Compatibility of Trailer Brake Controller with HydraStar EOH Brake Actuator  

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To have the brakes in your 2016 Ford F-350 Super Duty activate your trailer's electric-over-hydraulic (EOH) brakes your in-cab brake controller must have an operational setting specifically for EOH systems.

The better aftermarket brake controllers such as the Prodigy series from Tekonsha, the P2 # 90885 and the P3 # 90195, include the EOH option in their main menu screens. This type of actuator, such as the Hydra Star # HBA16, requires an EOH-compatible brake controller since the electrical load from an EOH system differs from that of a trailer with electric drum brakes.

So long as your factory brake controller offer an EOH setting option it should work fine. If not then I suggest replacing it with either of the Prodigy controllers. All you need is wiring adapter # 3034-P.

expert reply by: Adam R

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