Wiring Diagram for 7-Way on a 2008 Chevy Silverado

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is there a wiring diagram for the pins on a truck hitch connector ?

asked by: Chuck

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Yes, we have diagrams for nearly every type of trailer wiring connector available. Check out the link I attached to see them all.

Most likely you have a 7-way on your 2008 Chevy Silverado so I attached a picture of a diagram of a 7-way.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

See the picture to the right for a wiring diagram of seven-way vehicle end trailer connector. If you click on it you can enlarge it. I have also included a trailer wiring FAQ page for you to check out.

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Answer 2

It sounds like you have a short in your system if I am understanding you correctly. I recommend starting at your trailer connector and checking the wiring behind it for function using a circuit tester like #PTW2993. I've attached an article to…

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On a factory 7-Way connector the 12 volt hot wire should be the terminal at the 1 oclock position, looking at the front of the connector. If you test that terminal with a circuit tester and have no power you will want to check under the hood of your…

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I have attached a photo for you below which shows how both a vehicle side and trailer side trailer connector is typically wired. I say typically because this is not always exact and so long as the trailer and vehicle side both match it will not…

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Answer 5

Your 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is set up from the factory with trailer tow wiring, so I agree that wiring power wires from the battery is not the way that things should be done in your case. On the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado there are two wires under…

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Sometimes the fuses are already installed from the factory on a 2008 Chevy Silverado when installing a brake controller, but if not the fuse slots are in the front of the box. I have attached a picture that shows the location of fuse slots. I have…

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When wiring a trailer connector, it is best to wire by function, as wire colors can vary. We have an excellent wiring diagram on our website, I will provide you a link so you can look at it. If you are looking at the inside of the trailer connector…

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According to my research the following wires for the 7-Way on your 2019 Chevy Silverado 2500 should carry the following functions: Green OR White/Green - Reverse White - Ground Blue - Brake Controller Green OR Green/Purple - Right Turn/Stop Red/Black…

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Answer 9

I attached a diagram that shows how to match all of the wire colors of the Hopkins Multi-Tow 7-Way Blade and 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector #HM11141144 to the wire colors on your 2017 GMC Canyon.

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Answer 10

I believe you are referring to the Adapter 4-Pole to 7-Pole and 4-Pole part #37185 which has the manufacturer part number of 47185B. The purple auxiliary wire can be used for 12V power, reverse lights or reverse lockout for trailer brakes. The purple…

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Answer 11

It's a wire color difference but not a function difference on the pins of the 7-way. The difference comes from the fact that the two different styles are representative of two different areas that uses trailers. Traditional is usually seen on…

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Answer 12

In order to install a 7-way on your 2007 Chevy Silverado, you would need to use a circuit tester such as #PTW2993 to determine the functions of the wires because wiring colors can change. I have added a link to an article which you may find useful,…

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