Troubleshooting Trailer Tail Light Not Working
Updated 09/04/2018 | Published 09/01/2018
Question:
My camper, when hooked up to my 2014 dodge ram 1500, has a right tail light not working. The bulb is fine. Trailer wiring harness is fine. The other lights work. What is wrong
asked by: MIKE R
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Expert Reply:
What is wrong is almost certainly a poor ground. You mentioned the bulb is fine and the harness is fine so you need to check the ground connection, making sure your grounds are securely attached to bare metal surfaces free of any paint, dirt or corrosion of any kind.
I've added links to a pair of help articles on trailer wiring that you may also find useful.
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Kyle S
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