Installation Port for Recommended Brake Controller on a 2016 Ford Explorer

Question:

Do I need a electric trailer brake module pulling #5000lb loaded trailer with dual axles. Also cant seem to find the plug under the dash

asked by: Ron

Helpful Expert Reply:

For a 5,000 lb trailer a brake controller would be recommended. For your 2016 Ford Explorer there should be a port under the dash if you have a factory 7-way connector at the rear of the vehicle. To install a Tekonsha brake controller like the best-selling P2 part # 90885 you would only need the correct install harness # 3035-P.

On a 2016 Ford Explorer, the brake controller port is located by the steering column near the steering wheel.

For a brake controller I would recommend the Prodigy P2 Brake Controller part # 90885. This is our best selling brake controller because of how well it works and how easy it is to setup. This is a proportional brake controller that senses the amount of braking the tow vehicle is applying and applies a proportionate amount to the trailer brakes.

expert reply by: Jameson C