Brake Controller Install Recommendation for 2018 Ram 1500

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I recently purchased a 2018 Ram and the plug under the dash appears to be 8 pins in a row trapezoid shape plug does not match my Reese trailer brake plug, which is 4 pin. Please point me to the correct adapter. Thanks ,

asked by: Charles V

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The correct brake controller install harness for your 2018 Ram 1500 is the part # 3024-P which it sounds like you have. Most likely you grabbed the wrong harness on your vehicle for this to plug into.

Best option I have would be for you to check out the install video I attached below to find where the harness needs to plug in on your Ram.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

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It sounds like the problem is corrosion on the trailer 7-way brake output circuit which is causing the controller to only show an intermittent connection. Try cleaning off this pin on the 7-way with some fine grit sandpaper. Testing the brake…

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Brake Controller Install Recommendation for 2018 Ram 1500

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