Towing a Trailer with a 4-Way Trailer Connector with a Vehicle that has a 5-Way Connector

Updated 06/15/2018 | Published 06/14/2018

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Hopkins Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector - Trailer End - 6' Long

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Question:

I want to convert a 5 wire vehicle to a 4 wire setup for the trailer. The trailer has led lights. Do you have a converter that will work for this application?

asked by: Dave

Expert Reply:

It sounds like you're trying to tow a trailer that has a 4-way connector, like part # HM38168, with a vehicle that has a 5-way connector, like part # HM37908. If this is the case you don't need any additional parts or a converter. A 4-way and 5-way will plug into each other you just won't have the 5th pin connected. Nor will you have the function that's carried on that pin.

If this isn't what you're trying to do then let me know your exact set up so I can be more help.

expert reply by: Charles S