Troubleshooting Reverse Light Fuse Blowing and Reverse Lockout Solenoid Wiring getting Hot

Updated 02/28/2014 | Published 02/27/2014

Question:

Reverse light circuit for reverse lock out is blowing...My ground wire going to trailer is getting hot when this happens my surge brake fuse blows ! What could be blowing this I changed my solenoid should have I put Teflon tape on the threads thanks

asked by: Tommy G

Helpful Expert Reply:

It sounds like the problem is in the wiring of your reverse lockout solenoid. Most likely the circuit is shorting out somewhere and is causing the circuit to over-draw which is why the fuse is popping and the wire is getting hot.

I would inspect the wiring of the circuit and see if you can find any obvious signs of a short and fix as necessary. Cut or exposed wiring or corrosion can cause shorts.

I attached an FAQ on trailer wiring for you to check out also.

expert reply by: Jameson C