Does Redarc Tow-Pro Elite For 2004 Dodge Ram With Factory 7-Way Need Added Fuse

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The instructions for this brake controller call for a 25A fuse. I’m installing on a 2004 Dodge Ram using the Tekonsha 3020-s. The factory trailer brake harness notes that it is 15A maximum. Will this cause any issues? Will 15A be sufficient to run the brake controller? Thank you

asked by: David S

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That's a good question, but you will not need any added fuses and what you have with your 2004 Dodge Ram will be sufficient with the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller # RED44FR and Tekonsha Custom Wiring Adapter # 3020-S.

I was able to look up some service manuals, and found that the fuse box in the engine compartment is properly fused for the electric brake provision in your truck.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Brian L.

5/19/2025

I am about to purchase the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Trailer Brake Controller # RED44FR for my 2004 Dodge RAM. I would prefer to use a wiring adaptor instead of splicing. What wiring adaptor do I need? (looking at the reply above, is that correct #3020-S)? Thank you,

Kate F.

5/21/2025

@BrianL In order to have this be an easy plug in application, you will need to 2 pigtails to accomplish this since Redarc decided to discontinue their pigtail for the 2005 Ram. You will need the Redarc Tow-Pro Wiring Adapter for Tekonsha Brake Controller Harness # 331-TPH-017 (plugs into the brake controller), and the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers - Dodge # 3020-P. This is the only possible way so you do not have to splice it in. I am shocked that Redarc got rid of the pigtail. So this will be a plug-plug-n-play application =)

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