How to Install a Brake Controller and 7-Way on a 2017 Ford Edge

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I have a 2017 ford edge with factory trailer hitch i need to purchase a trailer brake controller can you help me in choosing the right one for my vehicle.

asked by: Mike

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Absolutely! For your 2017 Ford Edge, I recommend using either the Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller part # 90885 or the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller part # 90195. The P2 and P3 are our two top selling brake controllers due to their integrated safeguards and built-in diagnostic checks. The main difference between the two is that the P3 has a nicer display with larger easy to use buttons.

In order to install either of the above brake controllers you are going to first need a 4-way trailer connector if you do not already have one and for this I recommend the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector part # 118669 for SE and SEL models or part # 118677 for Sport and Titanium models. Neither of these harnesses will require you to cut or splice any wires as they are both almost entirely plug and play.

Once you have a 4-way installed you are then going to need a 4 to 7-way adapter and for this I recommend the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller part # ETBC7 which also comes with everything else you will need to install a brake controller. I have attached install videos of this whole process for you

expert reply by: Conner L

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William J.

8/14/2024

Interested in video for installing brake controller on 2015 ford edge sel already has tow package Need to add brake controller

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Robin H.

8/14/2024

@WilliamJ we don't have an installation video for a 2015 Ford Edge with the tow package. The closest thing we have is the video attached below for a 2016 where a 7-way was also installed using the # ETBC7. If you have a 4-way right now you also need the # ETBC7 to add a 7-way before the brake controller installation. If you already have a 7-way it won't be exactly the same but you can use it as a guide. If you're having trouble identifying factory wiring to connect the brake controller I would reach out to a local dealer to see if they have any information on it.

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Answer 1

Hey Jeremy, Typically with boat trailers the manufacturer will install hydraulic surge brakes because you don't have to worry about the water damaging wires like you would with electric brakes. That being said, if you use a heat shrink butt…

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I do have a handy trailer wiring FAQ article that would be perfect for you. I have included a link to it. I have also included a picture that shows the typical wiring diagram of a 7-Way round pin trailer side connector. As you can see, the 7-way…

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To install a 7-way connector on your 2017 Ford Edge you will first need to install a 4-way connector. I recommend the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat #118669 if your Edge is an SE or SEL, and the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring…

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Answer 4

There is an option to install a 7-way connector on your 2020 Ford Edge AWD SEL with a Class III Trailer Hitch Receiver like the Curt #C78KR installed. You will first need to install a 4-way connector using the Tekonsha T-Connector #118805 which will…

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If you only have a 4-Way on your 2015 Ford Edge SEL, like the Curt #C56272 or Tekonsha #118669, then the wiring that you need is the Kit #ETBC7. This connects to your 4-Way and provides both 4-Way and 7-Way connectors that are fully functioning. You…

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Answer 6

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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Answer 7

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 8

The best brake controller option to go with is one that activates the brakes proportionally instead of time delayed. A proportional brake controller will activate the trailer brakes at the same time and with the same intensity as the tow vehicle…

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Answer 9

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 10

Hey Antoine, so the two kits you mentioned are actually really similar and honestly I would go with the part #ETBC7 if I were you. The #ETBC7L is basically the same thing minus a couple wires and breakers so you may as well get the kit that has…

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Answer 11

To add a hitch to your 2024 Subaru Outback, I recommend the etrailer Hitch item #e25TR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Subaru with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 3,500 lbs towing capacity…

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Answer 12

If you have a vehicle specific wiring harness for a brake controller then that would indicate that you have a factory tow package and subsequently would already have a 7-way at the back of your vehicle. The universal 7-way connector #ETBC7 is meant…

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