This was really helpful for me, but you left out a few steps. 1. When routing the cable under the dash make sure and say f&&k a min of 10 times and dagnabit Ford - 3 times otherwise the cable will not go through properly. 2. When unplugging the harness under the steering wheel plan to scrape at min 4 inches of skin off your knuckle. If this isn’t done the install will not be considered complete to spec. Thanks for making this!
Just an FYI , i work at a Ford Dealership, they did a trailer pkg. on a 1st edition . They said it was a pain in the ass , had half the rear trim out rewiring . after hearing that I ordered mine w/a factory install.
Great video, but question.. did your Bronco have the tow package from the dealer/factory? Wondering how you wired to the 7 pin on the hitch if it didn’t?
Yes it did the pigtail under dash is there in the known equipped broncos but you’d have to wire out the rear at bumper. While I’m not curtain I think there’s a harness out back somewhere
@@ChaseGentry Well, a year later and my Bronco is still MIA. But the good news is last week I finally found one similar to my original build that the dealer was willing to sell at MSRP. Thanks for all the videos Chase, kept me motivated to keep looking, even though I admittedly had mostly given up in the last few months. 2D v6 WITH factory tow! The Redarc is on the way! PM me if you ever venture towards SoCal and Ill buy you and the better half a beer! 🍻
Thanks for the video. I am going to be installing it. Can I make it any easier by installing everything near the left foot steering well? Or does it have to be near the glove box in which case I think it makes sense to do it in center console. Any advice is much appreciated.
@@ChaseGentry Im referring to the lower smaller hole. I understand the center pilot was to prevent bit walk when drilling the larger hole. Looking at the template more I see the smaller hole extends outside of the larger hole a bit and the snap down cover must orient itself with this small divot. So, if you wanted to install the cover and knob upside down (which I've seen other Bronco owners do) just flip the template. That way, in the driver's seat looking down on the control knob, the lettering is oriented right side up.
When you have the brake controller all the way as low as it goes does the 0 align at the dead top center of the unit and 10 if it's all the way up? I had it installed by my Ford dealership on a 2022 Ranger and the 0 is not on top when it's all the way to the left, nor is the 10 at the top when it's all the way to the right so I'm not sure if they installed it correctly
That box is inertia sensing so it needs to be hard mounted on something that’s body mounted. Also the knob right under your hands natural resting position is ideal to make brake adjustments. Last reason both Redarc and Ford have the kit setup for those locations too.
I have a 22 BD without tow package. I hooked up the controller but it is not working. No power?? The button does not light up.. what could be the issue?
So since you did not have tow pack it maybe not fused. While the harness is there the circuit may not be powered I don’t want to lie to ya I’m not 100%
@Chase Gentry Sorry. My Bronco did not have the tow package. I installed a hitch and 4 flat trailer wiring. I was wondering if the wire that activates the electric brakes is someplace at the rear of the vehicle.
@@vh3531 ohh I see that’s a good question. There’s should be a pigtail under there somewhere but you’d probably have to pull wiring diagram to verify. Then just order missing items.
Could you help me with something. If you don't have the trailer not connected, is there a way to test whether everything is working. My controllers remote knob doesn't light up. I also used a led test but it doesn't light up too.
Thanks for the great video! I have a couple of questions: 1. I’m having my dealer remove the towing capability option from my 2022 Bronco order and will install my own receiver and 4-wire kit. If I later want to add this brake controller, will I still have the same wiring harness there under the dash, right of the accelerator, to connect into? 2. I’m sure tastes and opinions will vary, but with the window switches being “upside down” so they appear right-side up when the driver of passenger looks down at them, was there any particular reason you didn’t flip the brake control switch to be oriented consistently with those? Thanks!
Your removing the factory receiver and removing the 4 & 7 pin plugs? Why? I’d leave that there and if your bronco comes equipped with factory towing pack it’ll be wired for controller under dash. As far as switch since it’s a rotation to me I prefer it right side up
@@ChaseGentry Like a lot of people, I reserved in July 2020, ordered a MY2021 as soon as I could, then had to convert my order to a MY2022, and have grown tired of waiting. The dealer has told me for months that if I remove the tow package, it will probably speed things up. He told me their dealership could install the hitch and wiring as a dealer-installed option, but it would be about $1200 after tax. I told him I would keep holding out and hoping Ford would fix the supply chain issues to have the factory kit and not spend an extra $600 having them do it. Then I saw that the tow package didn't include the brake controller anyway, and I could get the Curt hitch receiver (www.curtmfg.com/part/13493 or www.roughcountry.com/receiver-hitch-51062.html?find=2022-ford-bronco-4wd-856075) and a 4-pole wiring harness (www.etrailer.com/Custom-Fit-Vehicle-Wiring/Ford/Bronco/2022/TK99VR.html?VehicleID=20226004632 -- all I need for now) for well under $300 after tax & shipping. I figure if I ever do need a brake controller, I can install one like you did, and update to a 7- and 4-pole connector (with something like www.carid.com/hopkins/multi-tow-7-rv-blade-and-4-wire-flat-towing-wiring-kit-mpn-11141144.html or www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Wiring/CURT/C57672.html), even if that means running a few extra wires myself (although I suspect that the wiring harness you connected into is the one for the brake light wiring and likely contains all of the other wires by default). So, last week I had my dealer remove the tow package, and he was right. The next day, I logged in and saw production had been scheduled for mid-June -- without the tow capability option.
