Easy to Install Brake Controller and 7-Way Recommendation for 2017 Ford Explorer
Published 10/01/2019
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I just installed the Curt 56306 T-connector wiring harness on my 2017 Ford Explorer Limited 4x4. However, the wiring diagram in the instructions has the yellow wire connected to the terminal that is marked red on the plug itself and the red wire connected to the center terminal. I first wired it according to the diagram on the instruction sheet and when I connected to my travel trailer the lights aren’t working correctly. So, I rewired the plug according to the labeling on the plug itself and still the trailer lights don’t work correctly. At this point I don’t know what to do. The lights, signals, and brake lights on my vehicle work fine. Help!!
asked by: Grady E
Helpful Expert Reply:
I have a super easy brake controller solution for your 2017 Ford Explorer with the Curt Echo brake controller part # C51180 which plugs into an active 7-way and once synced to a smartphone is ready to tow.
For an easy to install 7-way kit all you need then is the part # C56306 which plugs into the square trailer wiring connector at the rear of your vehicle. I attached an install video for this that shows it installed on a 2017 Explorer just like yours.
Other installs will require hardwiring which will be time consuming and tedious, but this will be a really easy and great solution that will work well.
Since you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.
If the ball mount kit does not include a ball mount with the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, check out the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.
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Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller - 7-Way Plug-in w/ Bluetooth App - Up to 2 Axles - Proportional
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Grady E.
9/19/2019
I’m looking at wiring harness and brake controller options for my 2017 Explorer Limited 4x4. The Curt Echo seems like a cutting-edge option, but I only have the receiver hitch right now no trailer wiring harness. Here’s my question: If I install the C56306 T-One wiring harness, do I need to run a 12-volt supply wire to my battery? Thanks!
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