Adding 7-Way and Brake Controller to 2012 Ford E-Series Van with Factory Wiring and No Tow Package

Updated 08/05/2014 | Published 08/02/2014

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Question:

I have confirmed that I have all of the fuses and relays for trailer tow wires including battery charge and brake controller. My Ford dealer tells me that my van was manufactured without the trailer tow package. I have a wire loom at the rear of the van, mounted on the left frame rail, which appears to simply terminate into a block of rubber. It would make sense to me, that this is the connector for the trailer tow wires. I have also confirmed that I have the brake controller wiring behind the coin slot in the dash, and that the brake signal works when I apply the service brake. Can you help me find the correct wiring harness to extend from the frame to the trailer hitch?

asked by: George M

Expert Reply:

If your 2012 Ford Van has the proper connectors at the back where the harness you found terminates then you could use # 118261 to add a 7-Way. Or you could use # HM40975 and hardwire it to the wires you found using # PK11998.

For a brake controller if the connector under the dash is active you would use wiring harness # 3034-P. I recommend the P2 brake controller # 90885. This controller is easy to set up and use and it is reliable. I have linked an installation video that should help.

expert reply by: Michael H