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2006 Ford Escape Trailer Brake Controller Install

"Standard" Wire colors to the controller (Tekonsha and others):

    • Tekonsha and others
    • Function
    • Black
    • Battery Positive to controller 
    • White
    • Negative Ground for Controller
    • Blue
    • Brake feed from controller to Trailer plug at back of truck
    • Red
    • tap into truck Brake light switch signal to tell controller to apply brakes

Remember, the above colors are just a GUIDE. your colors may be different, read the instructions!