Testing Tail Light Wiring On a 2012 Ford Escape and Which Wiring Harnesses Will Fit
Question:
what colors are the wires for the turn signal, brakes and brake light? color code on 2012 escape driver side tail light
asked by: Jack
Expert Reply:
You would need to use a circuit tester like # PTW2993 if needed to determine the wire functions on the taillights of your 2012 Ford Escape. This would only be if you are hardwiring in a harness. All of the wiring harnesses for the vehicle are T-Connectors that just plug in line with the vehicle wiring, see link.
The wiring harness that you have referenced, # 118251, is designed for vehicles that came with the factory tow package. A dealership can run the VIN to tell you how the vehicle is equipped and what options it has, included whether or not it has a tow package.
On a 4-Way trailer connector, white is ground, yellow is left turn and brake lights, green is right turn and brake lights, and brown is the running lights.
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Tow Package Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
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