Trailer Running Lights No Longer Working with 2015 Dodge 2500
Question:
I have a 2015 Dodge 2500, my trailer running lights dont work but they did the last time I used the trailer
asked by: Lois
Expert Reply:
I would suggest using a circuit tester # PTW2993, to check your vehicle side connection first. If you have a 4-way flat connector, check the brown wire directly next to the ground post with the probe while the clip is connected to a clean ground. If you have a 7-way connector, the brown taillight wire will be at the 11 o'clock position. If you have a power to that connector, then the vehicle is working correctly. If you do not, then I would recommend checking the parking light fuse, which is F29 as outlined in your 2015 Ram 2500 owner's manual.
If the vehicle side is operating correctly, I would suggest checking for corrosion in the trailer connector first. If that isn't the issue, then check for a damaged section of wire, and then check your trailer's ground. Make sure the ground connections are free of rust, corrosion, and debris so you have a solid metal to metal contact. If that doesn't solve your running lights issue, check your light bulbs. Next, use the circuit tester to check the running light wire at your trailer lights. If that is not working, replace the running light wire with 12 gauge wire # 12-2-1. I've attached a trailer wiring diagram to help.
Products Referenced in This Question
Jacketed 2 Wire (Brake Wire) - 12 Gauge - per Foot
- Wiring
- Wire
- Jacketed Wire
- 2 Wire
- 12 Gauge
- Deka
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Curt Powered Tail Light Converter w/ 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector and Install Kit
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Converter
- 8 Feet Long
- Universal Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Shop: TorkLift Camper Tie-Downs - Custom Frame Mount - Front
- Search Results: grease cap
- Video: Review of Timken Trailer Bearings - Replacement L68149 and L68111 Bearing and Race Set - TMK73VR
- Shop: B&W Defender Locking Gooseneck Coupler Inner Tube - Round - 2-5/16" Ball - 25,000 lbs
- Shop: Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler - Fixed Base - Round - 2-5/16" Ball - 20,000 lbs
- Video: Review of Marlboro Trailer Door Hinges - 4.75 Inch Steel Weld-On Hinge - MA29ZR
- Search Results: 7 wire junction box
- Q&A: Changing a Trailer Ramp Door To Barn Doors On A 6x14 V-Nose Enclosed Trailer
- Video: Bulldog Fixed Base Gooseneck Coupler Review
- Video: B and W Defender Locking Gooseneck Coupler Base Assembly Review and Installation
- Shop: Bauer Products Manger Door Lock for Horse Trailers - Matte Black - Zinc - Left Hand
- Shop: Weld-On Barrel Hinge with Grease Zerk - Round Body - Steel - 4-3/4" Long - 3/4" Diameter
- Shop: Hopkins 7-Way Molded Trailer Wire Connector - 11' Long
- Shop: Jacketed 2 Wire (Brake Wire) - 12 Gauge - per Foot
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Search Results: switch
- Video: Truck Bed Cargo Camera Installation - 2017 Ford F-250 Super Duty
- Search Results: l68111
- Search Results: 10~19
- Q&A: Troubleshooting Trailer Running Lights Not Working with 2017 Ram 2500
- Article: Testing Trailer Brake Magnets for Proper Function
- Q&A: Location of Fuse for 12-V Accessory Power to Trailer Connector 2018 Dodge Ram 2500
- Video: Hopkins Tow Doctor Trailer End Test Unit Review
- Video: Performance Tool Cordless Circuit Tester Review
- Q&A: Troubleshooting Curt Gooseneck Hitch Ball Stuck in Bed of 2016 Ram 2500
- Q&A: 7-Way Wiring Diagram Availability
- Q&A: Recommendation For A Gooseneck Trailer Lock
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement