is exactly my issue, thank you for taking the time to post.
Have a 2014 Silverado. Last year I was receiving this error message when driving uphill/downhill. I topped off the brake fluid to resolve.
Started to receive the message again this year, but seemed to be more affected by warmer temperatures. I used the shop vac to clean the fine dust that was collected in the brake control module as shown in the video. It's been about a month and have not seen a re-occurrence of the error message.
Same problem, only when hot outside
Same also only at hot weather specially when i park my car without any shade
Thanks for the video, just wanted to confirm that you are getting the very annoying warning with or without a trailer connected. I am having it happen when my trailer is connected. I am going to give your fix a try, I'll just get some zap straps before I start ;)
Thanks.. I have 42,000 miles on my 2014 Z-92 and the trailer brake warning is driving me insane!
Thanks for the update! I have to have the same problem and will ask the dealership to repair this!
Have a 2014 high country that is doing the same thing. Thanks for the vid...and you're right about that tone going off ....absolutely annoying !!
Just did this to my 2015 sierra, Just blew out the bottom one and it worked. Thanks
Having the same, problem with my 2015, will try, thanks for posting, will let you guys know if it works for me. I read a lot this on a forum but can't find the post anymore. Thank you. 👍👍🏁🏁
Any luck?
My Sierra would do the same thing.. the easiest and fastest fix is just to change the controller ( brake adjuster ) next to the steering wheel. Order it online for around 50.00 usd and took me 5 minutes to install it.. haven’t heard that annoying noise in about a year
2015 z71 - Just started having this issue today as well. Thanks for video.
Side note, anyone else have a hard shifting problem with their transmission too?
Fred Vincent yes dealer said it was normal something to do with electronic transmission but the dealer also couldn’t find this problem service trailer breaking system on my 2015
Find the facebook group for these trucks....hard shifting is a common complaint. I'm headed to fix my truck after work. Annoying binging started as I pulled into work this morning.
Yes. I notice it when it's cold. There is a currant lawsuit against GM for there transmissions as well which effects the the 2015 Silverado. Which I drive is a 2015 LT Z71. I only have 27,326 miles today
@@robertmarlinghaus Yep, I have the same thing (hard shifts & My darn brake controller is not working) on my 2015 LT Z71.
Any solutions?
Great video and a fix for a common problem. Thanks for taking the time to post this.
Good job Jim. I had the same year and model as you and I ran into the same issue. Mine didn't look anything like the other videos out there. I owe you a cold one! I'm gonna try to not bust that connector.
Thank you for this video. I had mine for a year and that started popping up with that trailer brake warning . I did the same thing and it fixed it. There was alot of dirt up there when I was taking it down. Mine does have a sticker on both of mine that has numbers on it.
This fixed my problem too, thanks for sharing.
Did this come back on for you?
Thank you so much for this tip! I got a 2015 dually that's having the same problem. I'm going to check out your suggestion which will hopefully solve the problem. Appreciate your help.
Lots of videos say the issue is with the controller on the dashboard....how can I determine which is the real issue?
Thanks for the help that thing was driving me crazy!
Thanks man I appreciate the video there but mine doesn't ding there it just comes on the screen
Same truck same problem, thanks for the post
Thank you man. REALLY great vid & super helpful including for me w 2011 Avalanche. It’s different but still great info.
My 2015 Silverado recently had the same problem. I unplugged all the connectors on the control module above the spare and the trailer connector in the bumper, cleaned them and replugged them with dielectric grease. Problem solved.
When driving road speed out of nowhere it makes a grinding noise. Sounds like driving over rumble strips. Any help would help.
I tried several things on my 2014 Silverado. I fixed it by spraying electrical contact cleaner in the slot where the brake activator slides. I did this while sliding the activator back and forth. I could feel the sliding action smooth out and it stopped my alarm!!
14 gmc same issue driving me crazy!! I’ll try this
I have the same thing going on same year and model. Did it work for you?
My 2015 just started doing this too! Ugh
@ Chris Patterson, did this solve the problem?
I’m glad I found this video thanks for the information.
You: "It has the most annoying chime"
Me: Currently sitting in my truck knowing that if I plunged it off a bridge I would probably still hear the chime when it sank to the bottom 😂
Thank you for the video! I'm having the same issue.
Thank you for taking the time to make this video, very helpfull
Dude I am having the same annoying problem. Great video..
Hey Dustin did your trailer brake service come back on again after u cleaned the connectors?
