Hooking up controller-no power
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From: Monroe, LA
Yes, I know.
I didn't even look at the dates, because I was so focused on my question. I mean, that guy may not even be on the boards anymore for all I know. But you are right... I made the lolz. Your comment made me chuckle. Thanks.
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Joined: Jun 2002
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From: Under the flightpath of old ORD 22R
Does not matter how old the thread is, still applicable 
The 2000 + MY the trailer tow install kit ( pigtail and relays ) was in the glove box, not too sure if the 97-99 MY F-150s were the same or not. This was from Ford, along with the trailer tow adapter install directions ( where to put the relays and the pigtail connector location ).
In the engine compartment, take a look at the relay panel that is along side the fuse panel. This is projectSHO89's picture and info on the 97-98 MY trucks.
I think the 00-03 MY ( and 04 Heritage & Lightning ) F-150 had the relay for the trailer tow battery & reversing lamp relays in the bag and they had to be installed by the owner.
BTW : The OP's last activity was 10-14-2008 09:16 PM, but that does not mean someone else would not answer your question.
Do you have a problem with the trailer tow adapter, or was this preparation question ?
The 2000 + MY the trailer tow install kit ( pigtail and relays ) was in the glove box, not too sure if the 97-99 MY F-150s were the same or not. This was from Ford, along with the trailer tow adapter install directions ( where to put the relays and the pigtail connector location ).
In the engine compartment, take a look at the relay panel that is along side the fuse panel. This is projectSHO89's picture and info on the 97-98 MY trucks.
I think the 00-03 MY ( and 04 Heritage & Lightning ) F-150 had the relay for the trailer tow battery & reversing lamp relays in the bag and they had to be installed by the owner.
BTW : The OP's last activity was 10-14-2008 09:16 PM, but that does not mean someone else would not answer your question.
Do you have a problem with the trailer tow adapter, or was this preparation question ?
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Joined: May 2005
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From: Colorado
Ian N... What relays are you referring to? Are there relays that come with the Brake Controller? If there are, then I'm going to wring the neck of the guy that sold me my brake controller.
Or are you talking about the two Relays next to the Engine Fuse Panel in an F-150,250, etc.? i.e. - Ford Relays for Towing?
Thanks guys.
Or are you talking about the two Relays next to the Engine Fuse Panel in an F-150,250, etc.? i.e. - Ford Relays for Towing?
Thanks guys.
Don't go jump down the troat of a guy who sold you a brake controller. He has no way of knowing if your relays/fuses were installed or installed correctly.
Your relay location is correct, depending on the years you are referring to.