Integrated trailer brake controller (if equipped), Trailer brake controller-integrated, 234 towing – FORD 2014 Expedition v.1 User Manual

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Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (If Equipped)

WARNING: The Ford TBC has been verified to be compatible
with trailers having electric-actuated drum brakes (one to four

axles) and some electric-over-hydraulic (EOH) brakes. It will not
activate hydraulic surge-style trailer brakes. It is the responsibility
of the customer to ensure that the trailer brakes are adjusted
appropriately, functioning normally and all electric connections are
properly made. Failure to do so may result in loss of vehicle control,
crash or serious injury.

When used properly, the trailer brake controller assists in smooth
and effective trailer braking by powering the trailer’s electric or
electric-over-hydraulic brakes with a proportional output based on the
towing vehicle’s brake pressure.

Ford has tested the trailer brake controller to be compatible with several
major brands of electric-over-hydraulic trailer brakes. Contact an
authorized dealer for information on which brands you can use.

The controller user interface consists of the following:

A. + and - (Gain adjustment buttons): Pressing these buttons adjusts
the controller’s power output to the trailer brakes in 0.5 increments.
You can increase the gain setting to 10.0 (maximum trailer braking) or
decrease it to 0 (no trailer braking). Pressing and holding a button raises
or lowers the setting continuously. The gain setting displays in the
message center as follows: TBC GAIN = XX.X.

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2014 Expedition (exd)
Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing, June 2013
USA
(fus)

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