Had the same problem today as I was hooking up my trailer for the first time. This is a scam how can they sell you a truck with the towing package and no fuse. So frustrating.
Great video, thank you. I have the same problem with 2018 F150 STX, that came with hitch and 7-prong plug in. (Though not the whole tow package.) No fuse or even fuse receptacle! Going to just hard-wire power in, hate to drill holes, but Ford customer service hasn't been any use. At some point Ford will have to acknowledge this problem, but I can't wait that long. Best of luck to you guys.
I struggled with this issue for 2 weeks on my 2019 F150. I kept doing the programming with forscan and kept getting the "trailer brake module fault". I was about to give up, I called Ford and they wanted $390 to get it set up. Then I stumbled on this video. Fortunately the '19 includes the pins for the fuse. Today I popped a 30A fuse in the box, enabled the 2 brake module settings and what do you know, it worked! It's unconscionable that Ford sells the vehicle with a trailer towing package without a brake control module, and then make it so difficult (and even underhanded) to install one. I wonder how many people have shelled out $400 for something that should have been included in the package. Thanks for saving me $$$.
@@georgereiske8452 OUCH! Sorry to hear that. Are you sure your checking the correct fuse position? It took me a little bit to figure out the correct slot. Eventually I traded that '19 6cyl for an '20 8cyl and had the same issue. I know the '18 didn't have the pins. Is yours maybe an early '19? Still you should be able to hardwire in a fused wire instead.
This is how most things are made. Most overall can do the top level trim stuff. They disable options, and lower the price you pay, then enable them when you're willing to "upgrade"
@@mateocarlos2674 Turns out my '19 6cyl couldn't do the job towing so I traded it in on a '20 5.0L F150. Ended up having to do the very same thing. While I was in there I deactivated the auto stop/start and enabled "Bambi" mode.
Not sure if everyone is just taking this guys word for it, not saying hes not true, because the 2018 is #24 but.....I'd double check YOUR owners manual for the location of YOUR trailer brake fuse location. I have a 2017 Lariat FX4 with tow package. There is not an OEM trailer brake controller in it. I am installing my old Prodigy 2. My fuse location is 49...Mine already has the 30a fuse in it. If you have a 2017 or before than check that out
Thanks for this! I've been having the same issue getting the module configured. My 2019 XLT at least has the fuse slot with pins, just no fuse from the factory. SHAME ON FORD for selling tow packages without a fuse panel to power the controller.
On the other hand, my XL isn't tow package, and in theory, I can add it with a $60 part from Ebay and a fuse.... so sometimes having that insider knowledge saves $$$
I too am having same problem. Went to tow a trailer last weekend, no power to the 7 or 4 pin plug. I took it to the dealer. Now I am waiting for the parts. If they can't fix this F##K Up on their part, they will be the proud owner of a 2018 F150 with 3000 miles on it!
Just bought a 2018 F-150 from Enterprise. Fuse 24 has no pins. I'll go aftermarket with a fused wire to the battery. Maybe Tekonsha P-3 Proportional Brake Controller - they have a good video on this.
After watching this video I checked my 2018 F150 STX crewcab and it has the 30 amp fuse installed from the factory. I purchased mine in the beginning of September if that makes a difference and it came from the KC plant.
If you guys have 2018 below an xlt or 300a then fuse pins are not present , I believe it is 302A and up package that has the pins in junction box. Easy way to tell what package you may have is if you have stationary rear bed window, then its more than likely 300A has no pins in Junction box. Keep in mind 2018 only. So anyone who bought a 2018 300A then it is a waste of money to get tow package. Unsure about 2019 and if they continued this with junction boxes and trim levels.
had a different issue but same problem, no pins in junction box. Ford does this on purpose to prevent people from making upgrades. You could hard wire a line to battery and add inline fuse. For me that option is not what I wanted today so I am upgrading my fuse box, replacing with one for a truck that has more options. Of-course ford wants to make that near impossible to do so you will have to upgrade part of engine bay harness also. Not as hard as it sounds but that is the solution I choose. Good luck on what you decide.
Installed my OEM brake controller today on a 2018 STX and initially had the same fault after engaging the module in FORScan. Checked position 24 in the fuse box and mine had pins ready to accept a 30 amp fuse. Plugged in fuse and no faults.
