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Tow Ready Replacement 7-Way Wiring Harness for 1997-03 Ford F-150 Light Duty & F-250 Light Duty Pickups with OEM 4-Flat Trailer Connectors. Also fits 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage Series.
118242 Will Not Work on Ford SuperDuty Trucks - use 118243
Picture of OEM Connector. The plug is usually located on the driver's side between the back tires and the end of the truck bed.
Picture of the 7-Way Connector
Video of Ford Replacement OEM Tow Package Wiring Harness, 7-Way
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installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Today on this 2001 Ford F-150 we are going to install part number 90885-3035P, this includes the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 brake controller with the Ford adapter. On the back of this vehicle we are going to install part number 118242 from Tow Ready. The first thing we need to do is find the port for the brake control package. On this year Ford it is pretty easy, right next to the data port here. Right to the left of it you can see it right here. So our adapter cord we will plug that into the port right here. Now we will plug this other half in the back of the brake controller and now we will find a spot for our bracket. A nice thing about the P2 brake controller is you can mount it vertical so you get more choices in mounting the brake controller itself on different vehicles. 00:52
We know where we are going to put our brackets so lets make some marks on the dashboard and install the bracket. Before we drill we can reach up in there and make sure there is nothing in the way. It looks like there are two layers of plastic so I think we will be okay in between. Now install the set screws into the brake controller. Next we can take up the cord and wrap it up with a zip tie. We have got everything mounted up and you can tell right away that our brake controller has the two lights on and that means that it is giving power to the brake controller and we are good to go. Lets go out back and start changing out the 4-pole to a 7-pole connector. 01:52
At the back of the truck underneath and we removed the spare tire and we are going to look at the driver side frame rail. You are going to see the connection point right here and we will push down this tab right here, there is a little lock. You should be able to pull it apart. Sometimes this little red divider gets pulled out with it but it just pushes right back into position. We are going to take our harness to our 7-pole connector and we are going to run it through the last brace here on the frame and just follow it back through the wiring and pull it out and we are going to snap the two halves together. Take the other half and plug it in here. Look at this ground screw right here. Take that apart and attach our ring terminal for the ground. The next thing we are going to do is mount the 7-pole. We are going to use a couple of separate part numbers for that. We are going to use PK12711U which is our OEM hardware bracket and we are also going to use PK11926 hardware kit for the bracket. Take the mounting bracket and we are going to attach it directly to the bottom of the bumper. We will run the wire harness through and connect it to the 7-pole itself. Push it together and push that white lock into place and you will bolt that to the bracket. 03:36
Now we are done with the back half of the vehicle, now we need to get underneath the hood of the vehicle and add a couple of fuses and relays. We are underneath the hood and we need to get to the power distribution box, remove the lid. There is a variety of fuses and relays that come with the kit. On this part here you will have to go to your owners manual in your vehicle and it will tell you where the tow package fusees and relays go. In this case we are only giving power to our brake controller so we do not have to worry about that circuit. However we do not have 12 volt power going out back so we need to install a fuse for that. That is going to be this square fuse and it is going to get installed in this socket right here. Now we can go out back and test the connector for all of the functions. We have got our truck hooked up to our load or it could be a trailer, and we will use our manual override so we have got numbers so we have got a good solid connection and also the C tells us we are connected. The small knob up here is our gain which controls how much voltage goes out to the brakes on the trailer. All the way forward is basically full blast and all the way back is basically off. Somewhere in between you will find a setting for your trailer. There you have it for part number 90885-3035P and part number 118242.
