Brake Controller Question
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Brake Controller Question
I just bought my 03 F250 PSD a couple of weeksl ago. I'd like to add a brake controller since there wasn't one installed.
I friend of my bought a new 250 with the Amarrillo package and his has the controller built in to the dash.
Does anybody know if I can add this controller to my 03?
I friend of my bought a new 250 with the Amarrillo package and his has the controller built in to the dash.
Does anybody know if I can add this controller to my 03?
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Ford's tow command is not supposed to work on pre 05 trucks. I have a feeling it is intregral to the CAN system. You can howevery put just about any aftermarket in. I really like the hoppy line. The produce a hook up wire that makes the controller plug and play, no splicing the boxes' output to the factory pigtail.
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Originally Posted by msgtg
I love the last line of your sig!
Ok, so it sounds like there is a harness under the dash that I can plug straight into?
Ok, so it sounds like there is a harness under the dash that I can plug straight into?
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i bought my 04 used and in the glove box there was the plug to go into the stock wiring harness and the other end goes to the brake controller.
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Nope...nothing in the glove box but the owners manual and the lock for the spare.
Ok, in other threads it looks like the Tekonsha is what is used when you order a brake controller from dealerships...right?
If this is the case, it makes sense to use this one. Any words of wisdom?
Ok, in other threads it looks like the Tekonsha is what is used when you order a brake controller from dealerships...right?
If this is the case, it makes sense to use this one. Any words of wisdom?
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Just because that's what dealerships like, doesn't mean that's what you need. There are two primary types, inertial and electronic. You need to pick which you need and make sure it will be capable of triggering your # of axles.
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Take a look at rv.net in the forums. Most of us are using the Prodigy. Supposedly its the same as the Ford, made by the same company. I just upgraded to it, plugs right in under the dash when you buy the Ford wire for another $10.
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Check this link out. Lowest price on a Prodogy v2.6 that I have found. Just ordered two...one for me...and one for my Dad.
http://www.rvwholesalers.com/index.php
Prodogy v2.6 = $94.99
Ford wiring harness = $11.99
Direct plug-in = Priceless
Good luck...
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http://www.rvwholesalers.com/index.php
Prodogy v2.6 = $94.99
Ford wiring harness = $11.99
Direct plug-in = Priceless
Good luck...
biz
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Bottom line....
1) You'll want the Tekonsha Prodigy
2) Even if Ford put a controller wiring harness in the glovebox (or anywhere else) you won't use it. When you order your Prodigy, tell them you want the Ford harness.
3) Remove the large panel below your steering column (held in place by four plastic twist-lock screws)
4) Look to the right of the open cavity and you'll see the factory plug-in harness, generally attached to a piller by one of those "ribbed" push-in holders.
See pic below...
1) You'll want the Tekonsha Prodigy
2) Even if Ford put a controller wiring harness in the glovebox (or anywhere else) you won't use it. When you order your Prodigy, tell them you want the Ford harness.
3) Remove the large panel below your steering column (held in place by four plastic twist-lock screws)
4) Look to the right of the open cavity and you'll see the factory plug-in harness, generally attached to a piller by one of those "ribbed" push-in holders.
See pic below...
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Originally Posted by msgtg
TXHillCountry...thanks dude! The photo really helped!
Like they say, a picture is worth a thousand words.
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