Installing a 7-Way Trailer Connector and Brake Controller on a 2005 Ford E-Series Van
Question:
Hi, I looked under the dash and see no plug for the brake controller. Also I looked in the back and there is a 4 wire plug but no other connectors between the driver side wheelwell and fender. It looks like it was not factory wired for a controller. I think I need a 12V for the battery and another one from the controller to the brakes. So how do I tap into the electrical system.
asked by: Timothy R
Expert Reply:
If the 4-wire plug in the back is not a 4-Way flat trailer connector then you will start by installing # C56020 to add a 4-Way flat connector to the rear of your 2005 Ford Van. If it is a 4-Way flat connector you found then you can skip this step and move on to the next step below.
Next you will need installation kit # ETBC7 which will add a 7-Way, retain the 4-Way, and provide the wiring to install a brake controller. The only other item you will need is a brake controller if you don't already have one. I recommend the P2 # 90885 because it is easy to set up and use and it is reliable.
I have included some links that show and explain the ETBC7 installation for you.
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Tekonsha Prodigy P2 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
- LED Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
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Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
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- No Converter
- Custom Fit
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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
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- Trailer Brake Controller
- Installation Kits
- etrailer
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T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
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- Powered Converter
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- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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