Is Trailer Wiring Problem a Ground Issue
Question:
I just installed LED fender lights on my cargo trailer 14single axle Interstate I also re-wired the 6 pole plug. I took pictures of the old one to make sure I wired the new one correctly. After install, none of my trailer lights work. But if i remove the ground from a fender light and jump it to the frame of my truck, it works. That tells me a ground issue somewhere. What is confusing me is that when I touch my test between the truck frame and the trailer, it lights up. I cant decide if its a ground issue or a short issue
asked by: Travia C
Expert Reply:
I absolutely agree with you that what you are experiencing is a ground issue; moving it to a frame with a clean metal surface is going to resolve the issue in nearly every case. If it was a short you would still be having issues with lights not working as moving the ground wouldn't resolve that. A short means the voltage would not be getting to the lights and also possibly affecting other lights so you are right on that it is a ground issue.
I have added a link to a help article on troubleshooting trailer wiring that I highly recommend checking out as well.
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- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
- Trailer End Connector
- 0 - 5 Feet Long
- Plug and Lead
- 4 Flat
- Draw-Tite
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