Parts Needed to Install 7-Way on a 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Without Tow Package

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I have a 2004 Ford Explorer sport trac xlt. I don’t see the harness for a brake controller. I need to hook up the 12v charging and electric brakes through a 7 pin connector. Is there a way to do this without running new wire from the hitch under the truck, motor, and then inside the vehicle? Is it possible to just use an adapter?

asked by: Tc

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Since you aren't seeing a factory harness for the brake controller it means your 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac doesn't have the factory tow package so you'll need to install the Universal Wiring Kit # ETBC7 to a 4-Way # C58044 and then route the wiring from the back of your vehicle up to the battery and inside your cab so the 7-Way will be fully functional.

We actually installed this on an '03 Sport Trac so I've linked that here for you to reference.

If you don't already have a brake controller I recommend checking out the Tekonsha Voyager # 39510 and Pigtail # 20127 as this controller is both cost and operator friendly.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

On a 2004 Explorer with the newer body, the port is behind the glove box on the left side. You will open the glove box, push in the two tabs it rests on to get it to open further and the connector is buried on the left hand side, close to the center…

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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 4

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 5

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Answer 6

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 7

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Answer 8

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 9

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Answer 10

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 11

That's a very good question, we tend to be extra cautious and say to use 10 gauge wire because that would be more than enough. When you get into longer trailers that will end up using a lot of wire the heavier gauge wire becomes more necessary.…

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Answer 12

Hey Ricardo! Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C82RJ is the hitch Curt is working on for the new 2027 Telluride. This is a pre-order since Curt hasn't finished the design. It does not include wiring. The wiring harness for the 2027 is also up…

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