Recommendation for Wiring 4-Way on 2016 Chevy Express Van for Reverse Lights
Question:
chevy express van. Does this have reverse light function?
asked by: Jamie
Expert Reply:
The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # 55540 referenced in your question, which is confirmed to fit your 2016 Chevy Express Van, does not by itself have a reverse light wire. This harness will provide a 4-Way flat that will power the trailer's basic signal lights.
In order to tap into your reverse lights, I recommend simply using the Tow Ready 4 Pole to 5 Pole Adapter # 20036 after you have the above 4-Way installed. This will plug directly into the 4-Way flat to provide you with a 5 pole flat. The included blue wire will just need to be spliced into the reverse light wire on your vehicle, which you can find using a circuit tester like # PTW2993.
If your trailer does not also have a 5-Way flat connector, you can install the Hopkins Endurance 5-Way Flat # HM47910.
I have attached a couple demonstration videos on these products that you can also check out.
Products Referenced in This Question
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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Hopkins Endurance 5-Way Flat Trailer Connector - Trailer End - Ergonomic Design
- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
- Trailer End Connector
- 0 - 5 Feet Long
- Plug and Lead
- 5 Flat
- Hopkins
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- CURT
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