Installing a 7-Way Trailer Connector on a 2013 Ford E-250 Van

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I have a 2013 ford E250 van. I have factory wiring for trailer on it. The plugs look right , but it is not listed for a 2013.

asked by: Jerry

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I checked with Tow Ready about 7-Way connector # 118261 and it is not a confirmed fit for the 2013 Ford E-250 van. Since there are no other options and since you have some factory wiring already, I recommend using 4 and 7-Way connector # HM40975 with harness # PK11998.

You will need to test the wiring on the vehicle end with a circuit tester such as # PTW2993 to determine the functions. Then you can install the harness accordingly:

Red - Left Turn and Stop
White - Ground
Blue - Electric Brakes
Green - Right Turn and Stop
Black - Battery
Brown - Running Lamps
Yellow - Backup Lamps

expert reply by: Michael H

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Shawn V.

10/9/2024

Say you have power at the trailer by controller when you plugged it in, but you don’t know where the other end of that blue wire is would you?

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Jesse M.

10/9/2024

@ShawnV Not quite sure what you are asking here, Shawn. Are you trying to locate the brake control connection in the cab of your vehicle? I would need to know what vehicle you have and whether or not it has the factory tow package, and I may be able to point you in the right direction. If you need something else please elaborate and give me more info and I am happy to look into it. The article in the link below will show you how to install and troubleshoot a 7-way.

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Shawn V.

10/9/2024

@JesseM listen, you guys sell the adapter and celebrate controller. There is a plug that plugged into the coin holder. That is the brake controller integrated plug. There is power to that however, the end of the blue wire is terminated in a block junction right in front of the steering wheel. thanks for the help Maybe you guys can update your site so other people don’t struggle so much

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Answer 1

Hey Gregory, for your 2013 Ford E-250 the highest capacity hitch we offer is the Draw Tite part #41945 which is rated to tow up to 10,000 lbs. For trailer wiring the best option would be the Curt part #C56020 which plugs inline with the taillight…

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Answer 2

It looks like you have found the factory plug on your 2012 Ford E-350 that is used for installing a 4-Way Trailer Wiring Harness like the Hopkins #HM11140665. This port is found underneath the van at the rear, inside the driver's side frame rail.…

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Answer 3

The connectors that the #118261 is designed to fit should look like the picture that I attached. It is possible that you haven't found the correct harnesses on your 2009 Ford E-350 Van. The correct harness will be under the rear of the van inside…

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Answer 4

Hey Sparky. If your 2008 Ford E-450 came with a factory 4-way connector, the factory brake controller harness is a brown 6 pin connector located behind the hood release latch up near the firewall inside the cab. There is a gray connector in a similar…

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Answer 5

There are 3 options from the manufacturer for the 2009 E-350 Ford Van. Factory 7-Way trailer wiring, factory 4-Way trailer wiring, and no existing trailer wiring. I will go over all three since you did not indicate which one your vehicle has. If you…

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Answer 6

The connectors you have found are not confirmed to be for the trailer wiring and we don't have any wiring harness that is a fit for what you described. Because you don't have the factory trailer wiring, I recommend starting with the T-One…

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Answer 7

I spoke with my contact at UFP Dexter and he said that your 41062 hub uses inner bearing 031-030-02, outer bearing 031-032-02, and seal 010-181-00. This is the equivalent of inner bearing #25580, outer bearing #LM67048, and grease seal #GS-2125DL…

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Answer 8

Since your 2011 Ford E-350 does not have the factory towing package you will need to start with adding a 4-way connector. I recommend the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector #C56020 which will plug into your…

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Answer 9

I really wish we had a diagram or a way to pull up where it'd be. Most likely under the overhang near the landing gear jacks as that's the most popular place. Check there first and then trace the wiring from the breakaway switch to see where…

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