What is Needed to Add 7-Way to 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 With 4-Way
Updated 01/12/2026 | Published 09/07/2024
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Question:
i own a 2001 dodge ram 1500 truck, with a 4 pin trailer connector. i need to upgrade to a 7 pin. i have a tekonsha p36A1002282 BRAKE CONTROLLER. Do you have a wiring kit for this? Also i need to still be able to use my 4 pin connection.
asked by: William F
Expert Reply:
Hi William,
You can add a 7-way to your 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 that has a 4-way and the only thing you'll need for that is the following:
- Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller # ETBC7
This comes with a 7- and 4-way trailer connector as well as the wiring, circuit breakers, and rest of the hardware needed for installation. So you'll still be able to use a 4-way connection when needed, but also have the ability to use the 7-way and brake controller when that's needed.
As for a Tekonsha p36A1002282, I was unable to find anything with that number, but I assume you meant the Prodigy P3 # 90195, is that correct? If so it should have come with the splice-in pig tail, but if you don't have that you can get one with part # 20127.
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Lazer S.
1/12/2026
Hey William, how did the upgrade to the 7-way connector on your Ram go with the ETBC7 kit? Were you able to keep both the 4-way and 7-way connections working like you wanted? Your update could make it easier for others doing the same wiring setup.