Tow Package or No?

[5150 pops]

I'm guessing there is wiring as well? because the controller is just the box, no wiring, no looms and if the switch assembly arrives same then we are still missing bits.

It's - 22C here so I'm not shlepping out to a breakers to disassemble an f-150 to check

According to the F-150 forum the wiring harness is already inside the dash, once you remove the two screws and the cubby, you should see it.

 

[Plati]

A wise man once told me "you can never have too much truck"

 

[JohnT]

According to the F-150 forum the wiring harness is already inside the dash, once you remove the two screws and the cubby, you should see it.

I get that there is harness already present for the module (indicated below in Green) it looks like there is a standalone cable or bundle of cables that run from the controller module to the user switch module as indicated below in red. Do they come with the user controls or are they a separate buy??

Everything in green I believe I have, the blue is a "yet to buy" item and the red is question mark, does it exit?

Car --> Harness --> Brake control module --> User Controls

But thanks for the comment

 

[5150 pops]

I didn't realize it took two components for the brake controller. I took the time to look up the actual dash switch. What a pain. Here is the number JL3Z-2C006-AA

A metal box with several square connectors attached to a mounting bracket. So basically the control module is separate to the switch gear.

I get that there is harness already present for the module (indicated below in Green) it looks like there is a standalone cable or bundle of cables that run from the controller module to the user switch module as indicated below in red. Do they come with the user controls or are they a separate buy??

Everything in green I believe I have, the blue is a "yet to buy" item and the red is question mark, does it exit?

Car --> Harness --> Brake control module --> User Controls

But thanks for the comment

Maybe this ad with an actual picture would help...
https://www.ebay.com/p/OEM-In-dash-...Module-2018-Ford-F-150-JL3Z2C006AA/8012527992

 

[Uturn]

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[Uturn]

OK, I just looked at mine and found the trailer brake module and wiring harness already there, which means only the controller switch (JL3Z-2C006-AA) in the dash and programming is needed. To verify you already have the module, look under the dash just to the left of the brake pedal assembly. The module is located on a bracket with three wire connections facing outward. Mine is white with a tag on the left side that says "MOD & BRKT ASSY TRL". The harness connector that plugs into the switch is plugged into the back of the cubby That needs to be removed to install the switch.

 

[JohnT]

Aha. OK going to check this evening. If thats the case I will send the controller back and order the controller switch assembly.

 

[ETC13]

What is the current status on being able to add the brake controller? Only controller switch (JL3Z-2C006-AA) Needed?

Also, has Forscan been able to program for such yet?

 

[X BRONCO OWNER]

Does anyone know what the towing rating is for a FX4 without the heavy duty tow package?

 

[dlcorbett]

6000lbs

 

[X BRONCO OWNER]

ok thanks I thought the 3:73's with the FX4 might bump the rating up but guess not

 

[shane_th_ee]

9000-9200, but you have to add the trailer brake controller. ~$500 as a dealer installed option

 

[theoldwizard1]

On the 3rd Gen, the tow package include an upgraded radiator, auxiliary trans cooler and the 3.73 rear axle ratio.

Are these no longer included in the 4th Gen tow package ?

 

[shane_th_ee]

On the 3rd Gen, the tow package include an upgraded radiator, auxiliary trans cooler and the 3.73 rear axle ratio. Are these no longer included in the 4th Gen tow package ?

The towing package doesn't bring the aux trans cooler, as I believe it's now standard. But X Bronco Owner's question is prompted by the fact that the FX4 package also gets you the 3.73 rear axle and the upgraded radiator. The only thing the FX4 package doesn't bring is the ITB and the Pro-trailer Backup assist.

This is a differentiator compared to the Z71 Suburban/Tahoe as the Z71 comes with the 3.42 rear axle and no towing package option. So the FX4 ends up with 50% more towing capacity vs the Z71.

 

[Turbrodude]

Aha. OK going to check this evening. If thats the case I will send the controller back and order the controller switch assembly.

So did it work out? Is there a simple write up for adding the brake controller?

 

[shane_th_ee]

So did it work out? Is there a simple write up for adding the brake controller?

Simple:

Step 1) Contact Dealer and schedule appointment
Step 2) Drop Expedition off at the appointed time.
Step 3) Wait
Step 4) Pay dealer ~$540

 

[JohnT]

So did it work out? Is there a simple write up for adding the brake controller?

I havne't got around to looking yet, life intruded

 

[shawn grodzicki]

Older thread but I tow about the same weight as OP and went for the tow package. Better safe than sorry when it comes to towing!

 

[iexpylongtime]

Anyone with experience towing 29 ft TT with Expy Max XLT wo HD Tow package, 3.31 Rear axle.
TT specs :
Empty 5,060
Max 6,500
hitch : 600lbs

 

[LyoddChrissmiss]

I guessing no slides on dat 29’ trailer. Sounds kinda light.
Anyways based on the numbers your giving, she will do it.
Get a good quality WDH and some sumo spings and camp away.

I pull a 26’ Forest River TT 5900 Dry, 7100 loaded. I have a 20’ XLT non HD with added brake controller. I take it easy but never any issues.