Mine is like yours. I have a 2018 STX 4x4. My only issue is that I only have Macbooks in my house and I need to program the truck for the controller. I downloaded Forscan Lite from the Apple store but I don't know if I can program the controller with that app. Do you know?
Fedex showed up, but in the meantime, I swapped Fuse 3 (wipers) into Fuse 24, and my fault is gone now too. The adjustments show up on the truck! YAY!!!!!
FYI, you can install the factory controller without the pins, you just need to run a fused wire from the battery over to the connector and T-Tap it in. Knowing ford, that wire is actually probably right below the fuse box. I know on my F250, there was actually spare wires through the fire wall for Upfitters, and Plow guys to add stuff. I haven't looked in this one yet, but I bet it is there, if you go over to the ford forums.
Tim Waddell My buddy has the same truck and you are correct about the up-fitter wiring. So someone with the 250 could go that route. Unfortunately the 150 does not get the up fitter wiring either
That's very frustrating. I've been messing with this for days. Ford said $450 to install and configure. I've already installed the brake controller, but can't get FORScan to work.
@@inthedarkwoods2022 sort of! I got it working, then it killed the battery twice! There was something wrong with the connection. I went ahead and had Ford redo it.
I appreciate you more than you know sir!!!! I’ve been trying to figure this for two years with two different trucks. Now however I’m curious if that’s why my rear trailer lights stay on after the truck is shut off. Any clue on that issue?
I am considering the purchase of a left over 18 F150 XL. It has the $995 "Tow package". I was puzzled to see that below the "Pro Backing Assist", there was only a dummy panel where the controller goes. If you shop for the controller for an XL, Ford says it's not available. Thanks for clarifying this. I assume you simply bought one for an XLT. This is quite a disappointment. If the dealer can't resolve this by providing the OEM controller installed and functional, I'll be shopping elsewhere.
Hello, I have a question and I hope you can help me, I have the F-150 XL 2020 with the most basic display, I have carried out all the steps, in the IPC module only one option appears to activate, I did it and everything is in order, the intensity controller works, but it doesn't appear on the screen when I increase or decrease the braking intensity, nothing appears but it does work, any suggestions? Do I have to activate something else to get the information on the screen?
Same issue here, dealership ended up running a hard wire from the battery to the back of the TBC wiring harness and installed a 30 AMP in line fuse on the line. No issues. Plug and play after that.
I also had this issue, and got nothing but dead air from Ford Service USA (e-mail) and Ford Service Social Media (Twitter). They told me there wasn't a Trailer Brake Controller available. My dealer (Downtown Ford of Sacramento) is now installing a workaround after a frustrating week complaining through dealer channels to Ford. I will post details of that workaround should it work. This video allowed me to show the dealer it wasn't a "programming issue" - and I want to thank you for that. Please send me an e-mail address where I can reach you.
At the dealer today on this with my 2018 F150 XLT. The sales manager and service manager bent over backwards and found out ford has come out with a $15.00 power adapter plug to solve this. They will be available August 1, 2018. TY Kevin and John at Mac Hiak Ford. I am going with factory brake controller but people after market should be able to order from their dealer.
My 2018 f150 lariat has the fuses and wiring from the factory. Don’t understand why when you get the max tow package that the controller is not installed for what you pay extra for the tow package?? But anyway mine was built in Dearborn. Maybe the ones that don’t have the wiring are from another plant?? I’ve installed the factory controller myself and will be activating the modules soon. I’ll keep my fingers crossed that it will work.
Our dealer is just waiting for an updated fuse box to replace the one that doesnt have a fuse for tbc. Going in this week to get installed, also we asked for oem tow mirrors and ford said they can installed it but the power adjustments will not work 🤔😡
I talked a tech at the local Ford dealer, that deals strictly with after market products and he said connecting a FUSED 30 amp, hot wire straight from the battery to the controller will work fine.
Ford has a special add-on kit that addresses this: Part No: JL3Z-14A411-C (but you could easily make your own) accessories.ford.com/catalog/product/view/id/12138/s/kit/category/225/
I wanted to use the 12v TRAILER TOW BATTERY CHARGER , that's the + into the 7pins trailer connector , but no 12v present there. The connector is wired, i checked the fuse box, it should be fuse #30, i got no fuse in there, i got no pins available for that fuse. I'm really frustrated about that, a BIG nonsense from ford. They wired the connector but that wire is not fused to the truck.
