Installing a Trailer Brake Controller on a 2019 Ford Transit T250
Question:
I'd like to add a brake controller to my 2019 Ford Transit T250. I don't have any wiring on my vehicle so I'll need all of that too.
asked by: Jordan
Expert Reply:
I recommend using the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite # RED44FR for your 2019 Ford Transit T250 because it can be installed virtually anywhere and you only need access to the control knob which has a 3/4" diameter. The control knob uses different colors for the LED light on the knob to tell you what is going on so you don't have to try reading a screen plus it gives you have the ability to use either of the popular braking system modes; proportional and user-control (time-delayed).
To install this on your T250 you need a 4-Way connector, I recommend 4-way # HM11140244, and then the Universal Installation Kit # ETBC7 which gives you all of the connectors and wiring for a fully-functional 7-Way. Since you have a longer vehicle you will likely need the extra wire # 10-2-1 as well.
Attached are some installation videos of the wiring on a 2018 Ford Transit T250 that you can use for a reference. The brake controller features in the ETBC7 video is the Prodigy P2 # 90885 which is a very solid brake controller but, as you can see in the video, it is pretty large which is why I recommend the Tow-Pro Elite. The wire colors for these brake controllers is exactly the same so that part won't change for your application.
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Deka Jacketed 2 Wire, 10 Gauge, Brake Wire - per Foot
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Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
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- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
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- LED Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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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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Hopkins Plug-In Simple Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
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- 4 Flat
- Hopkins
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Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller - Dash Knob - 2 Braking Modes - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Dash-Mounted Knob
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- Indicator Lights
- Redarc
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