Error Message on Dash of Chevy Silverado Using 7-Way Vehicle Power Adapter for Furrion RV Cameras

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Question:

I have the adapter. When I plug.it in I get a fault on my running lights. They come on but when I start moving the running lights turn off. The camera works. And if Im not using the adapter everything works fine except for the camera.

asked by: Jim M

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Expert Reply:

I have had error messages appear from using the 7-Way Vehicle Power Adapter for Furrion RV Observation Camera part # FR87PR in the past as well. I then removed the adapter and installed the 12V PWM Filter for RV Backup Camera Systems part # VGR64VR. This corrected the issue, the cameras had power and there were no longer error messages on the truck dash. Please note, the adapter will need to be hardwired into the trailer behind the factory plug for the camera.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

You should be fine with just the one. To this point we've had limited in-house testing of wiring configurations, but of the two installs completed of a 3-camera system such as you have (most installs are of a single back-up camera), a single…

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Answer 2

Most likely the relay inside of the 7-Way Vehicle Power Adapter w/ Power Switch for Furrion RV Observation Camera #FR87PR isn't showing the same amperage draw that your vehicle is used to causing the computer to think that your tail lights are…

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Answer 3

The issue that you're facing with your Furrion camera System is caused by the PWM GM has switched to with their 7-way wiring and can be solved in two ways: 1. By using the 7-Way Vehicle Power Adapter w/ Power Switch for Furrion RV Observation…

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Answer 4

That issue isn't going away. GM did it to limit the amount of voltage going to the 7-way. You will need the 7-Way Vehicle Power Adapter item #FR87PR for your camera to work properly. If you do not like having to use a 7-way adapter there is also…

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Answer 5

If you aren't receiving any power at the 12V pin location on your truck's 7-Way connector, I recommend making sure that there is not a blown or missing fuse. I took a look at the online owner's manual for your 2017 Ford F-350 for the…

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Answer 6

You are correct the 12V PWM Filter for RV Backup Camera Systems item #VGR64VR will solve your problem. The PWM Filter is basically a capacitor that provides your camera with the necessary power that GM has decided not to provide through their 7-Way…

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Answer 7

I spoke with the manufacturer and they said that if you're just having issues with just the 2018 VW Atlas when using your Furrion Vision S Wireless RV Backup Camera System w/ Night Vision - Rear Mount - 4.3" Screen item #FOS43TASF then you…

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Answer 8

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 9

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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Answer 10

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 11

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 12

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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