8492 - 2019 Ranger - Trailer Brake Controller Availability

[t4thfavor]

Where do they think they are mounting that knob?

90% they will put it left of the stick by the 4wd knob if equipped.

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[MT19RANGER]

Where do they think they are mounting that knob?

I'm sure right next to the shifter like the AU models we've seen pics of.

Here's the main redarc thread from Feb '19

https://www.ranger5g.com/forum/threads/redarc-tow-pro-elite-install.1924/

 

[Montana Ranger]

I'm sure right next to the shifter like the AU models we've seen pics of.

Here's the main redarc thread from Feb '19

https://www.ranger5g.com/forum/threads/redarc-tow-pro-elite-install.1924/

That's where the 4WD control knob is for those of us with 4WD.

 

[FX4Offroad]

Correct. Does anyone have and option/picture of another location for trucks with 4WD?

 

[rangerdanger]

Correct. Does anyone have and option/picture of another location for trucks with 4WD?

1 minute on Google Images

https://images.app.goo.gl/1u3iW41Ud46Wi7Vs9

 

[DrSafety]

Correct. Does anyone have and option/picture of another location for trucks with 4WD?

This is from Post 74 from the Redac Install thread that is stickied in Towing and referenced in the previous post.

 

[MT19RANGER]

That's where the 4WD control knob is for those of us with 4WD.

ok, here's the other one.

 

[t4thfavor]

I posted the RedArc installation guide for Australia somewhere on here, it shows exactly what the picture above shows. My guess is we will get exactly that document with the images mirror flipped and Ford logos where the RedArc ones used to be.

 

[ausable]

I'll volunteer to install ANYONE's BRAKE CONTROLLER that comes to my house with a sixer, a factory towing package, and some crimp on butte splices.

It's literally the easiest install I've EVER DONE for a brake controller. Those that have shops telling them they cannot install should absolutely find a different shop.

I've driven probably 2K miles this year with my ranger hooked to some sort of brake controlled trailer, and I assure you it's as safe as any other vehicle...

The Redarc is a little harder because you have to pull some trim pieces, but whatever, offer still stands. I'd rather be mildly inconvenienced by some IPA than have you all driving around pulling trailers that have no brakes

PM'd you.

Being likely close enough to take you up on your offer, LOL. Hooked up a basic Tekonsha yesterday and no go. The controller has been working for over a year, just fine, in our newer 2018 F-150. Feeling a bit sore from working in such a confined, awkward space with such short wires. Truck was built in September. Finding the four wires wasn't not too difficult. Can't figure out the access to lower portion of under-hood fuse box to check on fuse #64. Frustrating.

 

[t4thfavor]

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Everything you need to know can be found at the end of those wires. IF they all behave properly, then you know it's not the connections to the truck. It could still be in the trailer, and/or the controller.

 

[ausable]

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Everything you need to know can be found at the end of those wires. IF they all behave properly, then you know it's not the connections to the truck. It could still be in the trailer, and/or the controller.

That is correct, sir. Thank you.

 

[ausable]

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Everything you need to know can be found at the end of those wires. IF they all behave properly, then you know it's not the connections to the truck. It could still be in the trailer, and/or the controller.

OK, got it. Traced it back to fuse #64. Blown fuse. All good now, once I figured out how to get into that power distribution box under the hood. Found the cause. Short in pigtail of brake controller plug. It'll all be fine, just gotta get it done.

 

[t4thfavor]

See. I told you it was "easy". I blew the fuse on my jeep because for some reason the brake pedal had +12V and -12V on one wire, and +12V only on another. It was odd because I was only testing with the brake pressed I only saw the +12V everytime I plugged the controller in it would blow the fuse. Took me 3 days of scratching my head to check it for voltage when the brakes were not pushed...

 

[ausable]

See. I told you it was "easy". I blew the fuse on my jeep because for some reason the brake pedal had +12V and -12V on one wire, and +12V only on another. It was odd because I was only testing with the brake pressed I only saw the +12V everytime I plugged the controller in it would blow the fuse. Took me 3 days of scratching my head to check it for voltage when the brakes were not pushed...

The hardest part? Was the dang power distribution box and it's two layers. Good grief. You need a glass eye on a crooked stick and four hands to get in there. Second worst job was having to replace the controller pigtail and re-do all that work I just did yesterday.!!! My ribs are sore from laying on my side fighting that teeny tiny wire in that cramped compartment. May I never need to get down in there again. LOL

 

[Ray Miller]

Found this today, more than listed at SEMA

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