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Prodigy P2
I just took a Prodigy P2 unit out of my Grand Cherokee as my new truck came with OE one. If you're savvy you can find a new one for $115. Plus you'll need the plug and play harness $10-15, the only way to go. If you don't go OE make me an offer and I'll ship you this lightly used unit with a mount, no harness. I would buy this unit again if that's worth anything.
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Clarify: for the Ford OE setup?
No special requirement for the Prodigy unit and most vehicles like this will have the plug under the dash to plug into.
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How did you get a trailer tow package that didn't come with the brake controller? Mine came with it and I thought it was part of the tow package.
I'm sure its a plug and play install, but will need a flash from the dealer to tell the truck that its there so you can set the brake parameters in the dash menu.
I'm sure its a plug and play install, but will need a flash from the dealer to tell the truck that its there so you can set the brake parameters in the dash menu.
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I wonder what they were thinking when they spec'd it that way. I can't imagine what someone would tow that's big enough to need the tow mirrors and not need the brake controller.
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For some trucks like the XL, trailer brakes are an option.
The factory trailer brake controller can be added on. Part #: FC3Z-19H332-BA. It includes the coin tray that mounts in the blank spot.
That kit will require the dealer turn on the system with IDS. The good part is you can use this as the factory system, meaning it will integrate with the driver information display.
Aftermarket units can also be installed, but they will not integrate with the driver information display.
The factory trailer brake controller can be added on. Part #: FC3Z-19H332-BA. It includes the coin tray that mounts in the blank spot.
That kit will require the dealer turn on the system with IDS. The good part is you can use this as the factory system, meaning it will integrate with the driver information display.
Aftermarket units can also be installed, but they will not integrate with the driver information display.
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[QUOTE=ltlblutrk;15288586]Clarify: for the Ford OE setup?
Yes, see if this link works:
FordParts.com Super Duty#Search
Well, the link gets you to the page to search from. OP said he has a 15 f250 xl. Type that in and go to Brakes then to Hydraulic Systems or whatever.
You can see there are two different master cylinders. One is relatively basic (no tsc etc) the other is for the trailer (works with the factory gain module) and roll stability control.
It's not just specific to towing, it covers that other fancy schmancy stuff new trucks can come with that integrate the braking systems. BUT the real question is: Is the XL with no controller wired (under the hood) for a towing system... I'm sure he has the plugs in the dash for the module but you would still need the factory wiring for the master cylinder because they all communicate with each other.
Also, the trailer brake controller is a separate option on the 2015s for $270.
BOTTOM LINE..IMO... Like it's been stated, go get the aftermarket electric controller. No, it's not going to look stock, but it's going to accomplish the same result for a lot less money and aggravation.
Yes, see if this link works:
FordParts.com Super Duty#Search
Well, the link gets you to the page to search from. OP said he has a 15 f250 xl. Type that in and go to Brakes then to Hydraulic Systems or whatever.
You can see there are two different master cylinders. One is relatively basic (no tsc etc) the other is for the trailer (works with the factory gain module) and roll stability control.
It's not just specific to towing, it covers that other fancy schmancy stuff new trucks can come with that integrate the braking systems. BUT the real question is: Is the XL with no controller wired (under the hood) for a towing system... I'm sure he has the plugs in the dash for the module but you would still need the factory wiring for the master cylinder because they all communicate with each other.
Also, the trailer brake controller is a separate option on the 2015s for $270.
BOTTOM LINE..IMO... Like it's been stated, go get the aftermarket electric controller. No, it's not going to look stock, but it's going to accomplish the same result for a lot less money and aggravation.
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OP should check his window sticker. Across the top there is a list of different features. Under "Functional" it should list "Trailer Tow Package" and "Trailer Sway Control". If it lists both of these things he can just pop in a factory controller and get it flashed to work by his dealer or anyone with an IDS programmer.
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I will say that I used the integrated towing software for the first time this past Sunday and really like what it offered. Do you need it, no, but if I could get it by using thee OE controller I would do it for sure.