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Tekonsha is a leading manufacturer of electronic trailer brake controllers, pioneering the category in the 1970s. The lineup spans proportional units such as the Prodigy P3 and Prodigy iD, time-delayed controllers, the wireless Prodigy RF, plus vehicle-specific wiring harnesses, adapters and trailer brake components engineered for smooth, predictable stopping at any speed.
Tekonsha Engineering Company began in 1964 building RV steps and mirrors. Within a few years it had found its real calling, and by the 1970s Tekonsha was pioneering the manufacture of electronic trailer brake controllers, the product category that still defines the brand. More than half a century later it remains the reference name in trailer braking and is part of the Horizon Global group alongside Reese, Draw-Tite, Fulton, Bulldog and Wesbar.
A brake controller is the component that tells a trailer's electric brakes how hard to work and when, and getting that right is the difference between a controlled stop and a shove from behind. Tekonsha builds both major types. Proportional controllers use an internal accelerometer to sense how quickly the tow vehicle is slowing and apply trailer braking to match, so light braking stays light and hard braking is immediate. Time-delayed controllers ramp to a preset output over a fixed interval, a simpler and more economical approach that suits occasional towing.
The current brake controller range covers most of that ground. The Prodigy iD pairs with a phone through Tekonsha's EDGE technology for setup and monitoring, the P3 offers storable settings for multiple trailers and a trilingual colour LED display, the Prodigy P2 adds a dimmable display and boost mode for heavier loads, and the Voyager keeps operation simple and dependable. The Prodigy RF mounts to the trailer itself and controls wirelessly, which suits rental fleets and drivers who swap tow vehicles.
Installation is supported by vehicle-specific brake control harnesses that plug into a factory connector rather than requiring cut-and-splice wiring, along with mounting brackets and adapters. Matched controller bundles pair a unit with the correct harness. Products are tested to meet and often exceed published industry standards.
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| Year | Make & Model | Notes |
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| 2019 - 2023 | Lincoln Nautilus | — |
Yes, the 2019-2023 Lincoln Nautilus Tekonsha Custom 7-Way + Brake Controller Install Kit (Part #TBCW68653) is designed to fit the 2019-2023 Lincoln Nautilus.
The 2019-2023 Lincoln Nautilus Tekonsha Custom 7-Way + Brake Controller Install Kit (Part #TBCW68653) fits 2019-2023 Lincoln Nautilus models. The 2023 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
The 2019-2023 Lincoln Nautilus Tekonsha Custom 7-Way + Brake Controller Install Kit (Part #TBCW68653) fits the following vehicles: 2019-2023 Lincoln Nautilus. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
The 2019-2023 Lincoln Nautilus Tekonsha Custom 7-Way + Brake Controller Install Kit (Part #TBCW68653) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
The BRAKE mate is a trailer brake control system that allows you to control trailer brakes from your vehicle. It connects to your vehicle's electrical system and includes a brake control unit that mounts under the dash, circuit breakers for power management, and a prewired connector that attaches to your trailer.
The manual does not specify which vehicle makes, models, or years are compatible with the BRAKE mate. Contact Cequent Towing Products technical service at (888) 521-0510 or consult a fitment database to confirm compatibility with your specific vehicle.
Yes. Step 4 of the installation instructions requires connecting the 4-pole flat connector to the vehicle's connector, which means your vehicle must already have a 4-pole flat connector. If your vehicle does not have one, the BRAKE mate cannot be installed using these instructions.
The kit includes: 1 prewired connector, 1 heavy duty flasher, 1 20 amp circuit breaker, 1 40 amp circuit breaker, 5 #10 G-ring connectors, 2 3/8" G-ring connectors, 5 Scotch locks, 8 self-tapping screws, and 6 wire tie straps.
The manual does not specify required tools. However, based on the installation steps, you will likely need a drill (to create a firewall hole if one does not exist), wire strippers, a screwdriver (for self-tapping screws), and possibly a crimper or pliers for ring connectors. Contact technical service at (888) 521-0510 for a complete tool list.
The manual does not specify whether the battery must be disconnected before installation. Contact Cequent Towing Products technical service at (888) 521-0510 for safety guidance before beginning work.
