Wabco 4497110500 Connector Plug with Cable

Description

The Wabco 4497110500 Connector Plug with Cable is a critical component within air brake systems, specifically designed for trailer brake controls. This plug serves as the electrical connection point for ABS sensors, facilitating communication within the braking network. It features a 2-pin sensor plug on one end and an open 2-strand cable with 2 x 0.75 mm² conductors on the other. Measuring 27 x 377 x 389 mm, this connector is engineered to OE specification, ensuring reliable performance and seamless integration within compatible systems. This connector maximizes system responsiveness and ensures consistent brake function.

Key Features & Benefits

This plug essentially delivers the electrical signal from your truck’s brake pedal to the trailer’s brakes. It handles power and control signals – telling the trailer brakes when to engage, how hard to engage, and even activating the parking brake on the trailer. It’s a pretty simple part, but it does a lot. Think of it as the messenger between your truck and trailer. Without a solid connection here, your truck can't tell the trailer to slow down or stop when you hit the brakes. It’s a crucial link in the whole braking process. It connects right where the trailer wiring harness meets the vehicle, usually in the bumper area.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Honestly, this is a safety thing, pure and simple. If this plug is corroded, damaged, or just not making a good connection, your trailer brakes might not work correctly – or at all. You’ll notice if you’re trying to slow down and the trailer is pushing you, or if the trailer brake lights aren’t lighting up when you step on your truck’s brake pedal. It acts like a shield, protecting the connections from the elements, and when it fails, that protection is gone. Replacing this is much cheaper, and a lot safer, than dealing with brake failure. You can find these at places like Fixparts Online, and honestly, it’s one of those things it’s good to have a spare of, especially if you do a lot of towing.

Warranty Information

Wabco Connector Plug with Cable (MPN 4497110500) comes with a 1-year warranty.