Brake Controller Install Recommendation for 2018 Ram 1500

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I recently purchased a 2018 Ram and the plug under the dash appears to be 8 pins in a row trapezoid shape plug does not match my Reese trailer brake plug, which is 4 pin. Please point me to the correct adapter. Thanks ,

asked by: Charles V

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Expert Reply:

The correct brake controller install harness for your 2018 Ram 1500 is the part # 3024-P which it sounds like you have. Most likely you grabbed the wrong harness on your vehicle for this to plug into.

Best option I have would be for you to check out the install video I attached below to find where the harness needs to plug in on your Ram.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 2

Hey, James! We do carry a Tekonsha harness that will work for you. Harness part 3024-P will fit your new 2026 Ram 1500 truck. We are in the midst of updating fitments for the 2026 year so our site may not show it has a fit but I've made sure that…

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Answer 3

Factory brake controllers seem to unfortunately be very temperamental and usually quite a bit more expensive that an aftermarket brake controller so I have to recommend going with an aftermarket option. Luckily there is a brake controller port so…

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The install the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite #RED44FR using the Wiring Adapter #331-TPH-020 for your 2018 Ram 1500 you'll need to find the vehicle-side connector for the adapter. This will be located up under your driver's side dash to the right of…

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

That's a very good question, we tend to be extra cautious and say to use 10 gauge wire because that would be more than enough. When you get into longer trailers that will end up using a lot of wire the heavier gauge wire becomes more necessary.…

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Answer 12

Hi there Chris, great question. Yes the Redarc #RED87CR is truly a plug and play brake controller for your 2026 Ram 1500. It connects directly to the factory tow controller connector under the dash, so there’s no dealer programming required like you…

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Brake Controller Install Recommendation for 2018 Ram 1500

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