7-Way Trailer Connector Recommendation for 2017 GMC Sierra 2500

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Question:

I am using wiring harness already under spare tire that just needs female plug but the color coded wires are different from what the plug is calling for. this is on a 2017 Silverado 2500HD.

asked by: Larry

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Expert Reply:

Wiring colors for trailer wiring can vary quite a bit. But if you have a round connector designed for a 7-way socket what you'd want is the # 74682 which is a 7-way socket that will plug right in and work well. This comes with a bracket to mount the 7-way and an additional 4-way as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The Curt Echo Mobile part #C51180 that you referenced is designed to work like normal if installed upside down. The circle around the orange emergency override button of the controller is a display for the braking output. It's basically a gray…

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Answer 2

From what I understand of the 2010 Chevy Silverado, you first will need to release the connector and housing from the bumper. Pull it out, wiring and all, just enough that you have a little room to work. The housing should then just be able to be…

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 6

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 7

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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