Where is Brake Controller Connection Port on 2013 Ford Explorer With Factory Tow Package
Question:
My 2013 Ford Explorer has the factory tow kit installed, and I bought the harness adapter for the brake controller, but I dont see the port anywhere above the pedals on the driver side? Where do I plug into the wiring harness?
asked by: Jeff
Expert Reply:
If your 2013 Ford Explorer has a factory-installed 7-way trailer socket, rather than a 4-pole flat type connector, there will also be a factory-installed under-dash connection port for installation of a brake controller like the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 # 90195. If the Explorer has only a factory 4-pole connector there may not be a port, but usually there will be even in this case.
Often the brake controller connection port will be tucked up behind and/or taped to other wiring harnesses to keep it out of the way until needed. Sometimes it may be tough to find it. The connector you are looking for will be a rectangular shape that resembles the mating connector on harness # 3035-P, which is shown in the linked photo. There will be 4 contacts in the connector and 4 wires leading to it. Check above and behind the hood release.
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Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Ford, Lincoln, Mercury
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Wiring Adapter
- Plugs into Brake Controller
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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
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- Up to 4 Axles
- LCD Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
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