Brake Controller Recommendation for 2017 Ford Expedition with Factory 4-Way Connector

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How can I tell if my 2017 Ford Expedition with an existing 4 flat has what is needed for trailer brakes 7 blade? I know I need the brake controller. But how can I find out what other parts are needed? Is this something I can see? Thanks

asked by: Gary

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Expert Reply:

We've found that approaching a brake controller install on a 2017 Ford Expedition with a factory 4-way is easiest if you just convert the 4-way to a 7-way with the part # ETBC7 since accessing the wiring that is only sometimes present on your vehicle for wiring a brake controller is pretty difficult to find.

So you'd want a brake controller like our best selling and performing P3 part # 90195 and the # 22292 to power and provide the brake signal and then you'd use the wiring of the # ETBC7 kit to run the blue wire from the brake controller back to the blue wire of the 7-way adapter that comes with the ETBC7.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The 2010 Ford Expedition should have a round connector at the rear of the vehicle where your 4 pin plug is plugged in. If there is a round connector there you can use the Replacement Multi-Tow 7-Way and 4 Pole Trailer Connector, item #74682, to…

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Answer 2

At the rear frame rail there are a few wires that you'll need to run to the 7-way as they most likely aren't complete like you have found. Typically connecting those wires to the 7-way will be all that's needed but sometimes the circuits…

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Answer 3

The two self tapping screws included with the Reese Multi-Plug Wiring Harness part #74682 will allow you to attach the trailer connector directly to your trailer hitch if needed but I don't really recommend this as you can weaked it and increase…

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Answer 4

It sounds like you are missing a wire for the running lights on your trailer. Trailers that are wired for lights will have 4 or 5 wires, one for right stop/turn, one for left stop/turn, one for ground and one, possibly two, for running lights. Does…

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Answer 5

In order to add a 7-Way trailer connector to your 2017 Ford Expedition you will need to use #ETBC7. There isn't a plug and play type of harness to add a 7-Way to your Expedition. I have included some links that show and explain the ETBC7…

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Answer 6

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 7

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 8

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 9

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 10

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 11

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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Answer 12

Hey Antoine, so the two kits you mentioned are actually really similar and honestly I would go with the part #ETBC7 if I were you. The #ETBC7L is basically the same thing minus a couple wires and breakers so you may as well get the kit that has…

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