Which Trailer Connector is Needed for 2013 Ford Flex
Question:
I have a 2013 Ford Flex SEL and Im wondering how I tell if I need a factory 4 flat or 7 way brake controller.
asked by: Angel V
Expert Reply:
The trailer you're wanting to tow will dictate what trailer connector is needed. If your trailer has electric brakes, you'll need to install a brake controller to actuate them.
If the trailer has a 4-pole connector, and doesn't have brakes, you won't need a brake controller. If the Flex has a 4-pole connector, simply plug the trailer into it, and you'll be good to go. If your vehicle doesn't have the 4-pole, you can easily install on using part # 118472.
If your Flex is equipped with the factory 7-way trailer connector at the rear bumper and the trailer has brakes, installing a brake controller will be simple. You'll need the # 22292 brake controller wiring harness, as well as a brake controller. The Tekonsha Prodigy P3 you referenced, part # 90195 would be an excellent, easy to use choice. Once end of the harness would plug into the rear of the controller, the other would plug into the connector located under the dash right below the steering column (see provided photo.)
If the trailer has brakes and the vehicle doesn't have a trailer connector, you'd first install the # 118472 to provide a functional 4-pole. You'd then use our Brake Controller Installation Kit, part # ETBC7. I've provided a link to the instructions for the kit. If your Flex does have a 4-pole, the adapter included in the kit would convert the 4-pole to a 7-way.
I've also linked you to some FAQ articles that I hope you'll find helpful.
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Wiring Adapter
- Plugs into Brake Controller
- Vehicle Specific
- Tekonsha
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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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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Installation Kits
- etrailer
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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
more information >
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