How to Bypass Factory Brake Controller of 2006 Ford F-350

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OK, do you have a recommendation for the aftermarket controller for a 2006 Ford F-350 turbo-diesel? to bypass it.

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The fault message is pretty vague so it's hard to give a specific area where the problem may be, but first place to check is the grounds of the trailer wiring. You also might just have a dirty trailer wiring connector that needs to be cleaned to allow the contact to be made better. We see that quite a bit. Taking sandpaper to the pins of the trailer connector usually clears that right up.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Alan

12/9/2017

OK, do you have a recommendation for the aftermarket controller for a 2006 Ford F-350 turbo-diesel? to bypass it.

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Jameson C.

12/9/2017

The Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Brake Controller, # 90885 and # 3065-P, will come with the Ford Super Duty adapter that will plug into the back of the Prodigy P2 brake controller and the other end plugs into your factory brake controller plug. This brake controller will hook up to your 2010 Ford F350 and bypass the factory controller. The Ford factory brake controller that is in the dash does not have to be removed. You will need to unplug the connector under the dash and plug in the # 3065-P adapter for the Prodigy P2 brake controller to the factory brake controller plug behind the dash. The harness will plug it into the factory plug after disconnecting it from the factory controller, and then taking the truck to a dealership to clear the fault code that will appear. I have included a link to a Tech Bulletin that explains what they do at the dealer to clear the fault code.

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Answer 1

The "Trailer Disconnected" error message on the dash with a factory brake controller is usually related to an issue with the blue brake output wire that runs from the brake controller to the 7-Way connector. The fact that the issue remains…

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Answer 2

If your 2006 Ford F-350 already has the factory tow package, then there is a plug right behind the storage compartment that is under the radio which has a port that will accept one end of the Wiring Adapter #3065-P. The other end of the adapter will…

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Answer 3

I looked up your Big Tex 22N and was able to determine that it has 10k Dexter axles so for brake assemblies you'd wan the part #23-410-411 for if you have hydraulic brakes or #23-450-451 for electric and you'd be set.

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Answer 4

If your OEM controller on your 2006 Ford F-350 is a proportional controller, like the Prodigy P2 #90885, then it will likely only send power back through the pedal when you are actually moving. The P2 has an internal inertia sensor so that it…

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Answer 5

To determine why you do not have any power on the blue brake output wire, I recommend starting at your brake controller. First, make sure the brake controller is on and receiving power. Most brake controllers have 4 wires, blue (brake output to…

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Answer 6

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 7

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 8

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 9

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 10

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 11

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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Answer 12

If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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