Parts Needed To Add A Brake Controller To A 2018 Ford F-150 With A Factory 4 Flat

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I have a 2018 Ford f150 with just a four-way flat and a class 3 Hitch. Im looking to install a brake controller just wondering what parts do I need. I do not have any controllers in the truck now but there is a plug behind the dash for one. So I was looking for a controller wire harness to the back and a 7-way round.

asked by: Chris C

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Though your 2018 Ford F-150 does have a plug under the dash, not all the wires are connected and you will need extra wiring to get it working, This can be quite the pain to do, so it is actually easier to just run all new wire for the 7 Way.

If you take a look at our Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7, this will piggyback off your existing 4 Flat and will include all the wiring, circuit breakers, 7 Way, and bracketry needed to complete this task. This will also be spliced into some factory wiring to complete everything and I included an install video that should help with this.

You now have a couple options for brake controllers. The Tekonsha Prodigy P2 # 90885, which is being installed in the video, is a great option. This can handle trailers with up to 4 axles (8 brake assemblies) and will work with both electric or electric-over-hydraulic systems, so it is powerful and versatile. The only downside is that it does kind of limit itself on where and how it can be mounted. The accelerometer does need to be level, and the term "knee knocker" used for these style of controller is fairly accurate. But again, this is a great controller and the # 22292 will plug into the back of the controller and the port under your dash, making the install quick and easy.

However, we do also have the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller # RED44FR. This has one of the most, if not the most, clean looks after the install as only the control knob will be visible. This also has the # 331-TPH-007 that will plug directly to the controller and the port under your dash, but the box can be mounted any way that fits up and out of the way, so it keeps everything a lot more clear. This is a little less powerful and can only handle up to 3 axles (6 brake assemblies), but is also compatible with electric or electric-over-hydraulic systems. I really like this controller and it would be the way I would go if I were to install a brake controller on my truck.

expert reply by: Lazer S

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Answer 1

All the 2020 Ford F-150 trucks have the ability to upgrade to a 7 Way. The picture you supplied does look to be the port the Curt #C56413 will connect to. I included an install video we did on a 2019 F-150, but the install will be the same on your…

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Answer 2

They will, but you'll need to install a brake controller to actuate the trailer brakes. I'd recommend a reasonably priced proportional controller like the Brake EVN #TK63VR. For safe, predictable trailer braking a proportional controller is…

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Answer 3

You can install a 7 way connector on your 2019 Ford F-150 by using the Curt T-Connector #C56413, which will plug into the factory supplied 4 way connector plug on your vehicle and give you a fully functioning 7 way connector. If you've got a…

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Answer 4

For your 2017 Ford F-150 we have the 7-way kit part #C56413 as a confirmed fit. This plugs into the trailer wiring connector that is present at the truck frame rail and gives you a functional 7-way. I attached an install video for this for you to…

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Answer 5

When installing the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 7-Way Trailer Connector #C56413 on your 2019 Ford F-150 XLT it should be ready to go after installation. Typically having to program anything involves the brake controller and that…

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Answer 6

Where exactly are you attempting to plug the harness in? Unlike many trailer connectors, the #C56413 doesn't use a round connector. The connector you're looking for is located on the cross-member directly behind the 7-way, it could be…

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Answer 7

Your 2018 Ford F-150 without the tow package and 7-way does have brake controller wiring currently so once you have the 7-way part #C56413 installed you'd be able to easily install a brake controller using the truck's factory wiring. The P3…

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Answer 8

According to the owners manual for a 2014 Ford F-150, Fuse 17 is a 30 amp fuse for the brake controller. If there is no fuse in that location then the brake controller isn't going to work. I recommend adding a 30 am fuse and testing the Tekonsha…

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Answer 9

Since you don't have the pins in the fuse position 24 that means you will need to use the Kit #5506 to install the Prodigy P3 #90195 with the Adapter #22292 on your 2018 Ford F-150. For some reason Ford doesn't always have that 24 location…

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Answer 10

To install a 7-way on a 2018 Ford F-150, you'd use the Curt #C56413 which installs as shown in the linked video.

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Answer 11

Yes. You can install the Curt T-Connector #C56413 on your 2019 Ford F-150 and it will be compatible with your factory brake controller. This will install a fully functioning 7 way connector on your truck to allow you to tow a trailer with brakes.…

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Answer 12

The correct 7-way kit for your 2018 Ford F-150 that matches the rectangular connectors you sent us a picture of is the Curt part #C56413. I attached a picture our installers took that shows this connecting to same connectors.

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