I have an aftermarket controller with an adapter plug for my 2018 5.0 XLT. My fuse location has pins, so I plugged everything in, and I get all kinds of errors. Check 4x4, emergency brakes fault, etc, and still no power to my controller. I pulled the fuse and alerts went away. Should I splice in the factory harness that came with the truck, to the controller harness? Maybe the configuration is different.
What is the part number for the controller? I checked my fusebox and have a fuse present and all in my truck. I just can't get the part here in Canada but found one in the States. Thanks!
Even if we do find 12VDC in the connector, does one have to interface with the computer to "Enable" the controller? Most of us don't have that capability.
so not sure if this issue is early 18 models or what.... I just took delivery of my sxt, it was built 4-18 so it is literally a couple months old. Mine has the pins in fuse 24 slot, but no fuse. Just installed my brake controller today. I thought it odd about your comment and sure enough, Etrailer shows the same issue on 17-18 F150's.... So my sxt has power group 101A, and a hitch. So no mention of "tow package" but I believe it depends on how the dealer orders the truck. The only mention of "tow" is the 10spd transmission. My truck does have the "smart tow connector" but does not have the backup assist like yours. It has a factory hitch. So I can't figure out why your truck would have a tow package, with trailer backup assist, bumper wiring, a hitch yet not fuse pins for a brake controller. I did see on etrailer they have a harness to run power, but that really sucks you can't just plug it in like the F250's. Heck i was irritated they didn't include a either fuse for the brake controller. But you not having pins would be worse.
I just looked at mine, and it is fuse ready, but need to pick up a brake controller still. I have the 2018 5.0 STX package, i think its the same as yours.
Have. 2018 F150 . Added brake controller from factory at dealer. Picked up 2019 trailer had interior lights, went to turn on other day and no interior lights?!? Have running lights . Checked truck fuses and all is good ?!? Maybe trailer wires inside no good ? It’s brand new?
Does anybody know how to install the fused jumper harness kit JL3Z-14A411-C. I have looked online and every time someone comes up with a video, its been taken down. I'm not sure where the 12vdc wire goes to. Thanks
Same issue here.....no help from Ford or dealership. What is the solution? Did you the change out the fuse panel with the "high capacity" fuse panel that Ford makes?
Ok heres the thing and its just weird, i just got done installing the break controller, and found out i do not have the 30amp fuse nor the pins to install the fuse on the fuse#24. But i went ahead and installed the break controller anyways and run the forscan to enable it. And when i got done with all that, i tried the break controller and its working, with no fuse or nothing i just plugged in the stock harness that was already there behind the dash and its got power running to it, it seems like is functioning just fine wish i though it was weird.
Just installed an aftermarket controller on my '18 F150 work truck. Went to put in a fuse and holy $*** I was mad. Ford is getting an ear full from me thats for sure. Let us know if you have a fix.
You need to go to Ford. I bought mine today and the dealer made me check slot 24 before they would sell it to me. They told me it was a screw up at the factory and a bunch of 2018 F-150's went out with your very problem. Fortunately mine has what it needs but if I were you I would be contacting Ford and demanding they fix there f-up! Good luck.
Went to Ford today to install the controller and they quoted me a 157$ CAD and 1 hour labour. They called me later in the day told me I needed to replace battery junction box due to missing fuse #24 at a cost of 291.14$ and 65 $ labour. I told them I ordered towing package and they told me the salesman should have told me to order the heavy duty towing package. So in short the OEM fix in canada right now is Controller 157$ Junction box 291 $ Labour 150$ ish 600$ ish - OEM
eric thornton they won’t do for free? I mean a fuse box that won’t support a trailer brake controller makes the entire truck useless for anyone who wanted to use the towing capacity they advertised
Dealer I bought the truck from didn't even know Ford did this. When I tried to have service install the Brake control they said they couldn't. They told me about the Fuse holder and said if you try to cross it, it burns out wires. I told them when I was looking that I have a 33' trailer and they said this truck would tow it. It has the tow package on it. Why would you put a tow package but no way to install the tow breaks? I had to file a grievance with Ford and waiting to hear... SMH I would have NEVER bought this truck had I known you couldn't install a the tow breaks
So uh, how did the fix this? I’m at the exact same point. Guessing they just added a direct hot wire from battery with 20/30 amp breaker to the black line from brake controller? Ford basically told me to pound sand.
