I recently bought a 2005 F-150 with the 5.4L engine and the factory tow package. This is probably a dumb question but I can't figure out if it has a controller for electric trailer brakes or not. The light/electrical connector at the hitch has the pins for it. Do I need to buy/install a controller, or is one built in?
This is important because I am about to buy a large travel trailer and it's a long drive home (about 16 hours) from where I will pick up the trailer, so I need the brakes to be working when I hit the road! I could call the dealership and ask, but I don't really trust them. They told me my towing capacity was 9500 pounds, but in fact it is only 8000 (based on engine, rear axle ratio, and 18" tires).
Any help appreciated!