Installing Trailer Brake Controller on 2002 Dodge Ram Van 1500

Published 08/02/2019

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Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Dodge

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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires

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Question:

Trying to install TEKONSHA P3 BRAKE CONTROL with Ram 1500 plug-n-play connector 95-09 Dodge Ram 1500 3020P Where is the Van connector located? thanks in advance

asked by: John H

Expert Reply:

Based on my research the 2002 Dodge Ram Van 1500 doesn't actually come equipped with a factory brake controller port behind the dash. The Tekonsha Plug-In Harness # 3020-P that you referenced is for the 1995-2009 Dodge Ram Pickup and isn't compatible with the Van models.

On your Ram 1500 Van the Prodigy P3 Brake Controller # 90195 will need to be hardwired in. I'm not sure what the van is already equipped with but if you don't have an existing 7-Way connector this will need to be added as well with the Wiring Kit # ETBC7, assuming it does have a 4-Way.

If you don't have a 4-Way connector either then you will need to start there using a universal hardwire kit like the Tekonsha # 18252.

I have attached the written installation instructions that you can take a look at as well.

expert reply by: Chris R