@@ChaseGentry aren’t you a Ford ambassador? I know they hand you whatever to advertise, but they should really inform you about the real-world stuff customers are going through. Most of us had to drop the tow package just to get our Bronco in a reasonable time. I have a 4 pin Curt harness I installed on it. Now looking for solutions to brake controllers. Sucks, but we had to go this route.
@@GetOutSmore i can assure im more informed than you can imagine as I’ve seen a lot of the inner workings from many angles nor am i handed “whatever to advertise”. I truly have empathy for everyone that’s involved and early order holders still eager waiting. There’s major obstacles when completely designing, engineering, manufacturing, distributing, a brand new anything into the market let alone during an foreseeable global pandemic. I own a small business personally and little ol me have literally still struggled getting people to work, get materials, stay politically correct, etc so imagine the speed bumps a global brand like Ford has had to overcome when normal practices and procedures have literally been shut down or had been for over a year right in the actual middle of a new vehicle launch that had 150k sold orders literally instantly. The demand was/ has been way higher that anticipated and rightfully so the bronco is a home run in all areas. These are crazy times we live in and i can assure a brand like ford does not want anyones order changed, canceled, or not sitting in customers driveways. That’s just bad business obviously. Again there are parts, components, etc that come from literally all over the place, some built in house some are not. Unfortunately not all manufacturers are as big as ford and could not handle the pandemic or catch back up after closures. Whereas 3 years ago normal turnaround for a sold order anything was 30 days i know this because i ordered inventory for dealerships for almost 10 years. Now across the board with all manufacturers its average of 6 months for vehicles that have been around for a while. It’s gunna take a hot minute for things to realign and supply catches back up to demand. Sorry you had to drop your tow pack. Also you’ll can still use the redarc tow pro btw
@@ChaseGentry I’m not mad at Ford. I get it. There are bigger problems in the world. I’m saying this is the reality in ordering a new Bronco so that’s literally the only reason we are all dropping the tow package and doing it all ourselves. You asked why. Not because we want to. Looking for solutions. Not excuses. Lol I do get it. The reason for the supply chain issues and all. Trying to get brake control for my trailer with brakes with only an aftermarket 4 pin so far.
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My husband 100% relied on your video to install this brake control on his 22 ford bronco…saved us $252 + from having Ford install…ty
Awesome!!!!! So glad it was helpful!!
Thank you guys for watching btw 🙏🙏 I really appreciate it
This was really helpful for me, but you left out a few steps.
1. When routing the cable under the dash make sure and say f&&k a min of 10 times and dagnabit Ford - 3 times otherwise the cable will not go through properly.
2. When unplugging the harness under the steering wheel plan to scrape at min 4 inches of skin off your knuckle. If this isn’t done the install will not be considered complete to spec.
Thanks for making this!
🤣🤣🤣 I won’t argue
I dig it but no way I'm drilling holes - I'd stick it hidden underneath the dash where you can reach it by touch.
Hopefully someone releases a 7 pin aftermarket trailer harness. I removed tow package to get my Bronco sooner.
Oh yea that’s a good point!
Just an FYI , i work at a Ford Dealership, they did a trailer pkg. on a 1st edition . They said it was a pain in the ass , had half the rear trim out rewiring . after hearing that I ordered mine w/a factory install.
Yea factory tow pack is definitely worth getting.
Step Bit
Ahh 👊🏻 that’s it! 🤘🏻😂
Thanks for watching btw!
We just used the Curt blue tooth controller and it's amazing!
Good info! I was just searching to find out which harness to buy since it's not listed anywhere.
IT’s mentioned in the video 🤘🏻007 is the end of the part number
@@ChaseGentry ordered them last night. Started tearing into the adventure cargo trailer conversion build a few days ago for this summer's trip. 🐻❄
Thanks for making this video!