If you already have it, you likely have fusebox part number JL3Z-14A068-E. If you don't have it, you need to install this fusebox, for a few hundred bucks. Then you can use JL3Z-19H332-AA (accessory part number) or JL3Z-2C006-AA (factory equipped part number) brake controller like normal
Chris Tappe I haven’t tested it via a Trailer but per etrailer and my research I should be good to go. You actually only need a few parts out of the etrailer package. I’ll post it when I get home tomorrow.
The Teconsha Prodigy (if that's what you're getting) is wired to 12 volts hot all the time. It switches itself off when not in use. Tap into a hot wire before it's intended load, install an appropriate breaker, and run to your controller power wire. Check etrailer.com for helpful videos. Use 12 gauge wire. Use 12 gauge for your ground too if that's also not in Ford's plug. The blue wire going back to the 7 pin should already be there.
i went to my local dealership and they said there is no trailer brake module available from Ford yet and they don't know when it is coming out. 2017 is not compatible.
I BOUGHT A 2018 F150 XLT WITH TRAILER PACKAGE AND BRAKE CONTROLLER IN DECEMBER OF 2017 FOR THE PURPOSE OF PULLING A TRAVEL TRAILER. NOW FORD IS TELLING ME THE BRAKE CONTROLLER IS NOT AVAILABLE. DOERS ANYONE HAVE ANY SUGGESTIONS?
I think his f-150 originally doesn't have the factory tow brake and he adds the OEM part to it but finds that fusebox doesn't even have the pin inside. as far as I know, the xlt platform only when you order the max tow package you will have factory installed tow brake. Not sure the stx, but I suspect it's the same. BTW, you might already know, there are trailer tow package (up to 11100lb) and max trailer tow package (up to 13200lb). Only max trailer tow package comes with the brake control.
For anyone having this issue on their 2018 you need part # JL3Z-14A411-C. Its a retrofit kit. In addition there is a good video on installing it th-cam.com/video/dOgYdh1hWPQ/w-d-xo.html
Had the same problem today as I was hooking up my trailer for the first time. This is a scam how can they sell you a truck with the towing package and no fuse.
So frustrating.
Great video, thank you. I have the same problem with 2018 F150 STX, that came with hitch and 7-prong plug in. (Though not the whole tow package.) No fuse or even fuse receptacle! Going to just hard-wire power in, hate to drill holes, but Ford customer service hasn't been any use. At some point Ford will have to acknowledge this problem, but I can't wait that long. Best of luck to you guys.
I struggled with this issue for 2 weeks on my 2019 F150. I kept doing the programming with forscan and kept getting the "trailer brake module fault". I was about to give up, I called Ford and they wanted $390 to get it set up. Then I stumbled on this video. Fortunately the '19 includes the pins for the fuse. Today I popped a 30A fuse in the box, enabled the 2 brake module settings and what do you know, it worked! It's unconscionable that Ford sells the vehicle with a trailer towing package without a brake control module, and then make it so difficult (and even underhanded) to install one. I wonder how many people have shelled out $400 for something that should have been included in the package. Thanks for saving me $$$.
I have a 2019 ford f-150 and it does not have the pins for the fuse
@@georgereiske8452 OUCH! Sorry to hear that. Are you sure your checking the correct fuse position? It took me a little bit to figure out the correct slot. Eventually I traded that '19 6cyl for an '20 8cyl and had the same issue. I know the '18 didn't have the pins. Is yours maybe an early '19? Still you should be able to hardwire in a fused wire instead.
@@jaymac1500 My truck was made early 2019. I'm sure of the fuse location.
This is how most things are made. Most overall can do the top level trim stuff. They disable options, and lower the price you pay, then enable them when you're willing to "upgrade"
@@mateocarlos2674 Turns out my '19 6cyl couldn't do the job towing so I traded it in on a '20 5.0L F150. Ended up having to do the very same thing. While I was in there I deactivated the auto stop/start and enabled "Bambi" mode.
