Is 3.6V on 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Trailer Plug Abnormal

Question:

The trailer brake output blue from the Curt Spectrum Trailer Brake Controller is constantly at 3.4V. Is this a problem?

asked by: Masakazu A

Helpful Expert Reply:

If it's just a 4-Way Flat connector like the T-On # 118786 then I would be surprised to see that much power being pulled to the back of your 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, but if you have a 7-Way like what we find with the Wiring Kit # ETBC7 then 3.6V on the 12V power pin isn't out of the ordinary and you'll be fine.

Attached are photos showing the functions per pin on both a 4-Way and a 7-Way connector for you to reference.

expert reply by: Jon G

7-Way Connector Functions
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4-Way Connector Functions
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Masakazu A.

9/13/2022

The trailer brake output blue from the Curt Spectrum Trailer Brake Controller is constantly at 3.4V. Is this a problem?

Jon G.

9/13/2022

Thank you for the follow up! Seeing some power on the brake output for a brake controller, like your Curt Spectrum # C51170, is perfectly normal as this is the brake controller's way of checking to see if/when a trailer is connected. If it were a light circuit I'd be a bit concerned but since it's for the brake controller you're good to go.