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4.8 out of 5 stars (72 Customer Reviews)
by: Frank M09/20/2011
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Product was as described. Easy to hook up. The only thing that is not clear is that it does not come with the L bracket to mount it to the truck. I went to our local store and their L bracket will not work with this plug, so don't forget to order the bracket as well.24280
by: Garry C.03/31/2011
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Upgrade was easy with online video provided for wiring kit. Quick Shipping Would definately use again10836
by: Herb S.02/04/2011
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Item listing was very clear and the product was delivered very quickly! The video tutorials on your website are very helpful and helped me in my decision to purchase from eTrailer.com. Another Satisfied customer!6639
by: Roger Neifert01/07/2011
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What is this Excellent5181
by: Hank H01/02/2011
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Great Service I have ordered several times from E-Trailer and have always recived what I ordered and more importain what fits. Last order they up graded the shipping time on there own, not needed but very nice just the same. HH4888
by: Mike R06/15/2010
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Excellent Couldn't have been easier! Installed in minutes and looks/works great3137
by: Jim M.08/18/2009
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Worked as advertised. I was very pleased with the ease of installation and the clean look.2269
by: Joe W07/19/2009
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quick shipping, easy install this sysytem couldnt be simpler, unplug a connector, pug the adapter into the two ends and run the bolt through the ring termional and tighten back in place. a basic mounting bracket for the recepicle would have been handy however. 2142
by: mike n06/19/2009
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great product installed in lessed that 30 min. works great2006
by: Reddog02/12/2008
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Great product Easy to install and worked just as advertised.613
by: Austin J.06/18/2013
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Excellent product. High quality and easy installation. Made better than a factory harness I have on a different vehicle. I also purchased the mounting bracket and hardware kit. The bracket is wonderful and most of the hardware was good too. The self tapping screws both got the heads broke off, but it was my fault, not the screws.85108
by: Richard R.06/08/2013
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Everything is as advertised, thanks 83849
by: Ray B.06/06/2013
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7-way harness has a weak locking tab on back of connector which locks it into the back of the socket. It promptly broke while handling connector and socket prior to assembly on vehicle. The 30-amp fuses included were of the wrong type for a 1999 F150. The fuses are a blade type maxi-fuse, and the 99 F150 uses a square type of fuse. Luckily, both fuses were already installed in the vehicle. The relays fit perfectly.83591
by: sheckirk05/31/2013
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This product is plug&playwith easy instructions. Best way to convert rather than splicin g wires.82743
by: Nick L05/29/2013
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Very easy to install thanks to Ford. Very disappointing that it did not come with the $4.00 mounting bracket for the back of my truck. Had I been told this during the order process I certainly would have bought it. Its bundled with enough relays/fuses that it should've been bundled with the bracket. Thats the only complaint. 82299
by: Kyle H.05/25/2013
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The wiring harness was very easy to install. However, the kit didn't come with a bracket to attach to the bumper. The instructions were just enough information to be helpful, but not too excessive. The package also arrived in a timely manner. 81925
by: kevin williams05/15/2013
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63 years of age always cut spliced plugs in the day only choice kit came with relays fuses plug band play buy the time you chase parts cut and splice recut and splice done wrong just plug in install supplied relays on road before coffe cold thanks aaaplus to do business with80375
by: Bill McC05/14/2013
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Great purchase all around. Paid a pro (?) to install electric brakes but he didn't do it right. I ordered the harness myself and installed myself then took it back to the pro (?) to have him test it and now is he embarrassed. With the video online I should have done it myself from the beginning. Thanks ill be back when I need something else 80127
by: Dwayne C.11/02/2012
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Wiring and brake worked great as described. No problems, Thanks very much.58728
by: Al C.10/29/2012
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I was extremely pleased to get my wiring harness ahead of the predicted schedule. The wiring harness directions were exact and percise. I was able to complete the job of installing the harness in about 10 Minutes. 58310
by: Bill B.10/27/2012
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Just what I needed and at a great price! Service was great and good communication.58188
by: Brian08/27/2012
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Worked great. Watch the video. 53140
by: warren l07/23/2012
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easy to figure out wat you need, easy to order, excellent detailed instructions, easy to install. anyone can install. quality product49080
by: Al G.07/08/2012
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I ordered the prodigy 2 controller, the wiring harness, hardware kit and mounting bracket. quick shipping and instalation was super easy with the how to video. I installed the whole kit in under an hour and towed 1650mi right off. Just as described and the kit worked flawless! literally plug and play. I can't say enough good about it. 47149
by: Michael J07/03/2012
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Just what the Dr ordered. Plug and Play. All parts should be this easy to install.46603
by: Frank L.06/18/2012
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Good product & easy to install. 44557
by: John06/12/2012
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Nice easy way of installing 43880
by: Voss G.06/09/2012
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20 min. job perfect fit, as advertised. 43469
by: Steve D05/25/2012
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Wiring harness fit my F150 perfectly. Works great! Instructions were excellent; could not have been simpler....if only everything were this easy.41727
by: Greg p.05/25/2012
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great products, easy instructions, was told by several camper stores that this product was not available and i would have to "hard-wire my truck to accept a 7-way plug, but etrailer had exactly what i needed and at a great price! i will continue to shop with etrailer from now on!41643
by: Howard05/17/2012
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Really easy to use both of these products. Only problem is making sure you have the key to lower the spare tire to get to the connection for the 7-way. Shouldn't take over one hour to do both installs. Works great.40852
by: emerson t05/12/2012
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Products are great but the mount bracket was incorrect for my truck, the wholes didnt line up, but i made it work40204
