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The Pro Series Pilot trailer brake controller is a great option for those who tow light loads at all hours of the day and night, in all types of weather. Its dark, smokey lens makes it ideal for direct light applications, creating optimum visibility to read the large, two-digit display. The Pilot brake controller kit is a time-based controller that works by electronically connecting your vehicle and your trailer. When you hit the brakes in your tow vehicle, it generates an output signal that ramps up, or increases over a period of time, applying braking power to your trailer at a fixed rate. Its large, easy-to-read dual digit display shows power output and the aggressiveness with which the controller applies the brakes. The Pilot also has manual override to help you brake safely when an unexpected stop pops up. It features advanced internal circuit protection, real time diagnostics, short circuit protection, and loss of ground. Because the Pilot is time-based, it can be mounted in any direction. Plus, the Plug Play feature allows for quick and easy connection with your vehicle?s wiring. The Pilot trailer brake controller works with 1-3 axle trailers, comes with all the mounting hardware needed for installation, and is backed by a limited 1-year warranty.
| BRAND: | TEKONSHA |
| PART NUMBER: | 80500 |
| WARRANTY: | Limited 5 Year Warranty |
| WEIGHT: | 0.6 LBS |
| MATERIAL: | PLASTIC |
| BRAKE CONTROL TYPE: | TIMED |
| TRAILER BRAKE WHEEL QUANTITY: | UP TO FOUR WHEELS |
| BRAKE TYPE: | ELECTRIC |
| DISPLAY TYPE: | LED OUTPUT |
| HYDRAULIC CONNECTIONS: | NO |
| SOLID STATE CONSTRUCTION: | YES |
| CIRCUIT BREAKER PROTECTED: | NO |
| HOUSING COLOR: | BLACK |
| BRACKET INCLUDED: | YES |
Tekonsha is a leading manufacturer of electronic trailer brake controllers, pioneering the category in the 1970s. The lineup spans proportional units such as the Prodigy P3 and Prodigy iD, time-delayed controllers, the wireless Prodigy RF, plus vehicle-specific wiring harnesses, adapters and trailer brake components engineered for smooth, predictable stopping at any speed.
Tekonsha Engineering Company began in 1964 building RV steps and mirrors. Within a few years it had found its real calling, and by the 1970s Tekonsha was pioneering the manufacture of electronic trailer brake controllers, the product category that still defines the brand. More than half a century later it remains the reference name in trailer braking and is part of the Horizon Global group alongside Reese, Draw-Tite, Fulton, Bulldog and Wesbar.
A brake controller is the component that tells a trailer's electric brakes how hard to work and when, and getting that right is the difference between a controlled stop and a shove from behind. Tekonsha builds both major types. Proportional controllers use an internal accelerometer to sense how quickly the tow vehicle is slowing and apply trailer braking to match, so light braking stays light and hard braking is immediate. Time-delayed controllers ramp to a preset output over a fixed interval, a simpler and more economical approach that suits occasional towing.
The current brake controller range covers most of that ground. The Prodigy iD pairs with a phone through Tekonsha's EDGE technology for setup and monitoring, the P3 offers storable settings for multiple trailers and a trilingual colour LED display, the Prodigy P2 adds a dimmable display and boost mode for heavier loads, and the Voyager keeps operation simple and dependable. The Prodigy RF mounts to the trailer itself and controls wirelessly, which suits rental fleets and drivers who swap tow vehicles.
Installation is supported by vehicle-specific brake control harnesses that plug into a factory connector rather than requiring cut-and-splice wiring, along with mounting brackets and adapters. Matched controller bundles pair a unit with the correct harness. Products are tested to meet and often exceed published industry standards.
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| Year | Make & Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 - 2026 | BMW X5 | w/Factory 7: Way |
The 2007-2026 BMW X5 w/Factory 7-Way POD Trailer Time?Delay Brake Controller for Trailers with 1?2 Axles 80500 (Part #80500 70307) fits the following vehicles: 2007-2026 BMW X5. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
The 2007-2026 BMW X5 w/Factory 7-Way POD Trailer Time?Delay Brake Controller for Trailers with 1?2 Axles 80500 (Part #80500 70307) fits 2007-2026 BMW X5 models. The 2026 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
Yes, the 2007-2026 BMW X5 w/Factory 7-Way POD Trailer Time?Delay Brake Controller for Trailers with 1?2 Axles 80500 (Part #80500 70307) is designed to fit the 2007-2026 BMW X5.
The 2007-2026 BMW X5 w/Factory 7-Way POD Trailer Time?Delay Brake Controller for Trailers with 1?2 Axles 80500 (Part #80500 70307) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
The 3037-037 is an Electric Trailer Brake Control Wiring Adapter designed to connect a brake control harness to the existing electrical system in a BMW X5. It allows the brake control to interface with the vehicle's factory wiring.
Yes, the 3037-037 is designed for BMW X5 vehicles. The adapter connects to an existing black 4-pin connector located on the passenger side near the tail light pocket.
The brake control harness connects to an existing black 4-pin mating connector located on the passenger side of the BMW X5 near the tail light pocket.
Two tools are required: a test-probe and a trim panel remover.
The manual requires that the vehicle be off with the keys removed from the ignition before beginning installation. No specific instruction to disconnect the battery is provided.
Remove the following from the passenger side: cargo compartment trim panels and floor coverings, door sill and lower trim panels, front door sill, dashboard lower trim panels under the glovebox, and passenger side console trim panel. Set all removed items aside.
Route the brake control harness along the existing wire harness, down the door sill to the front passenger compartment, then up under the dashboard and across to the driver's side compartment. Avoid pinching or breaking the wire at any point, especially if routing through a grommet.
Reinstall all plastic trim panels, threshold, storage covers, floor covering and other items removed during installation. Be careful not to pinch or cut the wires during reinstallation.
Do not exceed the lower of the towing manufacturer rating (including in your vehicle owner's manual) or the specific amperage ratings stated on the product itself.
Always wear safety glasses during installation. Follow all warnings and instructions included with the product and the brake control manufacturer's instructions. Read and understand all warnings printed on the tow vehicle's battery. Avoid pinching or breaking wires during routing and reinstallation.
Yes. The manual explicitly states to follow all brake control manufacturer's installation instructions. This adapter is a wiring interface; the brake control unit itself will have additional setup and configuration requirements.
BMW X5.
Test-probe and trim panel remover.
Yes. Remove passenger side cargo compartment trim panels, floor coverings, door sill, lower trim panels, dashboard trim under the glovebox, and console trim panel.
To the existing black 4-pin connector on the passenger side near the tail light pocket.
Vehicle must be off with keys removed from ignition. Wear safety glasses and follow all warnings on the product and tow vehicle battery.
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