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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Tools Required:
• Drill with 1/8" Bit
• 1/4" Nut Driver
• Phillips Screwdriver
• Probe Style Test Light
Applications:
1994-1996 Ford Bronco
2000-2004 Ford Excursion
1997-Current Ford Expedition
2002-Current Ford Explorer
(w/Factory Tow Package)
2002-Current Mercury Mountaineer
(w/Factory Tow Package)
30450
1994-2004 Ford F-Series Pickups
2005-Current Ford F-150 & F-250 LD
1992-Current Ford Full Size Vans
1995-03
Ford Windstar
(w/Factory Tow Package)
© 2006 Valley Industries
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Summary of Contents for Valley Journey HD
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Page 1: Installation Instructions
2005-Current Ford F-150 & F-250 LD • Phillips Screwdriver 1997-Current Ford Expedition 1992-Current Ford Full Size Vans • Probe Style Test Light 2002-Current Ford Explorer 1995-03 Ford Windstar (w/Factory Tow Package) (w/Factory Tow Package) 2002-Current Mercury Mountaineer (w/Factory Tow Package) © 2006 Valley Industries... - Page 2 Journey HD trailer brake control module. Solid state dependability and polarity protection are just a few features the Journey HD offers that are not found on many other brake controls. FEATURES • The Journey HD provides an easy to read digital display which communicates a full range of diagnostic information and allows for precise brake output adjustment.
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Page 3: Controls & Components
MOUNTING Note: Read all instructions thoroughly before beginning. The Journey HD electric brake control can be mounted in a variety of positions, making it easily and comfortably accessible from the driver’s position of most any tow vehicle. The unit is designed to be mounted horizontally or vertically, at any angle above or below the dash (fig. - Page 4 (provided). Take care not to strip the holes by over-tightening the fig. 4 screws. 5. Mount the Journey HD electric brake control into the bracket using two ⁄ ” self tapping screws (provided) (fig. 4). Caution: Do not use longer screws than those provided.
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Page 5: Led Display
Longer. The Journey HD will Become Instantly Active when the Brake Pedal is Depressed. (Blank) • No Trailer Connected - Journey HD is Receiving Power and is Active. • Trailer is Connected - Journey HD is Receiving Power and is Active. -
Page 6: Troubleshooting
Setting and Position of Manual Lever, if Applied) TROUBLESHOOTING In addition to indicating output power and Load Range settings, the Journey HD is capable of communicating operating errors via its LED display. • Trailer brake circuit may be lost or intermittent. - Page 7 1. Connect the desired trailer to the tow vehicle. 2. Start the tow vehicle to ensure sufficient battery power is being supplied to the brake control. While parked, depress the brake pedal and rotate the Output Setting Knob located on the left side of the control until the LED display indicates 30.
- Page 8 has been achieved. The brake control output should be just below the point where the trailer wheels lock up, yet there is sufficient force to allow for maximum brake force. 8. Once the initial output power level has been established, adjust the Ramp Time by performing additional low speed stops (20 mph) utilizing the tow vehicles brake pedal to ensure smooth combination braking between the tow vehicle and the trailer.
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Page 9: Operating Tips
BENCH TESTING The Journey HD can be field tested should correct operation be suspect. Remove the unit from the tow vehicle and wire to a 12 volt automotive battery and #1156 automotive bulb as illustrated in figure 6. - Page 10 05. Note: The lightbulb intensity should decrease in conjunction with the LED display. WARNING: READ AND OBEY ALL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS PRINTED ON TOW VEHICLE BATTERY GND (WHITE) JOURNEY HD BATT (BLACK) BRAKE BRAKES (BLUE) CONTROL STLT (RED) DO NOT CONNECT RED WIRE TO POSITIVE (+) TERMINAL UNTIL STEP 5.
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Page 11: Service And Support
8. Disconnect and reconnect the red wire from the battery’s positive (+) terminal. The light bulb should light brightly with a minimal delay. 9. If the Journey HD brake control does not function as described in the steps above, return the unit to an authorized distributor for service or replacement. - Page 12 30450-998 - Rev B 06/13/06...
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