Mount the bracket for the round connector on the bumper if that is where you intend to install it. Some hitches have built-in brackets, so check your hitch first before mounting a separate bracket.
Mount the brake control unit under the dash onto something firm. The unit must be securely fastened to a solid surface.
Mount the 2 circuit breakers (20 amp and 40 amp) end to end on the firewall within reach of the BLUE/BLACK cable. Secure them with the self-tapping screws supplied in the kit.
You may need to drill a hole through the firewall to run the BLUE/BLACK 2-strand wire from the engine bay into the cab. Look for an existing spot first; if none is available, drill a hole and seal it with a rubber grommet or silicone to prevent water and debris from entering the cab.
Some hitch brackets may need to be cut to allow the various connectors to pass through. Check your specific hitch bracket during installation; if it blocks connector passage, you will need to cut it.
Yes. In step 9, you must cut the black wire to create two open ends. These ends are then fitted with ring connectors and attached to the 40 amp and 20 amp circuit breakers respectively.
WHITE = ground wire; BLUE/BLACK = 2-strand power and trailer brake wire (runs from rear connector to front of vehicle and through firewall); RED = power wire from brake control unit; BLUE = trailer brake wire from brake control unit; GREEN = wire from brake control unit to brake switch.
Connect the WHITE ground wire to the frame of the vehicle. This provides the ground connection for the system.
Run the BLUE/BLACK 2-strand wire along the frame rail to the front of the vehicle, avoiding the exhaust, axles, and brake cables. Secure it with the plastic tie straps supplied. Then run it up the firewall, avoiding the steering mechanism, and secure it with ties.
Split the BLUE/BLACK 2-strand wire down the middle. Connect the RED (power) wire of the brake control unit to the BLACK wire using a Scotch lock. Connect the BLUE (trailer brake) wire of the brake control unit to the BLUE wire using a Scotch lock. Connect the WHITE wire of the brake control unit to the ground on the vehicle body. Connect the GREEN wire of the brake control unit to the inactive side of the brake switch.
Run a heavy gauge wire from the battery or equivalent power source to the battery side of either circuit breaker. Attach a #10 G-ring connector to one end of the wire. Then split a wire off this main wire to the 20 amp breaker using a Scotch lock and attach a #10 G-ring connector to the end of this wire. Alternatively, you can run a jumper between the two breakers.
The circuit breakers protect the electrical system. The 40 amp breaker is connected to the auxiliary side of the wire going to the rear connector. The 20 amp breaker is connected to the auxiliary side of the wire going through the firewall to the brake control unit.
The heavy duty flasher is a replacement turn signal flasher. If your turn signals blink too fast after installation, replace your vehicle's original turn signal flasher with the one supplied in the kit.
After attaching the round connector with self-tapping screws, test the connector for: running lights, brake lights, turn signals, and hot wire (power). Note that the brake control output cannot be tested unless a trailer is connected to the connector.
If the turn signals are blinking too fast after installation, replace the turn signal flasher with the heavy duty flasher supplied in the BRAKE mate kit.
After drilling a hole through the firewall to run the BLUE/BLACK wire into the cab, seal the hole with a rubber grommet or silicone to prevent water and debris from entering the vehicle.
When running the BLUE/BLACK 2-strand wire along the frame rail and up the firewall, avoid the exhaust, axles, brake cables, and steering mechanism. These components can damage the wire or be damaged by it. Secure the wire with the supplied plastic tie straps.
Your vehicle must have a 4-pole flat connector. Contact Cequent Towing Products at (888) 521-0510 or check a fitment database to confirm compatibility with your specific make, model, and year.
The kit includes a prewired connector, brake control unit, 20 amp and 40 amp circuit breakers, 5 #10 G-ring connectors, 2 3/8" G-ring connectors, 5 Scotch locks, 8 self-tapping screws, 6 wire tie straps, and a heavy duty flasher.
You may need to drill a hole through the firewall to run the brake wire into the cab if an existing hole is not available. The hole must be sealed with a rubber grommet or silicone.
Connect WHITE (ground) to frame, RED (power) to BLACK wire, BLUE (trailer brake) to BLUE wire, GREEN to brake switch, and run BLUE/BLACK from rear connector through firewall to brake control unit.