My 2019 F150, I just discovered is the same way. even more frustrating is the truck included the tow package!!
Not sure if everyone is just taking this guys word for it, not saying hes not true, because the 2018 is #24 but.....I'd double check YOUR owners manual for the location of YOUR trailer brake fuse location. I have a 2017 Lariat FX4 with tow package. There is not an OEM trailer brake controller in it. I am installing my old Prodigy 2. My fuse location is 49...Mine already has the 30a fuse in it. If you have a 2017 or before than check that out
fused jumper harness kit JL3Z-14A411-C
Pay attention everyone......!!!! This comment just saved everyone so you can all stop freaking out now!!!!!!
Thanks for this! I've been having the same issue getting the module configured. My 2019 XLT at least has the fuse slot with pins, just no fuse from the factory. SHAME ON FORD for selling tow packages without a fuse panel to power the controller.
On the other hand, my XL isn't tow package, and in theory, I can add it with a $60 part from Ebay and a fuse.... so sometimes having that insider knowledge saves $$$
I too am having same problem. Went to tow a trailer last weekend, no power to the 7 or 4 pin plug. I took it to the dealer. Now I am waiting for the parts.
If they can't fix this F##K Up on their part, they will be the proud owner of a 2018 F150 with 3000 miles on it!
Just bought a 2018 F-150 from Enterprise. Fuse 24 has no pins. I'll go aftermarket with a fused wire to the battery. Maybe Tekonsha P-3 Proportional Brake Controller - they have a good video on this.
After watching this video I checked my 2018 F150 STX crewcab and it has the 30 amp fuse installed from the factory. I purchased mine in the beginning of September if that makes a difference and it came from the KC plant.
If you guys have 2018 below an xlt or 300a then fuse pins are not present , I believe it is 302A and up package that has the pins in junction box. Easy way to tell what package you may have is if you have stationary rear bed window, then its more than likely 300A has no pins in Junction box. Keep in mind 2018 only. So anyone who bought a 2018 300A then it is a waste of money to get tow package. Unsure about 2019 and if they continued this with junction boxes and trim levels.
there is a jumper that is available from ford to directly wire into your truck for this. the part number is JL3Z-14A411-C. this covers 2018-2019 f150s
$67 for a jumper wire? Pah!
Awesome best answer yet! Other than a possible Ford is fixing it. :)
It's more than just a wire with "FORD" stamped on it, right? I mean what does this jumper do, what does it bridge. Give us some DIY please.....
had a different issue but same problem, no pins in junction box. Ford does this on purpose to prevent people from making upgrades. You could hard wire a line to battery and add inline fuse. For me that option is not what I wanted today so I am upgrading my fuse box, replacing with one for a truck that has more options. Of-course ford wants to make that near impossible to do so you will have to upgrade part of engine bay harness also. Not as hard as it sounds but that is the solution I choose. Good luck on what you decide.
Installed my OEM brake controller today on a 2018 STX and initially had the same fault after engaging the module in FORScan. Checked position 24 in the fuse box and mine had pins ready to accept a 30 amp fuse. Plugged in fuse and no faults.
Mine is like yours. I have a 2018 STX 4x4. My only issue is that I only have Macbooks in my house and I need to program the truck for the controller. I downloaded Forscan Lite from the Apple store but I don't know if I can program the controller with that app. Do you know?
Just waiting for FedEx to show up, then I'll go to the store and get my own 30A fuse and see if my fault goes away
Fedex showed up, but in the meantime, I swapped Fuse 3 (wipers) into Fuse 24, and my fault is gone now too. The adjustments show up on the truck! YAY!!!!!
FYI, you can install the factory controller without the pins, you just need to run a fused wire from the battery over to the connector and T-Tap it in. Knowing ford, that wire is actually probably right below the fuse box. I know on my F250, there was actually spare wires through the fire wall for Upfitters, and Plow guys to add stuff. I haven't looked in this one yet, but I bet it is there, if you go over to the ford forums.
Tim Waddell
My buddy has the same truck and you are correct about the up-fitter wiring. So someone with the 250 could go that route. Unfortunately the 150 does not get the up fitter wiring either
what did you find out from Ford about the missing power feed?
