Location of Brake Controller Port on a 2016 Ram 1500

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2016 ram 1500. Looked where you said it should be but not seeing. Is it possible that plug is not installed from factory?

asked by: Lee

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All 2016 Ram's came with the brake controller plug from the factory. The location of the plug can be found at the 3:25 mark in the attached video. The plug has a white square connector. It may be tucked back further up in the dash or taped to other wires but it will be in that general location.

If you do not already have a brake controller I highly recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller part # 90195 which is one of our best sellers due to to ease of use, LCD display, and integrated safeguards. You will want to use part # 3024-P to install it.

expert reply by: Conner L

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