Fuse Locations for 7-Way Connector on 2016 Ram 1500 Big Horn

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By any chance would you know where the fuse is located for the 7 pin on a 2016 Dodge Ram 1500 big horn ?

asked by: Trevor

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I took a look at the online version of the owner's manual for your 2016 Ram 1500. There should be a 30 amp pink fuse located in the F30 position inside the power distribution center. This fuse is specifically for the "Trailer Tow Receptacle". Make sure this fuse is present and in good condition.

Additional fuse locations related to the 7-Way and trailer towing on your 2016 Ram are as follows:

F11 (30 amp pink) - Integrated Trailer Brake Module
F28 (20 amp blue) - Trailer Backup Lights
F29 (20 amp blue) - Trailer Parking Lights
F53 (20 amp yellow micro fuse) - Trailer Tow L Turn/Stop
F81 (20 amp yellow micro fuse) - Trailer Tow R Turn/Stop

expert reply by: Chris R

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Mike

7/20/2020

I have a 2015 ram eco diesel an it has integrated trailer brake controller that is saying not connected any thoughts

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Chris R.

7/26/2020

There's likely some kind of interruption on the brake output circuit. Inspect the 7-Way connector at the bumper and look for any debris or corrosion that needs to be cleaned out of the pins. Do the same on the trailer side. Whatever wiring you can access behind the 7-Way - check for any damaged, pinched, exposed portions that need to be replaced.

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Bob M.

4/8/2020

I was checking the trailer electric at the plug with a test light. I accidentally touched the negative to the running light pin. Half a second... a little smoke... and now no running lights on my trailer. Fuse 29 is NOT blown. I took the fuse out and replaced it... Still not working. I put the test light on the terminals in fuse 29 and have NO power there.... HELP

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Chris R.

4/11/2020

If you don't have any power coming into that fuse, then it honestly might be time to bring the truck up to a mechanic or the dealer. I wasn't able to find any corresponding relays in the owner's manual for that circuit, although you might want to check your copy to be sure - that would be the only other place I can think of to look.

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Answer 1

It could be a tow package fuse on the vehicle. Use the owners manual to find the locations of fuses/relays related to the tow package wiring to check them and replace as needed. If the issue is not a fuse or relay then you can test the vehicle side…

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Answer 2

Most likely the problem is actually a weak ground on the trailer based on what you said. The running light circuit activates the most lights on a trailer so if you have a weak ground that circuit will be where it shows up. Try cleaning the pins of…

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Answer 3

From what I could find, the fuse is in the underhood fuse box next to the battery. Check the yellow 20 Amp fuse in location F29. That should be for the trailer running/parking lights. If I were you, then I would also check the Pink 30 Amp fuse in…

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Answer 4

The trailer running light fuse according to your owners manual is F29 and is a 20 amp blue fuse. You will also want to check the trailer tow receptacle fuse F30 which is a 30 amp pink fuse. If these fuses are good, then I recommend checking each…

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Answer 5

Based on my research there should be a pink 30 amp fuse located at the F30 position inside the power distribution center under the hood of your 2016 Ram 2500. This fuse is connected to the 12V power circuit on the factory 7-Way so you will want to…

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Answer 6

There is no relay switch for your 2016 Ram 3500. I have attached a diagram of the fuse box. Here are the fuse's that control the towing functions on your truck. \F11 (30 amp pink) - Integrated Trailer Brake Module F28 (20 amp blue) - Trailer…

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Answer 7

I took a look at the online version of your 2014 Ram 2500 owner's manual. It looks like there should be a 30 amp pink fuse located in the F11 position inside the power distribution box (under the hood). This particular fuse is for the integrated…

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Answer 8

I reached out to my contact at Tekonsha and there are a few things to check. Since you used the Plug-in Adapter to install the Tekonsha PowerTrac #39523 in your 2020 Ram 1500 there are two posibilities. The first is to double check that the factory…

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Answer 9

The wires exiting the rear of your controller serve the following functions. The blue wires carries the brake output from the controller, the white wire is the ground, the black wire supplies 12 Volt power, and the red wire is tied into the vehicle…

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Answer 10

For a 3500 lb Electric Jack, I recommend the Bulldog Powered-Drive Trailer Jack - Drop Leg - A-Frame - 14" Lift - 3,500 lbs - Black #BD500187. This jack uses a 12 volt system, so it is compatible with your 7-way although a battery is always a…

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Answer 11

Normally a bumper is rated at about 3500 lbs towing capacity. It is usually stamped somewhere on the bumper or possibly on a sticker. A frame mounted hitch is going to have more capacity for towing due to how it is installed. Also, most trailers will…

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Answer 12

The factory puck system that was available for your 2017 Ram 2500 is integrated into the frame and cannot be installed as an aftermarket part. There are some underbed mounted fifth wheel hitch install kits but as of right now none of them install a…

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