That's very frustrating. I've been messing with this for days. Ford said $450 to install and configure. I've already installed the brake controller, but can't get FORScan to work.
Did you ever fix it?
@@inthedarkwoods2022 sort of! I got it working, then it killed the battery twice! There was something wrong with the connection. I went ahead and had Ford redo it.
I appreciate you more than you know sir!!!! I’ve been trying to figure this for two years with two different trucks. Now however I’m curious if that’s why my rear trailer lights stay on after the truck is shut off. Any clue on that issue?
I am considering the purchase of a left over 18 F150 XL. It has the $995 "Tow package". I was puzzled to see that below the "Pro Backing Assist", there was only a dummy panel where the controller goes. If you shop for the controller for an XL, Ford says it's not available. Thanks for clarifying this. I assume you simply bought one for an XLT. This is quite a disappointment. If the dealer can't resolve this by providing the OEM controller installed and functional, I'll be shopping elsewhere.
Hello, I have a question and I hope you can help me, I have the F-150 XL 2020 with the most basic display, I have carried out all the steps, in the IPC module only one option appears to activate, I did it and everything is in order, the intensity controller works, but it doesn't appear on the screen when I increase or decrease the braking intensity, nothing appears but it does work, any suggestions? Do I have to activate something else to get the information on the screen?
Same issue here, dealership ended up running a hard wire from the battery to the back of the TBC wiring harness and installed a 30 AMP in line fuse on the line. No issues. Plug and play after that.
Do you know which wire the tap to it?
I also had this issue, and got nothing but dead air from Ford Service USA (e-mail) and Ford Service Social Media (Twitter). They told me there wasn't a Trailer Brake Controller available. My dealer (Downtown Ford of Sacramento) is now installing a workaround after a frustrating week complaining through dealer channels to Ford. I will post details of that workaround should it work.
This video allowed me to show the dealer it wasn't a "programming issue" - and I want to thank you for that. Please send me an e-mail address where I can reach you.
Yep this is a shame Ford. What the heck were they thinking!!!
At the dealer today on this with my 2018 F150 XLT. The sales manager and service manager bent over backwards and found out ford has come out with a $15.00 power adapter plug to solve this. They will be available August 1, 2018. TY Kevin and John at Mac Hiak Ford. I am going with factory brake controller but people after market should be able to order from their dealer.
My 2018 f150 lariat has the fuses and wiring from the factory. Don’t understand why when you get the max tow package that the controller is not installed for what you pay extra for the tow package?? But anyway mine was built in Dearborn. Maybe the ones that don’t have the wiring are from another plant?? I’ve installed the factory controller myself and will be activating the modules soon. I’ll keep my fingers crossed that it will work.
I wired an aftermarket controller into the harness that came in my glovebox and it worked perfect? '18 XLT 3.5....
Our dealer is just waiting for an updated fuse box to replace the one that doesnt have a fuse for tbc. Going in this week to get installed, also we asked for oem tow mirrors and ford said they can installed it but the power adjustments will not work 🤔😡
I talked a tech at the local Ford dealer, that deals strictly with after market products and he said connecting a FUSED 30 amp, hot wire straight from the battery to the controller will work fine.
Which wire do you tap the power to on the installed wiring harness, the black right?
Fuse is on right side passenger compartment it is #4, 5amp. Dealer will have to program.
I enable mine from Forscan
Ford has a special add-on kit that addresses this: Part No: JL3Z-14A411-C (but you could easily make your own)
accessories.ford.com/catalog/product/view/id/12138/s/kit/category/225/
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I wanted to use the 12v TRAILER TOW BATTERY CHARGER , that's the + into the 7pins trailer connector , but no 12v present there. The connector is wired, i checked the fuse box, it should be fuse #30, i got no fuse in there, i got no pins available for that fuse. I'm really frustrated about that, a BIG nonsense from ford. They wired the connector but that wire is not fused to the truck.
I have an aftermarket controller with an adapter plug for my 2018 5.0 XLT. My fuse location has pins, so I plugged everything in, and I get all kinds of errors. Check 4x4, emergency brakes fault, etc, and still no power to my controller. I pulled the fuse and alerts went away. Should I splice in the factory harness that came with the truck, to the controller harness? Maybe the configuration is different.
lowlight great video . were did you buy the software to be able to connect with your computor?
