SSM 46257 – 2017 F-Super Duty – With Factory Trailer Brake Controller (TBC) – Trailer Charging System Operation – Service Tip
All 2017 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a factory trailer brake controller (TBC) utilize a trailer module (TRM) which initiates the trailer charging system.
For trailer charging to operate, the TRM must detect a trailer is connected and a brake pedal input before charging will be present at the trailer connector.
Adding the trailer battery charge relay and fuse into the battery junction box are not required to operate trailer charging with a TRM.
If testing of the trailer charging system is required without a trailer, refer to the updated diagnostics and system operation found in the online Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 417-01 Exterior Lighting.
APPLICABLE VEHICLES
2017 TRUCK: FE P558 SUPER DUTY – NA
- ✅Versatility: The HRepair trailer brake controller is compatible with Ford
, Gm, Chevy, Dodge, Ram, Toyota, Jeep, SUV, Trucks etc. Brake controller supports trailers with 1-4 axles, accommodating various towing setups. For a wide range of trailers, including small utility trailers, travel trailers, and larger commercial trailers. - ✅Proportional Braking: The trailer brake controller provides proportional braking, meaning it applies the trailer brakes in proportion to the towing vehicle's braking force for smoother and controlled braking.
- ✅Boost Feature: 90195 Trailer brake controller offers three boost levels that allow you to customize the braking response based on the weight and braking characteristics of your trailer. The boost feature provides additional braking power when needed.
- ✅Stored Setting Options: The HRepair brake controller can store up to five different trailer or driver preferences. This feature is particularly useful if you use the same tow vehicle for multiple trailers or if different drivers have specific braking preferences.
- ✅Easy-to-Read LCD Display: The 90195 brake controller features a digital display that shows various information, including brake voltage output, diagnostics, and error codes. Supports English, Spanish, French.
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- PROPORTIONAL ELECTRIC BRAKE CONTROLLER: Provides automatic braking based on the intensity and rate at which you apply your tow vehicle’s brakes, giving you smooth braking thanks to an internal inertia sensor. This makes the Primus IQ brake controller ideal for general and heavy-duty emergency braking.
- EASILY INSTALL AND STOW, THANKS TO PLUG & PLAY: The Primus IQ trailer brake controller has a snap-in dash mounting clip, Plug & Play port for two plug adapters, and removeable electrical connector so the unit can be easily unplugged, unclipped, and stored.
- EASY-TO-READ LED DISPLAY: Digital LED display shows settings, real-time diagnostics, and alerts.
- BOOST FEATURE PROVIDES EXTRA BRAKING POWER: Boost provides up to three levels of additional stopping power at the touch of a button, giving you confidence in stopping safely when you’re hauling heavier loads and/or need more power to stop.
- VERSATILE: The Primus IQ electric brake controller is compatible with a wide range of vehicles including Ford, GM, Chevy, Dodge, RAM, Toyota, Jeep, and more with 2, 4, or 6
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- PROPORTIONAL ELECTRIC BRAKE CONTROLLER: Provides automatic braking based on the intensity and rate at which you apply your tow vehicle’s brakes, thanks to an internal inertia sensor. This makes the Tekonsha P2 brake controller ideal in any braking situation
- EASILY INSTALL AND STOW, THANKS TO PLUG & PLAY: The Primus IQ trailer brake controller has a snap-in dash mounting clip, Plug & Play port for two plug adapters, and removeable electrical connector so the unit can be easily unplugged, unclipped, and stored
- EASY-TO-READ LED DISPLAY: Color LED display shows settings, real-time diagnostics, and alerts
- BOOST FEATURE PROVIDES EXTRA BRAKING POWER: Boost provides up to three levels of additional stopping power at the touch of a button, giving you confidence in stopping safely when you’re hauling heavier loads and/or need more power to stop
- VERSATILE: The Prodigy P2 electric brake controller is compatible with a wide range of vehicles including Ford, GM, Chevy, Dodge, RAM, Toyota, Jeep, and more with 2, 4, 6, and 8 brakes (1-4 axles). Vehicle-specific Tekonsha Plug & Play brake controller wiring harness sold separately
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This whole system is not one “Fords Better Ideas” that for sure…..I have had it back to the Dealership 4 times now and they tell me the same thing.
Ford Dealer gives me this paper from the Factory known as a SSM45507….2017 F350 SUPER DUTY….Instrument Cluster Information Screen Defaults to Trailer town ser up Every key cycle with no Trailer attached. Of course you need to be a Ford Engineer to understand what they are telling you. 3 1/2 hrs. later. I’m still confussed and Ford won’t do anything about it. NOT ONE OF FORDS BETTER IDEA!
2nd. SSM 46257 BULITEN WITH FACTORY BRAKE CONTROLLER (TBC) WHATEVER THE HELL THAT IS. Factory Charging system operation.
So there is no way to use the 5th wheel connector in the bed of my new truck to charge the batteries of my slide in camper unless I also connect a tailer with electric breaks? This seams short sighted and disappointing that I will need to wire yet another connector in the bed of my truck after it already has the trailer package and 5th wheel package from the factory.
The downside of the TRM configuration is that if disconnection is sensed it switches OFF the TBC. Damned scary when you do have a trailer on and suddenly you are left with only the tow vehicle brakes to pull you up.