F 150 2WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 (2009)
Trailer Brake Control Module: Customer Interest
Electrical - Trailer Brake Control Module DTC C2806
TSB 09-5-6
03/23/09
TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL MODULE - DTC C2806 -
BUILT BEFORE 1211/2008
FORD:
2009 F-150
ISSUE
Some 2009 F-150 vehicles equipped with factory trailer brake controller, built before 12/1/2008, may exhibit a wiring fault on trailer warning in the
message center with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C2806 stored in the trailer brake control module. This may be caused by the trailer tow wiring
harness.
ACTION
Refer to the following Service Procedure to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Replace the trailer tow harness. Refer to the parts list at the end of this article for part information.
2. Verify that each connector of the new wiring harness is lubricated with electrical grease. Apply a liberal amount of Motorcraft® Electrical Grease if
required.
3. Inspect vehicle harness connection point (backside) of the 7/4-pin trailer tow connector. Replace the 7/4-pin trailer tow connector if corrosion is
present
Parts Block
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage
IMPORTANT: Warranty coverage limits/policies are not altered by a TSB. Warranty coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part.
OPERATION
DESCRIPTION
TIME
090506A
2009 F-150: Replace The
0.5 Hr.
Trailer Tow Harness
Vehicles Without Rear
Proximity Sensors (Do Not
Use With 12650D)
090506B
2009 F-150: Replace The
0.7 Hr.
Trailer Tow Harness
Vehicles With Rear
Proximity Sensors (Do Not
Use With 12650D)
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO.
CODE
i3A576
12