Search FORSCAN on google. Tons of info. Its great.
I have a ford with a build date of june I have the right fuse I installed my brake controller today
What is the part number for the controller? I checked my fusebox and have a fuse present and all in my truck. I just can't get the part here in Canada but found one in the States. Thanks!
Which wire needs 12v?
Do you know guys where is the park brake sensor module located?? I need to replace it but I not sure where is it ... mine is a 2018 xl stx
Even if we do find 12VDC in the connector, does one have to interface with the computer to "Enable" the controller? Most of us don't have that capability.
Yes you are correct, you will need forscan to turn it on in the pcm. Or the dealer will have to do it.
so not sure if this issue is early 18 models or what.... I just took delivery of my sxt, it was built 4-18 so it is literally a couple months old. Mine has the pins in fuse 24 slot, but no fuse. Just installed my brake controller today. I thought it odd about your comment and sure enough, Etrailer shows the same issue on 17-18 F150's....
So my sxt has power group 101A, and a hitch. So no mention of "tow package" but I believe it depends on how the dealer orders the truck. The only mention of "tow" is the 10spd transmission. My truck does have the "smart tow connector" but does not have the backup assist like yours. It has a factory hitch. So I can't figure out why your truck would have a tow package, with trailer backup assist, bumper wiring, a hitch yet not fuse pins for a brake controller. I did see on etrailer they have a harness to run power, but that really sucks you can't just plug it in like the F250's. Heck i was irritated they didn't include a either fuse for the brake controller. But you not having pins would be worse.
I just looked at mine, and it is fuse ready, but need to pick up a brake controller still. I have the 2018 5.0 STX package, i think its the same as yours.
Have. 2018 F150 . Added brake controller from factory at dealer. Picked up 2019 trailer had interior lights, went to turn on other day and no interior lights?!? Have running lights . Checked truck fuses and all is good ?!? Maybe trailer wires inside no good ? It’s brand new?
Did you try with lights turned on in truck, made a difference on mine.
Have to get a jumper kit. You can have it turned on.
I have the exact same problem. I installed it and activated it threw ForScan. No power to the harness. Thats a damn shame.
Yes I went to ford and they said I was wrong its no problems but it is thank you for telling me
Does anybody know how to install the fused jumper harness kit JL3Z-14A411-C. I have looked online and every time someone comes up with a video, its been taken down. I'm not sure where the 12vdc wire goes to. Thanks
Same issue here.....no help from Ford or dealership. What is the solution? Did you the change out the fuse panel with the "high capacity" fuse panel that Ford makes?
They have an over priced jumper wire as a fix. JL3Z-14A411-C
what did you end up doing to fix this?
Ok heres the thing and its just weird, i just got done installing the break controller, and found out i do not have the 30amp fuse nor the pins to install the fuse on the fuse#24. But i went ahead and installed the break controller anyways and run the forscan to enable it. And when i got done with all that, i tried the break controller and its working, with no fuse or nothing i just plugged in the stock harness that was already there behind the dash and its got power running to it, it seems like is functioning just fine wish i though it was weird.
Just installed an aftermarket controller on my '18 F150 work truck. Went to put in a fuse and holy $*** I was mad. Ford is getting an ear full from me thats for sure. Let us know if you have a fix.
Collin Rogers did you find a way to make this work?
Lowlight, do you have the part number for the adapter found in the glove box?
Thanks
FL3T-15A416-AB on the package; FL3T-14A348-AA on harness in packaging.
fl3t-15a416-ab
You need to go to Ford. I bought mine today and the dealer made me check slot 24 before they would sell it to me. They told me it was a screw up at the factory and a bunch of 2018 F-150's went out with your very problem. Fortunately mine has what it needs but if I were you I would be contacting Ford and demanding they fix there f-up! Good luck.
