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Old Aug 29, 2012 | 06:26 AM
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Trailer Brake controller Removal ?

Hey all,,Have recently been getting a "TBC Fault" message and the Beep, as the message goes on and off(annoying) looked around think its the Controler itself,,If I move the slider ****, and Jiggle it,,the message Blinks on and off as I move the Slider,,,Looking for the method of removing it from the Cubby Hole,,,Gave it a tug,,,and wiggle,,did not move,,must have a Clip or Tab to release it,,any help would be Great !!

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Old Aug 29, 2012 | 11:37 AM
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It just snaps in. No fasteners to remove. I pulled the small glove box down, and then reach in and up to grab the module. Wiggle it around and it will pop out.

I had mine out to install upfitters, so the pics from that job might help you figure it out. See this link.
Installing Upfitter Switches - Ford 2005-2007 Superduty
 
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Old Aug 29, 2012 | 12:33 PM
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Which year?

in 2008+ you can pop the lower corner panels out of the center of the dash, then push the controller and upfitter switches out from behind.
 
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Old Aug 31, 2012 | 05:50 AM
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Thanks bpounds that should be helpful nice pics and wrightup about installing the Upfitter switchs,,the truck is an 06' F-350.
 
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That TCB fault could be a rusted up 7 way connector in the back..... open it up and take a look. It's pretty common.
 
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Old Dec 28, 2015 | 08:05 PM
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Turning off TBC Fault

Sorry to revive an old thread but having the same TBC alerts issue everytime I startup the 2006 F-250

What is the best way to fix this issue? Will I need to purchase a new TBC?
 
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Have you disassembled the 7 way trailer connector at the hitch yet? I don't have the factory controller - I have a Tekonsha - hooked up to leave after camping and no trailer brakes. My problem was the wiring connector that plugged in to the back of the 7 pin connector at the trailer hitch. I have a pull behind 28' TT. Some cleaning with electrical cleaner and a good solid plug in cured my problem. My F-250 is an 06 also. Four torx screws and an unplug from the wiring harness on the back side and it comes off and apart for easy cleaning.
 
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Old Dec 29, 2015 | 05:00 AM
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this is common.. disassemble the 7 pin connector at the rear bumper... water/dirt/sand/you name it. gets inside...

clean or replace..

electronics hate that stuff at its extended wire connectors..
 
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Old Dec 29, 2015 | 12:12 PM
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Will try to do this. Thank you.
 
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