DirecLink Base Proportional Trailer Brake Controller (DL-100)

** 02.20.2020 DL-100 Updates Included**

• New and Improved Display Screen
• New Screen Saver Mode Feature
• 5-Year Limited Warranty

It’s A Network Computer

It links with your tow vehicle’s computer network and uses multiple data parameters in a proprietary way to create amazingly proportional trailer braking.

Low-Speed Brake Adjustment

A unique feature of the DirecLink 100 and 200NE brake controller. Many drivers struggle to find a single brake scale setting that works to their satisfaction for all speeds covering highway and in-town driving. This forces the driver to either settle on one scale setting that works OK at high speed and does not lock the brakes up at low speeds or constantly change the settings. The Low-Speed Brake Adjustment is a secondary adjustment to the main “Brake Scale” setting. Once the main Brake Scale is set at the preferred braking level at highway speeds, the Low-Speed Brake Adjustment can be set to add or reduce the brake level at lower speeds. This allows for the proper amount of braking for both highway and in-town driving. Once the two adjustments are made, the DirecLink stores the settings in memory to keep them when the vehicle is turned off.

Easy Installation and Set-up

DirecLink automatically syncs with your tow vehicle - just plug it in and let it do the configuring for you. Raise or lower the level of braking and you’re ready to go. No holes to drill, no directional mounting.

Large Color Display

Updated TFT LCD color display for brighter, longer-lasting screen life and quality. The large color display makes it easy to use the DirecLink as a diagnostic tool for your towable brake system to ensure that all monitored functions are good or to resolve any problems.

Electric Drum or Hydraulic

DirecLink works with electric drum brakes and electric-hydraulic actuators, automatically configuring to match your trailer’s brake type.

Proven Technology

DirecLink uses exactly the same computer network that controls your car, truck or SUV so you can count on this proven technology. By linking the data of your tow vehicle to your trailer brake system, both vehicles work seamlessly together.

Real-Time Data

DirecLink maintains complete situational awareness because it continuously monitors your tow vehicle’s computer network. When you apply the brakes, it has a complete picture of what is happening. DirecLink creates precise braking curves to match the rapidly changing demands of your trailer brakes.

• DirecLink DL-100 User Manual
• DirecLink DL-100 Brochure
• DirecLink Features Comparison Chart
• Important Safety And Product Information- DirecLink
• HD Truck Module Manual
• HD Truck Module Flyer
• Wiring Harness Guide

• Trailer Connection
• Tow Vehicle Battery Voltage
• OBDII Network Connection Integrity
• Brake Controller Ground Connection
• Brake Controller Power Connection
• Brake Switch Voltage
• Blue Wire Voltage Output
• Blue Wire Current Output
• Blue Wire Short
• Engine RPM
• Low-Speed Brake Adjustment
• Transmission Temperature (Ford & GM vehicles using VPW/PWM Network Protocols)

DirecLink Brake Controller Works with:

1997 - Present

• Ford
• General Motors

2004 - Present

• Chrysler
• Some 2005-09 Dodge vehicles MAY experience intermittent vehicle OBD network connection

2008 - Present

• Nissan
• Toyota
• Mercedes-Benz
• Volkswagen
• BMW
• Land Rover
• Porsche

DL-100 is generally compatible with the following network protocols: 

• CAN - SAE J1939
• PWM - SAE J1850
• VPW - SAE J1850

When paired with the HD Truck Module (sold separately), the DL-100 and DL-200NE are compatible with most Heavy Duty Trucks:

• Peterbilt
• Freightliner
• Kenworth
• International
• Volvo
• and others

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