Trailer Turn Signals Both Blink when Just Left Turn Signal is Activated
Question:
all the trailer lights work fine until i hit the left blinker then the back two trailer lights start to blink as if i turned the hazards on
asked by: Hayden
Expert Reply:
What you are describing is normally the result one 1 of 3 issues: First, there could be some corrosion in or on the connectors on the vehicle or trailer side or both. Second there could be a bad ground. Bad grounds can cause all sorts of bizarre things to happen as electricity likes to take the path of least resistance. And third, sometimes wiring mistakes can be made if the trailer connector is a wishbone type harness (4-Way flat but with 5 wires coming out, 2 for running lights).
First disconnect the trailer and use a circuit tester, like # PTW2993 if you do not already have one, to test the vehicle side connector for the proper functions. I have included a link to a video that explains how to test a converter along with an FAQ article on troubleshooting 4 and 5-Way wiring.
On the trailer side you will want to make sure the connector is clean and that the main ground is connected to a clean and corrosion free bare metal surface. You will also need to do the same for each of the trailer lights. Also if the trailer has an aluminum frame, tilt bed, or folding tongue then it will help to run jumper grounds from the lights to the main trailer connector ground.
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Dan T.
5/10/2020
I have the magnet type lights for my car trailer i have the 4wire plug everthings is working good until i turn on my turn signal both lights blink i have move the ground3 times on my truck with the same result i could use some help.