Installing a Brake Controller on a 2002 Ford Ranger with 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector
Updated 02/17/2016 | Published 02/16/2016
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No visible plug under dash for controller attachment and only has a 4 way plug in rear. Will be used with a tent trailer. how to wire or is it too much for average guy?
asked by: Eugene B
Expert Reply:
Installing a brake controller on your 2002 Ford Ranger with a 4-Way flat connector at the back isn't too difficult at all. I am confident that you can perform this installation yourself at home. All you will need is the brake controller itself and an installation kit.
For a brake controller the Primus # TK90160 is a great choice. This is a proportional controller that applies the trailer brakes in proportion to how much the truck is braking.
For an installation kit you will need # ETBC7. This kit comes with a 7-Way trailer connector and the parts needed to install it and the brake controller. I have included some links that show and explain the ETBC7 installation for you.
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Tekonsha Primus IQ Trailer Brake Controller - Up to 3 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Splice-In
- Under-Dash Box
- Under-Dash
- Up to 3 Axles
- LED Display
- Single Trailer Only
- Tekonsha
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