Parts Needed To Install 7-Way Connector And Trailer Brake Controller On 2020 Ford Explorer

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I have a 2020 ford explorer without trailer tow option. I am looking for a complete factory style plug in no cut wiring kit for trailer wirng. I need a 7 way plug and trailer brakes also. any options out there

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To add a 7-way connector to your 2020 Ford Explorer without the factory trailer connector you will first need to install a 4-way connector using the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118599 which will not require any splicing.

With a 4-way connector installed you can now install a 7-way connector using the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat # ETBC7 which will plug into your new 4-way connector, and require only a few more connections. You will need to ground the white wire to the frame with a self tapping screw, run the black wire to the battery of your vehicle with the included 40-amp circuit breaker, and run the blue wire to where you will be mounting the trailer brake controller.

For a trailer brake controller I recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 # 90195 due to it being an extremely reliable trailer brake controller that has great features like and easy to read LCD screen, and built in diagnostics that are easy to read and understand.

Another option that will not require you to drill a hole in your dash to mount the trailer brake controller is installing the # ETBC7L and using the Curt Echo Wireless Trailer Brake Controller # C51180 which mounts directly to the 7-way connector and can be removed and used on another vehicle if needed.

I included videos for each of the products mentioned for you to take a look at.

expert reply by: Samuel C

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There is a kit that has exactly what you need with the hardware without the 7-way of the RV Upgrade Kit #ETBC7L. What you need is the Power Wire Kit for Electric Trailer Brake Controllers #BRK-ELECKIT. This has everything you are looking for, minus…

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Answer 2

That will depend on the amount of brake axles your trailer has. . The 20 amp breaker like #9506P is for 1 and 2 axle brakes, and the 30 amp like part #38630 is for 3 and 4 axle brakes

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Answer 3

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a…

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Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 11

Yep, so long as your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness is not a hybrid both the Curt and etrailer hitches will fit: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13382 - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98912 The only difference besides price is the finish; the…

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Answer 12

To replace your NOK AD2527E seal you can use #168233. It has an inner diameter of 1.688 inches and an outer diameter of 2.332 inches. Based on what I could find on the NOK AD2527E the inner diameter is the same and the outer diameter is 2.328 inches.…

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