Can I add a factory trailer brake control to a 2014 f150 that didn't come with in installed with out to much trouble?
Thanks

 

Did your truck come with the tow package? If so, then yes, it's fairly easy. Order one online and watch a few videos of installation on youtube. It might take you an hour once you start.

If you'd like some more info..you can search the threads on this forum. There are a few with the same topic and more instructions

 

The hardest part is finding a dealer to activate it for a fair price. I had the remote start and brake controller activated at the dealership for one price. They charged me one hour shop time.

 

The install is easy if you have a factory tow package. If you do not have the factory tow package, you will need to run the additional wire to the back of the truck.
As stated above a reflash is required. Call a few dealers, it seems the prices vary widely on this.

 

Gt390,

I thought the harness was the same? Only harness that is different is where it splits by the spare tire. All other wiring should be there.

 

If you don't have a tow package you will be missing a couple wires in the harness. If I remember correctly you need the reverse wire, the charging wire and the brake controller wire. I think you will also be minus the fuses under the hood. You'll have to install the fuses & run the wires to the back of the truck.

 

I had a 2012 bare bones XL. Ordered a controller, and the wiring harness that goes from above the spare tire to the 7Pin plug. everything was fine, but there was 1 wire missing, that went from the firewall plug to the rear. tech ran another wire, and it worked fine. I installed the unit in the dash, and plugged it in.

There are a lot of post on this subject, so google it, and you will find a video, on how to install.