Recommended 7-Way Connector for 2015 Ford Explorer

Published 11/08/2017

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T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 7-Way Trailer Connector

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T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

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Adapter 4-Pole to 7-Pole and 4-Pole

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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires

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Hook Probe Circuit Tester

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Question:

Now that I think about it, my trailer uses the seven pin plug but does not have brakes so all I really need is a harness for the flat plug and swap the plug on the trailer. Which harness should I order for the standard flat plug on my car without the trailer package?

asked by: Gary P

Expert Reply:

To install a 7-Way connector on your 2015 Ford Explorer, you can use the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118272. This will plug right into the existing port under the Explorer on the passenger side. If your Explorer did not include the factory tow package, it's possible that all the functions on the 7-Way will not work.

In order to determine if this will be the case, you can use a circuit tester like # PTW2993 to test the pins on the existing harness where the T-connector will plug in. If there is no constant 12 volt circuit then you will only have the basic light functions active once the 7-Way is installed.

If your Explorer does not have the factory tow package, a better solution will be to first install a 4-Way connector with the Tekonsha # 118540, then use the Universal Wiring Kit # ETBC7 to convert it to a fully functional 7-Way connector. I have attached an article the details the installation steps for this kit that you might find helpful.

expert reply by: Chris R

Gary

11/8/2017

Chris R.

11/8/2017

For just a 4-Way flat to install on your 2015 Ford Explorer, I recommend the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118540. This will plug right into the factory ports under the vehicle on the passenger side to provide you with a 4-Way connector at the rear. If you would rather not swap out the 7-Way already on the trailer, you can use an adapter like the Hopkins # 37185. The adapter will convert the 4-Way on your Explorer to a 7-Way to connect with the trailer. The additional wire leads will not be needed since your trailer does not have brakes. I have attached an installation video for this adapter that you can use for reference.