Test for running lights, brake lights, turn signals, and hot wire (power). Brake control output cannot be tested without a trailer connected. If turn signals blink too fast, replace the flasher with the one supplied.
Avoid routing the BLUE/BLACK wire near the exhaust, axles, brake cables, or steering mechanism. Secure all wires with the supplied plastic tie straps.
The T-Connector is a trailer wiring adapter that converts your vehicle's taillight signals to a 4-Flat trailer connector. It includes a black converter box, wiring harness with yellow and green T-Connector ends, a 4-Flat connector, a fuse holder with 15 amp fuse, and mounting hardware. The system taps into your vehicle's existing taillight wiring without cutting or permanently modifying the factory harness.
The manual shows the Lincoln Nautilus in the installation diagram. However, the manual does not explicitly list all compatible vehicles or state whether it fits other models, bed lengths, or cab styles. Contact the manufacturer or check the product listing to confirm compatibility with your specific vehicle.
You will need: trim panel remover, 10 mm socket and ratchet or 10 mm wrench, drill with 3/32" bit, 1/4" socket, wire crimpers, wire cutters, Phillips head screwdriver, test probe, and Torx 25 driver. A test light or trailer is also required to verify the installation after completion.
The kit includes: T-Connector ends with yellow and green wires, a black converter box, a 4-Flat connector, a yellow fuse holder with 15 amp fuse, a ring terminal, a yellow butt connector, an eyelet and screw for the ground wire, cable ties, and double-sided tape for mounting the converter box. A bracket for the 4-Flat connector is not included.
Yes. You must disconnect the vehicle's negative (-) battery cable before beginning wiring work. This is done in step 6 before connecting the fuse holder to the positive battery cable. After all wiring is complete, you reconnect the negative battery cable and install the 15 amp fuse in step 9.
Yes. You must open the tailgate and remove both taillight housing assemblies. Use a trim panel remover to remove the round covers, then remove the Torx 25 screws. Carefully pull the taillight away from the vehicle without damaging the alignment pins. The T-Connector ends are plugged into the taillight sockets, and the housings are reinstalled at the end of the installation.
Partial fascia removal is optional but recommended. The manual notes that partial removal of the fascia may assist in routing the wires and connectors, and pulling back the fascia exposes a larger area of the opening. An alternate routing option for the green wire is to pull back the fascia area below the tailgate weather strip and place the wire behind the fascia, which may require removal of several fasteners. You can attempt installation without fascia removal, but you may find it difficult to route the connectors.
Yes. You must drill one 3/32" hole to secure the white ground wire. The hole is drilled near a suitable grounding point on the vehicle body (not in the floor or bed). Before drilling, you must clean dirt and rustproofing from the area and verify what is behind the surface to avoid damage to the vehicle or personal injury. The white wire is secured using the eyelet and screw provided.
Locate a suitable grounding point near the connector on the vehicle body. Do not drill into the vehicle floor or bed, and do not drill into any exposed surfaces. Clean dirt and rustproofing from the area before drilling the 3/32" hole. Always verify what is behind any surface prior to drilling to avoid damage to the vehicle and personal injury.
Install a 15 amp fuse. The fuse holder is provided with the kit and is installed in step 6 before connecting to the vehicle's positive battery cable. After all wiring is complete and the negative battery cable is reconnected, install the 15 amp fuse into the fuse holder in step 9.
The T-Connector has three main wires: yellow (driver's side taillight connection), green (passenger's side taillight connection), and white (ground). The black 12 gauge wire connects to the vehicle's positive battery through a fuse holder. The yellow and green T-Connector ends plug into the taillight sockets on each side. The white wire is secured to a ground point on the vehicle body using the provided eyelet and screw.
On the driver's side, disconnect the vehicle's taillight socket and plug the T-Connector end with the yellow wire between the mating plugs of the taillight socket and the vehicle wiring harness (step 3). Route the T-Connector end with the green wire to the passenger's side and repeat the same process (step 4). The 4-Flat connector is routed underneath the bumper. This allows the T-Connector to intercept the taillight signals without cutting the factory wiring.
