Brake Controller Installation 2006 Ford F150

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I have a 2006 F-150 XLT with a 5.4. I will be towing a 95 Sunny Brook 26FK. There is the traditional travel trailer connector at the hitch area which appears factory installed. The truck does not have a traditional brake controller prefer a proportional style. I am disabled with back problems associated with my military service thus it is difficult for me to bend and twist under the dash. Which controller would you recommend that would allow minimal effort hanging the controller and install the wiring. It appears there is at least one wiring system that plugs into the controller and plugs into a site in the wiring under the dash. Would prefer this style so that I dont have to find and wire into the needed wiring. Does this plug in type set up exist for any of the controllers that will fit a 2006 F-150 and controller? Please let me know. Your recommendations are appreciated. Would hate to have to have a dealer installation and the associated costs. Thank you for your help.

asked by: Marvin F

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Thank you for your service! The connector for installing a brake controller is located just above and to the right of the OBD port, as shown in the photo I've provided. The # 3035-P would be the brake controller wiring adapter needed. For a proportional controller, I'd recommend the Tekonsha Primus, part # TK90160. The Primus would be an excellent choice unless you were wanting to tow a trailer that had an electric over hydraulic brake system. If that's the case, you'd want to use the Tekonsha Prodigy P2, part # 90885 which is compatible with electric over hydraulic brake systems.

The installation wouldn't be too difficult, the plug isn't located to deep under the dash. It would simply be a matter of mounting the controller to the dash and plugging it in. Mounting the controller shouldn't be difficult, and locating the connector and plugging in the wiring adapter isn't too difficult (other than being able to reach up under there). Maybe you have friend, neighbor or relative that could plug it in for you?

I'll link you to an install video showing a brake controller being installed in a 2005 Ford F150. The procedure would be identical for your 2006.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

On your 2006 Ford F-150, there should be an OEM connector that can clip right in. The Tow Package Vehicle Wiring Harness with 7-Way Trailer Connector #118247 is the 7 way adapter you are looking for. I've attached a help article to assist in the…

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Answer 2

The brake controller installation on your 2006 F150 is pretty easy. The connector for the brake controller is located under the dash, behind and to the right of the OBD port as shown in the video I've linked for you. You'll need the brake…

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Answer 3

Yes, We have a diagram on our wiring page (see link). This diagram is viewed from the inside of the connector where the wires attach. If your truck has a 4-Way connector we have a 7-Way installation kit,item #37185, that will make installation of a…

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Answer 4

You are correct, some models of the 2006 Ford F-150 came equipped with pre-installed tow package wiring for both 4-flat and 7-way trailer wiring options. You will need to splice into the corresponding wires located just before the plug-in bundle…

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I do have a solution to convert your 4-way connector to a 7-way but first I checked with the manufacturer directly and they confirmed the Tow Package Vehicle Wiring Harness with 7-Way Trailer Connector #118247 is not compatible with 2006 Ford F150. I…

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If you just want to run the lighting functions on the trailer, you can just use an adapter like Adapter 4 Pole to 7 Pole and 4 Pole, #37185. Plug in your 4-Way flat to the back and tape up the rest of the wires with the exception of the white ground…

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You are on the right track, your 2006 Ford F-150 XLT should be wired for a trailer. I went out and looked at my boss' 2005 Ford F-150 XLT which has the same wiring setup as your 2006 Ford F-150 and I took some pictures to show you where the…

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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 9

The Curt #C51180 will work just fine with a vehicle that is equipped with an OEM or aftermarket brake controller. The Echo will not receive any output from the existing controller, as the Echo doesn't have a pin to receive any output from the…

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Answer 10

The connector for installing your brake controller is located under the dash. Directly under the steering column, you will see the diagnostic port. The port for the controller is located above and behind, as you can see in the photo I've…

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Answer 11

On your brake controller the red wire is the stoplight switch circuit of the brake controller and it would wire to the green wire of your harness that is labeled stop lamp. The black wire of the brake controller is the 12 volt power source and would…

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Answer 12

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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