Ford F-250 Brake Controller Install

MFL wrote:

Grit dog wrote:
^So you’re saying the new Fords that don’t come with an IBC don’t come with an adapter and are no longer plug and play?
That’s horrible. Installing a brake controller in every brand of truck for the last 20+ years has been a snap.

My recommendation was considering that the OP does not appear equipped to do any sort of moderately involved work. And traditionally, adding an aftermarket brake controller was about as easy as falling off a log with no calks.

Not what I'm saying, didn't mean to stutter.

To clarify...IDK if OPs truck came with the OEM adapter, but I think it is likely. The OP would have to do same dash disassembly with either BC, in order to access the OEM port/plug. While the IBC module/controller attaches right to the waiting plug, the P3 would require using the Ford adapter, which will likely be 4 simple splices to the P3.

The IBC just pushes into opening, snaps in, done. The P3 needs locating best spot, drill a couple holes, keeping level side/side. Either install easy, but the IBC, just a bit easier, other than going to dealer for flash.

OP said cost not an issue. Personally, I would always spend more for factory setup, that comes with some advantages.

Jerry

Here is a photo of what was in my glove box. I also see a key which may be for the spare tire. If it is, I want to make a copy, quick. I just need to find a few minutes to look in the manual. As for the brake controller, I bought the factory version Friday from a dealer. I set up an appointment for Monday to get it installed.