Disconnect the vehicle's negative battery cable. Remove the fuse from the yellow fuse holder and cut the fuse holder wire. Attach the ring terminal to the vehicle's positive (+) battery cable. Connect the other end of the fuse holder to the black 12 gauge wire using the yellow butt connector provided. Beginning from the front of the vehicle, route the black 12 gauge wire rearward along the frame rail, being careful to avoid hot pipes, heat shields, the fuel tank, and any pinch points. At the rear driver's side, locate the opening between the bumper and body, route the wire up through this hole, and attach it to the black wire from the T-Connector black box using the supplied yellow butt connector.
Route all wires carefully to avoid hot pipes, heat shields, the fuel tank, and any other points that may pinch or break the wire. The yellow and green T-Connector ends are routed up through openings in the taillight pockets. The black 12 gauge power wire is routed along the frame rail from the front of the vehicle to the rear. The 4-Flat connector is routed underneath the bumper. Secure the remainder of the harness under the bumper with the provided cable ties, being careful to avoid areas that would cut or pinch the wire.
On the driver's side, locate a flat surface in an out-of-the-way place and mount the black converter box using the double-sided tape provided. The epoxy side of the module must be pointed toward the ground to prevent water buildup. The box should be mounted in a location where it will not be damaged or interfere with vehicle operation.
Mount the 4-Flat connector in a suitable location under the vehicle. A bracket is not included with the T-Connector kit, so you will need to source an appropriate bracket separately or use an alternative mounting method suitable for your vehicle.
Always wear safety glasses during installation. Before drilling, verify what is behind any surface to avoid damage to the vehicle and personal injury. Do not drill into the vehicle floor, bed, or any exposed surfaces. Disconnect the vehicle's negative battery cable before working with electrical connections. Read and follow all warnings and cautions printed on the tow vehicle's battery. Do not exceed the product's stated amperage ratings or the towing manufacturer's rating, as overloading circuits can cause fires.
After completing the installation and reconnecting the negative battery cable, test and verify the installation with a test light or trailer. This ensures that all taillight signals are being properly transmitted through the T-Connector to the 4-Flat connector. If the test light does not illuminate or the trailer lights do not function, check all connections and wiring before using the vehicle.
The manual does not specify the amperage rating of the T-Connector itself. However, it states that you must not exceed the lower of the towing manufacturer's rating (as stated in your vehicle's owner's manual) or the specific amperage ratings stated on the product. Check the product label or documentation for the exact amperage rating, and consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the towing capacity.
The manual shows the Lincoln Nautilus but does not list all compatible vehicles. Check the product listing or contact the manufacturer to confirm compatibility with your specific vehicle model, year, and bed length.
Yes, you must disconnect the vehicle's negative battery cable before beginning wiring work in step 6. Reconnect it after all wiring is complete in step 9.
The T-Connector uses a 15 amp fuse, which is provided in the kit and installed in step 9 after all wiring is complete.
Do not exceed the lower of the towing manufacturer's rating or the specific amperage rating stated on the product. Check the product label and your vehicle's owner's manual for the exact rating.
After installation, test the system with a test light or trailer to verify all taillight signals are being transmitted correctly to the 4-Flat connector.
First, verify the installation with a test light as instructed in step 9. Check that the 15 amp fuse is properly installed in the fuse holder. Verify that the yellow and green T-Connector ends are fully plugged into the taillight sockets on both the driver's and passenger's sides. Ensure the black 12 gauge power wire is securely connected to the vehicle's positive battery cable through the fuse holder, and that the white ground wire is securely fastened to the vehicle body. Check that all butt connectors are crimped tightly and that no wires are loose or damaged.
The converter box is not mounted correctly. The epoxy side of the module must be pointed toward the ground to prevent water buildup. Remount the box using the double-sided tape, ensuring the epoxy side faces downward. If water has already accumulated, remove the box, dry it thoroughly, and remount it in the correct orientation.
Reroute the wires to avoid hot pipes, heat shields, the fuel tank, and any other pinch points. The yellow and green T-Connector ends should be routed up through the taillight pocket openings. The black 12 gauge power wire should be routed along the frame rail from the front to the rear. The 4-Flat connector should be routed underneath the bumper. Secure all wires under the bumper with the provided cable ties, ensuring they are not in areas that could cut or pinch them. If wires are already damaged, they must be replaced.
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