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Trailer Brake Control (TBC) Module: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Pickup, 2007 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2007 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2007 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: If the manual control lever knob is missing, a separate service part is available, the entire module does not need to be replaced.
  1. Remove the instrument cluster finish panel. For additional information, refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE article.
  2. CAUTION: Do not use any tools to remove the trailer brake control module. If tools are used, damage to the module may result.
  3. Press down on the tab and push the trailer brake control (TBC) module part-way out of the instrument panel.
  4. Fig 1: Locating Trailer Brake Control Module
    GF0006756Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: There is a detent on the TBC module clip that will contact the instrument panel. Do not use excessive force during removal or damage to the module or instrument panel may result.
    CAUTION: Do not push or pry on the plastic face of the module. Do not use tools to remove the TBC module.
  5. Grasp the TBC module just behind the plastic face and, while carefully pushing down, pull the TBC module out of the instrument panel.
  6. Fig 2: Pulling TBC Module Out Of Instrument Panel
    GF0006757Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Disconnect the 2 TBC module electrical connectors.