Thanks buddy
Haven’t tried it yet but I’m definitely going to give it a shot
did it work
This happens very often with my 2014 Sierra. Almost seems like the temperature affects it. When the seasons from summer to fall the cooler weather seems to agitate and then it goes off every 30 seconds
Jackpo25 This is the same issue I am having. Did this fix the issue?
Jackpo25 Definitely affected by temp. Mine never does it when above 60. Soon as it drops below that, it goes nuts. I tried cleaning it and it helped for a while, but the problem returned. I suspect a bad circuit board solder point, which probably contracts when cooled and causes an intermittent connection. Probably have to replace the module.
Did you unplug the battery first? Having the same problem with mine just wondering if you need to unplug the battery first.
I took the first one of those controllers off the other day to clean. But I couldn't get the top (underneath) one off after that. I am assuming the red clip is the same, but it's up and behind the plug port. Any suggestions? I can't see the clip. I think I can feel it, but can't get it off.
the red clip does not come off it just slide up n down to take off slide up then push black tab down to unplug to put back on push down i work as a autobody/mechanic
I just uploaded a video on some ground wires that cause this issue too on the 2011-2013. That is something else to check out.
I just fixed my 2011 Silverado 2500 HD Diesel and the part (trailer brake control module) was found above the spare tire and mine had 10mm hex head- I think it has been replaced before
The big one to your left is your fuel pump and delivery controll module
Thx for the vid, my warning chime also very annoying in 2015 GMC Sierra....hope this is the fix for me as well.
I've had that message show up on mine, but I've ignored it. It hasn't shown up in a while. Yesterday plugged up an empty trailer for the first time and not all the lights on the trailer worked and am not sure if the brake worked. Being an empty trailer I wasn't too concerned with the brakes yet. Connected to a truck known to work properly and trailer is good. Have you connected to a trailer to check that this fix actually fixed the problem and not just clear the message?
I have a 2015.5 GMC Sierra 2500 Duramax with the integrated trailer brake controller and my truck only had the one smaller device on the top side of that plate. I disconnected that connector and it was clean, but I blew it out with compressed air and added dielectric grease in hopes that it will solve my same problem. I also disconnected the larger one and cleaned and lubed it the same. I'll let you know if it solved my problem! Thanks for sharing your video!
Eric Hannesson did it work?
No, this did NOT solve my problem. I did recently clean the receptacle for the trailer plug on my bumper/receiver and have not had the error pop up since. I cleaned it out with contact cleaner and then dried it with compressed air. I will report back to see if that solved it for me.
Eric do you have an update? I have the same truck you do and just started getting the messages without a trailer hooked up. hauling this weekend so want to address asap. I had dealer add a trailer plug in bed so that should be covered but the one on the bumper wouldn't
Thanks for the video. How about in a 2015 tahoe. I have the same issue. Where would i find the module. Any help appreciated
Thank u brother. Gotta try it for sure.
Great video. Thanks
Hop this works for me. Truck has been to the dealership. They never found a problem.
The first box (the big one) you dont know what is. Thats a data processor that records your data that the truck is processing it works like the little black box on an airplane
THANK YOU!!!!!! ON THE ROAD AGAIN.
Thanks amazing vid it helped me out
I’m going to try this thanks for the video
I think this will help my 2013 Chevy avalanche because I have the same issues so I will try that
Alright nice I'll have to try this stupid chime great video
I did this repair 2nd and no alarm thanks.
What did you do first? The dash controller?
@@ericanderson8556 I just clean the dust out of the connector above the spare tire. Solved the problem.
@@Middle_American thanks
Thank you !
jim Hudson did the problem ever come back?
Just bought a camper, towed it home, and started getting this problem after I was unhooked. Has this been a permanent fix for you still?
I got a 2016 Silverado crew , just started after hooking up a small trailer , I'm going to try to disconnect the battery for a few minutes in hope it resets , long shot but I got my finger cross.
I have same truck , how I can activate the electric brakes ?
I have a 16 duramax. Having this problem. I also have no trailer breaks. Did your trailer breaks still work?
I have a 2017, same issues and my trailer brakes aren't working. Were you able to fix this issue using this method?
I had this error message and it was THE BATTERY. If you get this message AND your vehicle is hard to start, check the battery! 😊
Thanks for the video. I'm going to attempt it this weekend. I've been dealing with this goddamn message for about 2 years and just hit "decline" every time. I'd be more worried if I had pulled something.
