Installing A Brake Controller In A 2019 Ford Ranger

Published 10/18/2019

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Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller - 7-Way Plug-in w/ Bluetooth App - Up to 2 Axles - Proportional

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Question:

HI, I just bought the ford ranger and would like to know if there is a harness i can plug the brake controller into , or do I have to splice some wires? thx

asked by: Shannon J

Expert Reply:

Your answer depends on what connector you have. If the Ranger has a factory-installed 7-way it should have a standard brake controller connection port above and to the left of your left knee when seated; this will be near the kick panel.

If the truck instead has a factory 4-pole harness, under the dash there will be three blunt-cut wires, blue, yellow with red tracer and white with purple tracer each for the controller output, the 12V power input and the brake light switch wire. These would connect to the pigtail harness of your brake controller.

A popular option if you have a 7-way is the Curt Echo # C51180 that allows you to avoid all brake controller wiring because it simply plugs in at the 7-way. Then all you need is a smartphone that will pair with the controller.

expert reply by: Patrick R