Thanks for watching!! 🤘🏻
Thanks for the video, you did a great job.
Very nicely done sir!
Thank you sir I have to get with you soon to get the rest of it done😈
Is the bronco good for towing a bass boat (2200lbs)?
Great video, but question.. did your Bronco have the tow package from the dealer/factory? Wondering how you wired to the 7 pin on the hitch if it didn’t?
Yes it did the pigtail under dash is there in the known equipped broncos but you’d have to wire out the rear at bumper. While I’m not curtain I think there’s a harness out back somewhere
Ill have to rewatch this, if I ever get my bronco...🤣😂
😂😬 hopefully soon !
@@ChaseGentry Well, a year later and my Bronco is still MIA.
But the good news is last week I finally found one similar to my original build that the dealer was willing to sell at MSRP. Thanks for all the videos Chase, kept me motivated to keep looking, even though I admittedly had mostly given up in the last few months. 2D v6 WITH factory tow! The Redarc is on the way! PM me if you ever venture towards SoCal and Ill buy you and the better half a beer! 🍻
@@KonaFocus I really appreciate that!! I’ll be in SoCal august and end for the year for king of the hammers. Congrats on finding an alternative man!
Thanks for the video. I am going to be installing it. Can I make it any easier by installing everything near the left foot steering well? Or does it have to be near the glove box in which case I think it makes sense to do it in center console. Any advice is much appreciated.
This is the recommended installation and location per Redarc and Ford.
We’re do I hook up the trailer brake wire?
Great vid! Question.. why did they have you drill two holes if the step bit created a hole covering the smaller hole?
Basically a pilots so you don’t slip and score the interior
@@ChaseGentry Im referring to the lower smaller hole. I understand the center pilot was to prevent bit walk when drilling the larger hole. Looking at the template more I see the smaller hole extends outside of the larger hole a bit and the snap down cover must orient itself with this small divot. So, if you wanted to install the cover and knob upside down (which I've seen other Bronco owners do) just flip the template. That way, in the driver's seat looking down on the control knob, the lettering is oriented right side up.
When you have the brake controller all the way as low as it goes does the 0 align at the dead top center of the unit and 10 if it's all the way up? I had it installed by my Ford dealership on a 2022 Ranger and the 0 is not on top when it's all the way to the left, nor is the 10 at the top when it's all the way to the right so I'm not sure if they installed it correctly
Yes 0 is nothing and 10 is all the way! It’s common for know to be installed not clicked correctly
What made you decide to mount the knob on the center console and the box behind the glove box?
That box is inertia sensing so it needs to be hard mounted on something that’s body mounted. Also the knob right under your hands natural resting position is ideal to make brake adjustments. Last reason both Redarc and Ford have the kit setup for those locations too.
I have a 22 BD without tow package. I hooked up the controller but it is not working. No power?? The button does not light up.. what could be the issue?
So since you did not have tow pack it maybe not fused. While the harness is there the circuit may not be powered I don’t want to lie to ya I’m not 100%
@@ChaseGentry that's what I'm thinking.. i appreciate the comment.
@@calebhoward9286 no problem!
Where does the brake actuator wire come out at the rear of the Bronco? Is it behind the driver side panel in the cargo area?
Not following the question.
@Chase Gentry Sorry. My Bronco did not have the tow package. I installed a hitch and 4 flat trailer wiring.
I was wondering if the wire that activates the electric brakes is someplace at the rear of the vehicle.
@@vh3531 ohh I see that’s a good question. There’s should be a pigtail under there somewhere but you’d probably have to pull wiring diagram to verify. Then just order missing items.
ok how did you get the plugs from the phone charger out in the center console in the back, any pics not sure how to remove them without breaking them?
I just reached under it and felt the two clip and pressed down on tabs to release they come off fairly easily hope that helps
Too bad it won’t let me post a pic. Got the bottom of the two USB’s disconnected but I can’t find any release for the top one. So frustrating.
Just used some angled pliers and got it off.
Could you help me with something. If you don't have the trailer not connected, is there a way to test whether everything is working. My controllers remote knob doesn't light up. I also used a led test but it doesn't light up too.
Which harness part number did you use?
@@ChaseGentry I used the tekonsha custom 7 way wiring harness.
@@ChaseGentry TK55VR
@@MukulKumarIIT ohhh did your bronco have the factory tow package?
@@ChaseGentry no. It's completely diy.
What do think of the 2.7 compared to the 2.3?
