How to Add a 7-Way Connector for a 2023 Ford Bronco w/out the Factory Towing Package

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What is the best way to install a 7-way harness in a 2023 Ford Bronco? No tow package

asked by: Gus

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To install a 7-Way harness on your 2023 Ford Bronco without the towing package, you will need two separate wiring harnesses because they don't make just one that'll do the job.

The first harness you'll need is the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness item # C42WR for LED tail lights or item # C87BR for incandescent lights. This custom-fit T-connector plugs into your Bronco's wiring harness, which is located behind the tail lights. This will provide you with a 4-flat connector.

The second harness you will need is the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller item # ETBC7. The kit includes a pre-wired 7- and 4-way trailer connector that mounts easily at the rear of your vehicle with an included bracket. This kit is designed for use on a vehicle with an existing 4-way flat trailer connector and plugs directly into it.

Some other parts you will need to tow a trailer with your 2023 Ford Bronco are listed below:

Trailer Hitch - Curt Hitch item # C76WR

Wiring Harness Mount - No-Drill Mount Bracket item # 18136

Brake Controller - Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller item # RED24FR and Wiring Adapter item # RED69FR

Ball Mount - Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches item # C45534

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Answer 1

The correct wiring harness for your 2023 Ford Bronco will depend on whether or not you have LEDs. Both harnesses are custom fit and plug in behind your tail lights. LED - Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness item #C42WR Non- LED - Curt…

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Answer 2

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 3

The Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness #TK55VR will provide you with the wiring and connector to install a 7-way and brake controller on your 2022 Ford Bronco Badlands with the LED tail lights. The kit includes the wiring and fuses…

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Answer 4

Yes, the Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness w Brake Controller Adapter #TK55VR is specifically designed to be used on your 2021 Ford Bronco Wildtrack that did not come with a factory tow package. This kit will allow you to install the…

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Answer 5

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 6

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 7

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 8

If you have a vehicle specific wiring harness for a brake controller then that would indicate that you have a factory tow package and subsequently would already have a 7-way at the back of your vehicle. The universal 7-way connector #ETBC7 is meant…

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Answer 9

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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Answer 10

I do have a solution for your 2024 Kia Telluride that has the LED taillights that does allow it to have both a 4-way and 7-way plus install a brake controller but it is not with the #TK74CR which does not work for you based on the LED taillights.…

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Answer 11

The first thing you will need for your 1999 D250 is a 4-way. The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness #C55317 plugs into the connection points behind your rear bumper and will allow you to power your trailer's signal lights. Once the 4-way is…

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Answer 12

Here are the steps to prepare your 2023 Ford Bronco Big Bend for flat towing. The transfer case and transmission will be in neutral with the ignition off. This information is in your owners manual. Switching Neutral Tow On 1.Switch your vehicle to…

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