Installation of Electronic Brake Controller on 2010 Ford F-150 w/ Factory 4-Way

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I have a 2010 f150 without the factory tow package. The rear of the truck only has the 4 pin trailer connector. Im installing a new 7 way, but do I need to run an additional wire from the controller to the 7 way?

asked by: James F

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To install a brake controller on your 2010 Ford F-150 w/ factory tow package and 4-way connector, you will need to install Adapter 4 Pole to 7 Pole, part # 37185. You will need to run 2 wires, to the front of the truck, the Black wire for 12 volt power, and the Blue wire, which supplies power to the brakes. The Blue and Black wire will connect to the Ford wires that terminate along the frame of the F-150 near the spare tire (see FAQ).

Then, you will need to use the vehicle specific adapter to plug the brake controller into the brake controller port underneath the dash of your truck.

I have linked an FAQ on installing a brake controller on a Ford F-150.

expert reply by: Reno H

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