What is Needed for 7-Way & Brake Controller on 2018 Ford Edge With Tow Package

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hello, I have a question about installing a 7 way adapter and Brake Controller for a 2018 Ford Edge SEL with factory installed Tow package. The SUV already has a 4 flat connection available factory installed. I found this 218041. This talks to a 2017 Ford Edge which is the same generation as mine, but it doesnt mention having the factory installed tow package. My question is: does having the factory installed tow package change which 7 way adapter or brake controller I would want to install? Does my SUV come with an existing plug connection anywhere which would make the install easier? for example, not needing to drill through the firewall into the cabin, or not needing to run a wire all the way up to the battery to get power? I would prefer a hard wired install for reliability reasons vs a wireless brake controller. but if a wireless brake controller was significantly easier to install, i would consider that option

asked by: Jason B

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Hey Jason,

Really good questions and we can definitely address them. The tow package on your 2018 Ford Edge only gives the 4-way and there isn't a different option for the 7-way. So because you already have the 4-way with the tow package, the other part you'd need is the 7-way which comes with the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7.

You'll plug the 4-way into the 7-way that comes with the # ETBC7, which also comes with the rest of the wiring needed to complete the install. That said, your '18 Edge does not have any plug connection for a brake controller, so you'll have run wires to the battery and drill a small hole through the firewall to make the connections.

And I agree with you that hardwired really is the way to go in terms of reliability, and the most reliable is going to be the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller # 90195.

So this is what I'd go with and I've added a link below to a video showing an install of the 7-way and brake controller on a '16 Edge, which is the same generation as your 2018 Edge so you can see exactly how the install will go.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

Yes. There's no reason you can't use something like the Quick Splices - Self-Stripping Connector - Closed Port - 14-16-18 Gauge - Blue - Qty 1 #SWC502905-1 to install the #W002230 on your trailer. The #W002230 uses 18 gauge wiring, so…

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Answer 2

You will need to start with a 4-way (if you do not have one). For that you would want the #118677. So the easiest to install brake controller that also works really well is the Curt Echo Mobile part #C51180. Basically this just plugs into an active…

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Answer 3

You will need to start with a 4-way (if you do not have one). For that you would want the #118669. I attached an install video that shows this installed in a very similar 2016 Ford Edge as yours. Now if your trailer does not have brakes all you…

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Answer 4

There isn't a quick-install brake controller port on a 2018 Ford Edge Titanium with a tow package for installing a brake controller. In fact the only brake controller we offer that can fit the versions of the 2018 Ford Edge Titanium with the…

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Answer 5

You are correct, the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness #C56272 is not a fit for a 2019 Ford Edge; this harness is only a fit for 2015-2018 Ford Edge SE and SEL models; whoever told you it did fit your vehicle was mistaken. We carry the correct…

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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

If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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Answer 8

Hey Jason, Really good questions and we can definitely address them. The tow package on your 2018 Ford Edge only gives the 4-way and there isn't a different option for the 7-way. So because you already have the 4-way with the tow package, the…

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Answer 9

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 10

The trailer brakes work on a separate circuit than the lights. You have a couple of options to control the electric brakes on the trailer. One option is to use an air over electric brake control, #HA100400C. This unit connects to the air brakes on…

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Answer 11

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 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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