Can Adapter 4 Pole to 5 Pole Trailer Wiring Adapter, # 20036 Be Used on a 1996 Ford Explorer
Question:
I have a 1996 Ford Explorer that currently has a 4-Pole wiring harness. My new boat trailer has a surge brake and requires a 5-Pole harness. The fifth wire needs to be connected to the reverse light so the surge brake is deactivated when I put my vehicle in reverse. Can I use the 4-pole to 5-pole trailer wiring adapter for my 1996 Explorer by directly connecting the blue wire to the vehicles reverse light?
asked by: Mike
Expert Reply:
Absolutely. The Adapter 4 Pole to 5 Pole Trailer Wiring Adapter, # 20036, is the exact part that I would recommend for your application and the way you have described how to connect it is right on the money. I have included a link to a video that shows a typical installation of this adapter for you to view.
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Tow Ready 4 Pole to 5 Pole Trailer Wiring Adapter
- Trailer Wiring
- Wiring Adapters
- Single-Function Adapter
- 0 - 5 Feet Long
- 4 Flat
- Plug and Lead
- 5 Flat
- Tow Ready
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