It’s absolutely amazing!! While the 2.3 is definitely impressive the 2.7s extra grunt is very noticeable
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Nice install, looks factory
Thanks man! It’s definitely a clean look 👌
You skipped the hardest parts. Fishing the wires through the dash. Is that where you cut your hand? Me too. 😂
Lol 😂 yep! 😂
@@ChaseGentry should have included that in the video. Haha
Thanks for the great video! I have a couple of questions:
1. I’m having my dealer remove the towing capability option from my 2022 Bronco order and will install my own receiver and 4-wire kit. If I later want to add this brake controller, will I still have the same wiring harness there under the dash, right of the accelerator, to connect into?
2. I’m sure tastes and opinions will vary, but with the window switches being “upside down” so they appear right-side up when the driver of passenger looks down at them, was there any particular reason you didn’t flip the brake control switch to be oriented consistently with those?
Thanks!
Your removing the factory receiver and removing the 4 & 7 pin plugs? Why? I’d leave that there and if your bronco comes equipped with factory towing pack it’ll be wired for controller under dash. As far as switch since it’s a rotation to me I prefer it right side up
@@ChaseGentry Like a lot of people, I reserved in July 2020, ordered a MY2021 as soon as I could, then had to convert my order to a MY2022, and have grown tired of waiting. The dealer has told me for months that if I remove the tow package, it will probably speed things up. He told me their dealership could install the hitch and wiring as a dealer-installed option, but it would be about $1200 after tax. I told him I would keep holding out and hoping Ford would fix the supply chain issues to have the factory kit and not spend an extra $600 having them do it. Then I saw that the tow package didn't include the brake controller anyway, and I could get the Curt hitch receiver (www.curtmfg.com/part/13493 or www.roughcountry.com/receiver-hitch-51062.html?find=2022-ford-bronco-4wd-856075) and a 4-pole wiring harness (www.etrailer.com/Custom-Fit-Vehicle-Wiring/Ford/Bronco/2022/TK99VR.html?VehicleID=20226004632 -- all I need for now) for well under $300 after tax & shipping. I figure if I ever do need a brake controller, I can install one like you did, and update to a 7- and 4-pole connector (with something like www.carid.com/hopkins/multi-tow-7-rv-blade-and-4-wire-flat-towing-wiring-kit-mpn-11141144.html or www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Wiring/CURT/C57672.html), even if that means running a few extra wires myself (although I suspect that the wiring harness you connected into is the one for the brake light wiring and likely contains all of the other wires by default). So, last week I had my dealer remove the tow package, and he was right. The next day, I logged in and saw production had been scheduled for mid-June -- without the tow capability option.
@@ChaseGentry aren’t you a Ford ambassador? I know they hand you whatever to advertise, but they should really inform you about the real-world stuff customers are going through. Most of us had to drop the tow package just to get our Bronco in a reasonable time. I have a 4 pin Curt harness I installed on it. Now looking for solutions to brake controllers. Sucks, but we had to go this route.
@@GetOutSmore i can assure im more informed than you can imagine as I’ve seen a lot of the inner workings from many angles nor am i handed “whatever to advertise”. I truly have empathy for everyone that’s involved and early order holders still eager waiting. There’s major obstacles when completely designing, engineering, manufacturing, distributing, a brand new anything into the market let alone during an foreseeable global pandemic. I own a small business personally and little ol me have literally still struggled getting people to work, get materials, stay politically correct, etc so imagine the speed bumps a global brand like Ford has had to overcome when normal practices and procedures have literally been shut down or had been for over a year right in the actual middle of a new vehicle launch that had 150k sold orders literally instantly. The demand was/ has been way higher that anticipated and rightfully so the bronco is a home run in all areas. These are crazy times we live in and i can assure a brand like ford does not want anyones order changed, canceled, or not sitting in customers driveways. That’s just bad business obviously. Again there are parts, components, etc that come from literally all over the place, some built in house some are not. Unfortunately not all manufacturers are as big as ford and could not handle the pandemic or catch back up after closures. Whereas 3 years ago normal turnaround for a sold order anything was 30 days i know this because i ordered inventory for dealerships for almost 10 years. Now across the board with all manufacturers its average of 6 months for vehicles that have been around for a while. It’s gunna take a hot minute for things to realign and supply catches back up to demand. Sorry you had to drop your tow pack. Also you’ll can still use the redarc tow pro btw
@@ChaseGentry I’m not mad at Ford. I get it. There are bigger problems in the world. I’m saying this is the reality in ordering a new Bronco so that’s literally the only reason we are all dropping the tow package and doing it all ourselves. You asked why. Not because we want to. Looking for solutions. Not excuses. Lol I do get it. The reason for the supply chain issues and all. Trying to get brake control for my trailer with brakes with only an aftermarket 4 pin so far.
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