Is There a Reverse Wire on 6-Way Connector
Updated 10/08/2018 | Published 10/07/2018
Question:
I have a purple wire with a black stripe on a 01 Ram 3500 that is hot when the transmission is in reverse. Where does this wire connect on a 6 pin trailer plug?
asked by: Don
Helpful Expert Reply:
As you can see by the accompanying diagram I added, a 6-way such as the Pollak # PK11609 does not have a function for reverse lights; that function is on a 7-way so you would not connect the wire you referenced to your trailer connector.
A 6-way has the following functions: 1) Tail/Running Lights 2) Left Turn/Stop 3) Right Turn/Stop 4) Brake Controller Output 5) 12V Power 6) Ground.
I have also added a link to a help article on wiring I highly recommend checking out.
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Pollak 6-Pole, Round Pin, Trailer Wiring Socket - Vehicle End
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
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- Vehicle End Connector
- 6 Round
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