Went to Ford today to install the controller and they quoted me a 157$ CAD and 1 hour labour. They called me later in the day told me I needed to replace battery junction box due to missing fuse #24 at a cost of 291.14$ and 65 $ labour. I told them I ordered towing package and they told me the salesman should have told me to order the heavy duty towing package. So in short the OEM fix in canada right now is
Controller 157$
Junction box 291 $
Labour 150$ ish
600$ ish - OEM
eric thornton they won’t do for free? I mean a fuse box that won’t support a trailer brake controller makes the entire truck useless for anyone who wanted to use the towing capacity they advertised
That's just BS. A tow package should be ready to go out the door. A heavy duty one should just increase the numbers.
Dealer I bought the truck from didn't even know Ford did this. When I tried to have service install the Brake control they said they couldn't. They told me about the Fuse holder and said if you try to cross it, it burns out wires. I told them when I was looking that I have a 33' trailer and they said this truck would tow it. It has the tow package on it. Why would you put a tow package but no way to install the tow breaks? I had to file a grievance with Ford and waiting to hear... SMH I would have NEVER bought this truck had I known you couldn't install a the tow breaks
Victor Adamson have you found a solution?
They now offer a jumper wire kit. Albeit over priced. JL3Z-14A411-C
So uh, how did the fix this? I’m at the exact same point. Guessing they just added a direct hot wire from battery with 20/30 amp breaker to the black line from brake controller? Ford basically told me to pound sand.
Is the black wire on the wiring harness the power wire, to tap into?
Did you ever fix this Issue??
What did you end up doing?
Seems a good lawyer might be able to help us all… is there such a person?
I have the same issue with no fuse please let us know what the answer is
If you already have it, you likely have fusebox part number JL3Z-14A068-E. If you don't have it, you need to install this fusebox, for a few hundred bucks. Then you can use JL3Z-19H332-AA (accessory part number) or JL3Z-2C006-AA (factory equipped part number) brake controller like normal
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You can just wire it via an Etrailer part. I’ll respond tomorrow when mine is done if it works.
Chris Tappe I haven’t tested it via a Trailer but per etrailer and my research I should be good to go. You actually only need a few parts out of the etrailer package. I’ll post it when I get home tomorrow.
Chris Tappe www.etrailer.com/Accessories-and-Parts/Draw-Tite/5506.html
I'm having the same problem what do you suggest I do I got the trailer brake coming in the mail
The Teconsha Prodigy (if that's what you're getting) is wired to 12 volts hot all the time. It switches itself off when not in use. Tap into a hot wire before it's intended load, install an appropriate breaker, and run to your controller power wire. Check etrailer.com for helpful videos. Use 12 gauge wire. Use 12 gauge for your ground too if that's also not in Ford's plug. The blue wire going back to the 7 pin should already be there.
i went to my local dealership and they said there is no trailer brake module available from Ford yet and they don't know when it is coming out. 2017 is not compatible.
Man there are plenty of those controllers for sale. Don't know what you are talking about.
I BOUGHT A 2018 F150 XLT WITH TRAILER PACKAGE AND BRAKE CONTROLLER IN DECEMBER OF 2017 FOR THE PURPOSE OF PULLING A TRAVEL TRAILER. NOW FORD IS TELLING ME THE BRAKE CONTROLLER IS NOT AVAILABLE. DOERS ANYONE HAVE ANY SUGGESTIONS?
They now have a jumper wire for sale. JL3Z-14A411-C over priced but a solution.
so a 2018 Ford F150 with factory tow package the brake controller wont work and doesnt have a fuse ran? This doesnt make any sense.
I think his f-150 originally doesn't have the factory tow brake and he adds the OEM part to it but finds that fusebox doesn't even have the pin inside. as far as I know, the xlt platform only when you order the max tow package you will have factory installed tow brake. Not sure the stx, but I suspect it's the same. BTW, you might already know, there are trailer tow package (up to 11100lb) and max trailer tow package (up to 13200lb). Only max trailer tow package comes with the brake control.
Makes perfect sense.. STX is a very base model truck lol
For anyone having this issue on their 2018 you need part # JL3Z-14A411-C. Its a retrofit kit. In addition there is a good video on installing it th-cam.com/video/dOgYdh1hWPQ/w-d-xo.html
This video gives a path for adding the power when Fuse 24 doesn't have pins. th-cam.com/video/ImwqeK49NsU/w-d-xo.html
Please let me no thanks
That’s a Ford for you
should of looked into that bro.