Accessing the Factory Brake Controller Plug on a 2017 Ford F-150

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I was looking at your video on this but I have a console in the middle. How do I get under the dash to get the plug that is behind the little cubby hole on the dash?

asked by: Tom

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Expert Reply:

You may be able to reach the factory brake controller plug on your 2017 Ford F-150 by reaching up behind the center console from the left (driver's) side. If you cannot reach it or find it then you will likely have to remove a dash/console panel or 2 to get to it. I am not sure which video you watched so I have included a link to one showing a brake controller installation on a 2017 that should help.

Our part number for the 3036-P harness is # 22292.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

The Hopkins Agility Trailer Brake Controller #HM47294 will install in your 2017 Ford F-150 by using the Plug-In Adapter #HM47845. The adapter will plug into the connector which is installed behind a side panel between your steering wheel and your…

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Answer 2

Assuming you already have a trailer hitch like the Curt #C26HR and a 4-Way like the Curt #C56110 installed on your 2017 Ford F-150 you just need the Universal Wiring Kit #ETBC7 to use a brake controller. This kit includes an adapter that plugs into…

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Answer 3

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 4

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 5

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 6

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 7

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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Answer 8

We had a customer who was able to replace his Dexter 8-155 hubs with the #8-201-5UC3-EZ that you referenced so they should work well for you. You can verify that this hub will work for you by pulling your current hub and making sure they have inner…

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Answer 9

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 10

For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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Answer 11

I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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Answer 12

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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