Brake Controller Connector Location on 2000 Ford Expedition
Question:
I was trying to install this brake controller I bought from you but my 2000 exp does not have the factory installed plug. I think this must be because it was not built with the tow package. Do you have any idea where I might find the wires for the brake controller? A forum posts suggested they may be labeled and tucked up somewhere behind the dash or console but I have not found them yet.
asked by: Alex T
Expert Reply:
The connector you're looking for is gray in color, and is typically located to the left of the OBDII connector located under the dash below the steering column. According to my research, all models of the 2000 Expedition were equipped with the connector, so it should be under there somewhere. Try looking behind the OBDII connector. It's also possible that the connector is taped to another nearby wiring harness and the tape is covering the connector. If you use a Curt brake controller like the # C51170 Spectrum you'd looked at, you'd use the # C51322 wiring harness.
I've linked you to an installation video showing where the connector should be located.
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Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Wiring Adapter
- Plugs into Brake Controller
- Vehicle Specific
- CURT
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Curt Spectrum Trailer Brake Controller - Dash Mounted Knob - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Dash-Mounted Knob
- Hidden
- Up to 4 Axles
- Indicator Lights
- Up to 360 Degrees
- CURT
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