Why A Converter Is Important On Certain Trailer Wiring

Question:

This is for a 95 Honda Accord which has separate wires for STOP, TAIL, LEFT-TURN, RIGHT-TURN, and GND. I am thinking about changing my system to separate turn signal lights on my trailer since I am replacing the system. I wanted to try to not use a new conversion box which blew out. I already purchased new LED 2 wire standard stop/turn/tail combination lights. I would purchase 2 new orange marker lights and use them as turn signals. In general, why couldnt the brake signal run in the same wires with the tail lights? If I use separate wires for the turn signals Again- this all would be splicing directly into my car wiring

asked by: Scott

Expert Reply:

If you run the brake signal on the same wire as the tail lights the brake lights will always illuminate when you turn the Honda's headlights on. You would not have a separate brake signal when you brake. Without the converter you may also cause an overload on the electrical system of the Honda and blow fuses when you tow.

I recommend to use the custom fit wiring harness part # 118336 on the 1995 Honda Accord because the Tekonsha converter boxes have been known to last a bit longer then the other options. This wiring harness will be a plug and play option so there is not a need to splice into the vehicle's wiring.

expert reply by: Heather A