Best Brake Controller for a Pre-August 2021 Ford F-150 with Factory 7-Way
Question:
I've looked at all of the information you guys have for installing a brake controller on my 2021 Ford F-150. I have the factory tow package with the 7-Way wiring and I think I found a connector under the dash with provisions for a brake controller but it doesn't look like it matches the 22292 adapter that is stated to work with the 2021 F-150. I think I have a model built before the August 2021 date so I'm stuck on what to do. Can I use the wiring that I found and just splice it with the wiring on a brake controller? What are your thoughts on the Curt Echo wireless controller?
asked by: Mike F
Expert Reply:
Thank you for reaching out and for all of the information!
If you're unable to find the connector for a brake controller under the dash or behind a panel for your 2021 Ford F-150 with the factory tow package then you probably do have a model that was built prior to August 2021 (you should be able to check this with your VIN or a sticker on your door jamb).
According to our information you won't have provisions for a brake controller under your dash anywhere but if you can test the wiring for the following functions then you can potentially splice in a brake controller:
Blue - 7-Way Output to Trailer
Black - 12V Power
White - Ground
Red - COLD Side of Stop Light Switch (only gets hot when brake pedal is pressed)
If you find that these functions are present on that wiring then I recommend going with the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 # 90195 because it has an LCD screen that is easy to read and make adjustments plus you can make different presets for various trailering setups.
The Curt Echo is a solid choice for a brake controller. For your application I recommend going with the Curt Echo In-Line Wireless # C79DR because it simply tees in behind your factory 7-Way and then you can make your adjustments with the app on your phone. I like this over the original Echo # C51180 because the In-Line can be hidden under your truck whereas the original is something you need to remember to grab for towing as well as remove when you're done towing.
The In-Line will actually be less of a hassle to install than the P3 as well so I actually recommend going with it over anything else for your application due to the easy install and the fact that you're saving space inside your truck cab.
I hope this all helps you out!
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller - 7-Way Plug Mount w/ Bluetooth App - 1 to 2 Axle - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Hidden
- Up to 2 Axles
- Smartphone Display
- CURT
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Curt Echo In-Line Bluetooth Brake Controller w/ OneControl App - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Hidden
- Up to 4 Axles
- Smartphone Display
- CURT
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Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
- Dash Mount
- Up to 4 Axles
- LCD Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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