Did it end up working for you? Might try it myself
@@JBHen3 Surprisingly, it stopped right after I posted that, lol!!
Since nobody else is going to ask, I will
How the hell are you getting 23 mpg?
MonteCarlo SS I get 21 at 80 mph in a 9k pound dually. Deleted and tuned. That's how.
stock my 2015 Silverado 2wd got 26 daily
Bought my '14 dual cab in 2016 at 19k, and it was at 18 mpg. I don't drive it a whole lot, but have managed to get it up to 18.6. I drive it like an old lady. I, too, would love to know how this big truck can get up to 23, which my '91 Nissan 2wd hard body had over its entire 26 year life with me.
My '16 GMC Sierra all terrain averaged 28mpg. Best was 36mpg over a 100 mile stretch
@@owlxxx I call BS, unless you were going down a mountain for those 100 miles...in a diesel Colorado
I'm going to try this on my 2009
Did it ever come back on?
So how do you NOT break the red clip?
Bad on GM/Chevy to design a system that is so vulnerable to a little dirt getting in the works. I will go out and give this solution a try on my truck. Has anyone taken the additional step of trying to protect the plug-unit connection from further grime intrusion? Would heat shrink tubing be a good idea? Does it come in a large enough diameter to fit over both the side of the module and the plug?
I was thinking the same thing. I'ma try some good old Duck tape
Ok, went ahead and did the fix. The modules snap together with the data cable, and the snaps are held together with this little infernal red toothpickish thing. It has to be lifted carefully with a little pin or something (other than one's fat fingers), before the snap connection will release. Push it too hard, and it snaps right in half. Ah well. Got the units back together, started up the truck, and continued to get the warning bells and the problem message. Don't be discouraged! After driving on for a bit, all the annoyance stopped. I hope it does not come back. Thank you to the OP.
Great video. It is the single most annoying sound in the world. Question if I tow .0001% of the time could I not just pull the fuse on the towing package and enjoy sweet silence for the 99.999% of the time I drive the truck?
The larger module is the chassis control module
How do you get your fuel mileage so high?!
I get 24-26mpg highway 80 mile round trip to work/back everyday - keep your foot out of it
Thanks buddy😎
Thanks
Warm up plastic clip with heat gun and clip is pliable and won't break so easily.
Great Thanks
Mines driving me fuckin nuts right now, same year.
Man, couldn't I just unplug the dang thing and forget it coz I don't plan on pulling anymore trailers...
Did you have a service stibilitrak light on as well?
Did you find a fix for that gabriel ? I have both lights on aswell
Yes, actually it was a busted wire that connected to the front wheel speed sensor. Since I have a 5” lift, the wires were extended a little too far when I hit a big bump
Nope, no service light.
@@gabrielgarza9317 what’s up did the problem with stabilitrak come back ??where is that wire located ??
Nice job with the video and protecting your privacy by covering your plate. Don’t know why more people aren’t concerned about posting their license plate number online.
See I feel the opposite, I find covering your license plate to be of absolute no use and everyone just does it because they see other people doing it , kind of like with the mask wearing now , your license plate is literally public info already, it’s literally on your vehicle as you drive around for everyone to see lol, give me one good reason that’s not completely retarded for doing this , and I’ll admit I am wrong …..
@@jeremysmith2021 with cancel culture on the rise, and online identities known by whack jobs, I wouldn’t show my plate online. I’ve literally had death threats from lunatics on Facebook. As someone who speaks out fervently against Democrats, I take my opsec seriously. Any personal identification online is something I avoid and recommend against. That’s just me, not everyone is drawing the kind of hatred from the left that I do though😂
The point I’m trying to make tho is your license plate isn’t personal info, it’s public, that’s why it is on your vehicle as you drive around for the world to see lol
Of course that stupid warning comes on after the warranty is kaput! Gotta love Chevrolet!
I tried this fix on my 2014 Silverado, still get the warning.
I replaced mine as well. Noticed it didn't fix it. Shit fell out both plug, and the device. I'm guessing I didn't get it cleaned out well enough out of the plug itself.
Dont know wat it is and i lost my shit
the correct way would be to say "that's what I did" not "that's what I done" lol just sounds hilarious but I guess that's what they done in the south lol
I hate grammar Nazi's
what's really sad is GM is aware of this safety-critical defect, and yet over the last 10 years it still hasn't been remedied. if you guys have spare time, please file a complaint www.nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem and maybe we can get a recall so they have to reimburse us for these repairs