by: Christopher W.05/05/2012
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Great products with no splicing of wires. I did it myself, just plug it in and you are ready to go. I am so glad I ordered the mounting bracket. I just wish it had the screws included with the mounting bracket. 39504
by: Tim Gormly05/02/2012
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Great product and easy installation. Put it on in less the 30 minutes39148
by: Jeff A.04/18/2012
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Very fast shipping, all items worked pe rfect. Thanks37560
by: Todd J04/16/2012
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Excellent product! It was easy to install with no hassle, works great!37418
by: Shawn Guffey04/08/2012
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The product was exactly as advertised. Very easy to place my order online. Order was promptly processed and item was shipped very promptly also. Very pleased with my first transaction with etrailer.com.36558
by: Dan S04/05/2012
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Worked great. Ordered it on Tuesday, got it on Friday. It was the perfect length for my 2000 F-150 and all the connections, fuses, and relays fit perfect. I like that the instructions and video were posted on your website so I knew exactly how to install it before I even ordered it.36240
by: john matt03/30/2012
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very nice and easy 35689
by: Neil03/16/2012
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Super easy to install. 34074
by: Joe03/14/2012
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Item was just as described. I will be back for sure for all my trailer needs33852
by: robert hron03/12/2012
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ok 33682
by: Robert E.03/10/2012
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The product was delivered in great timing, and there were no damages at all. Thanks so much for the fantastic service.33474
by: Brian U.03/09/2012
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Easy to install and worked perfectly! 33454
by: Chris G03/01/2012
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Product is a breeze to install.....could'nt have been easier.32896
by: Preston N.02/22/2012
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Super easy install. If you can drop the spare tire you can install this kit. Total install time was around 20 minutes.32207
by: Charles M.01/30/2012
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The product was no problum to install and works great. I am 61 years old with a disablity and I didn't have ant trouble installing the trailer kit!30606
by: Brad F01/25/2012
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Very easy to install. Good quality. 30333
by: Mikr R12/26/2011
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Shipping was fast and the parts worked perfectly.28719
by: AP11/19/2011
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Very nice product that fit perfectly. 27170
by: Dan10/12/2011
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Easy to install. No problems. 25472
by: Larry p09/27/2011
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Just what i needed 24731
by: Charles Roberts09/27/2011
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Outstanding service !!!!!!!!!! 24722
by: John J.09/16/2011
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Product exactly as described. Delivery received within 2 days. Incredible. Very pleased.24112
by: Russ R09/01/2011
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plug and go simple no guess work clear instructions23328
by: Rick J.08/02/2011
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Very easy instalation, works great. 20870
by: Rick T.07/24/2011
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Arrived a day early. Installed easily and worked as expected.20109
by: Chris S.07/14/2011
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This item make installing a tow harness so easy. No second guessing. I have always had good results using etrailer items. Thank you! 19436
by: Brihan07/06/2011
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I was impressed with entire process of ordering and receiving this wiring harness. I installed it myself after watching the video on entrailer on how to install it. It led me through every step. Thanks!18746
by: scott w.06/21/2011
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good product, easy to install, great customer care.17618
by: Mark05/19/2011
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The wiring harness was easy to install. Several fuses and relays are included, but the instructions are generic to cover a wide range of trucks. Depending on the year and options on your specific truck you may use all or only a few of the fuses and relays. This was confusing and I hope I got the correct pieces in the correct locations.14837
by: steve05/11/2011
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excellent product, installed in minutes, highly recommend this product!13306
by: steve05/05/2011
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Easy installation 12956
by: Tom G.04/24/2011
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This is truely a "no brainer". Great instructions easy install. I had this installed in 15 minutes. 12300
by: MJ04/23/2011
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Prompt delivery and easy install. 12254
by: BILL B.04/18/2011
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PRODUCT IS JUST WHAT I WAS LOOKING FOR.COULD NOT FIND LOCALLY.SHIPPED FAST.11897
by: Tim S03/30/2011
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Thank You, very easy installation. 10742
by: Michael Price03/28/2011
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Part was recieved as and when expected and was exactly what I was expecting. Appears to be working as expected and now it is a matter of how it continues to function for the next couple of years.10520
by: R Rrebbs03/16/2011
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The install could not have been easier, unless you had some one else do it. Fast shipping and the E trailer customer service is great. The only problem I had was I forgot to order the mounting bracket mount bolt/screws. The video was made install easy. 9442
by: Jeff M.03/07/2011
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Ordered on a thursday recieved it fri. Couldn't believe it. products were everything they advertised. Will be repeat coustomers. 8678
by: JeepJohn02/27/2011
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Fits great and no fuss plugs. Added a little Dielectric grease for good measure and have had no issues. well worth the extra money over a "Universal" mount. all the wires had been well terminated and low resistance. Clean install clean look. 8000
by: Michael D.03/18/2012
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We purchased a 5th trailer and needed to have my Ford F-150 wired for trailer brakes and 7 pin harness. Checked your website and was able to find all parts I needed. The installaton videos you have are awesome, they help out so much. Ordered all parts and they arrived quickly. All parts were identical to what was ordered. Had everything installed and wired in, in about 45 minutes. They wiring harness was perfect fit and they trailer brake control harness also exact fit. My overall experience was awesome from placing the order and the e-mails to let me know who took my order and who sent it and tracking it. I will recomond etrailer to everyone I can. Thanks to etrailer we are ready to tow our trailer.******34253
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