OBD Guide

U064D

Lost Communication With Trailer Brake Control Switch

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$17–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Error message on the dashboard
  • Trailer brakes do not work
  • Brake system warning light
  • No response when pressing trailer brake switch

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in the switch circuit
  • Trailer brake switch malfunction
  • Problems with trailer wiring harness
  • Malfunction of the trailer brake control unit
  • Poor contact in system connectors

How to Fix

  1. Check the continuity of the trailer brake switch circuit
  2. Test the operation of the trailer brake switch
  3. Inspect the wiring harness and connectors for damage.
  4. Check power and ground in the circuit
  5. If necessary, replace the switch or repair the wiring

Related codes

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