Parts Needed to Install 7-Way and Brake Controller 2004 Dodge Ram 1500
Question:
I have a 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 single cab. The build sheet specifies a tow package with a 4 way plug. I want to change over to a 7 way plug to tow a car trailer. There is a blue colored receptacle plug under the left side of dash that is probably for a trailer brake controller. Just behind the exterior cab at the bottom of the truck bed are two plugs that the rear wiring harness plugs into. As I follow the harness to the rear of the truck bed the wiring splits off to the gas’s tank, tail lights, etc. and a 4 way trailer connector. There is no plug at the rear of the wiring harness that this connector plugs into. So I’m probably going to need a 7 way receptacle that this 4 way plug can tie into or plug into plus I’m guessing I’ll need to run two more wires. I’m wondering since I have a trailer brake controller plug under the dash, can I tie the two wires that I have to run into one of the wiring plugs behind the cab. I would like a brake controller that is hidden under the dash with a control knob controlling it mounted in the dash. Any help and recommendations are greatly appreciated.
asked by: Dick H
Expert Reply:
Sounds like the brake controller wiring you found under the dash of your 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 doesn't run to the rear of the vehicle. I would be shocked if any of the circuits are active though on that connector as everything we know on your vehicle indicates that there's nothing there.
So to convert to a 7-way and install a brake controller you would need the # ETBC7 which comes with everything needed for that. Since you want a knob brake controller the best option is the Redarch Tow Pro Liberty part # RED24FR and # RED69FR. This only puts a knob on your dash like you wanted an uses an inertia sensor to detect how hard you are applying the vehicle brakes to decide how hard to apply trailer brakes.
Products Referenced in This Question
Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Installation Kits
- etrailer
more information >
Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller - Dash Knob - 1 to 2 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Dash-Mounted Knob
- Hidden
- Up to 2 Axles
- Indicator Lights
- Redarc
more information >
Universal Wiring Harness for Redarc Tow-Pro Trailer Brake Controllers
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Wiring Adapter
- Redarc
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Hopkins Endurance 5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness with 7-Pole Plug
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Fifth Wheel and Gooseneck Wiring
- 10 Feet Long
- Custom Fit
- 7 Round - Blade
- Hopkins
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Continue Researching
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Shop: Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller - Dash Knob - 1 to 2 Axles - Proportional
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Shop: Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Shop: Redarc Tow-Pro Elite Brake Controller - Dash Knob - 2 Braking Modes - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional
- Shop: Bumpers
- Article: Electric Brake Controller Installation on Dodge Ram Trucks to 2012
- Video: Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller Installation - 2016 Ram 1500
- Video: Trailer Wiring Harness Installation - 2004 Dodge Ram Pickup
- Shop: Universal Wiring Harness for Redarc Tow-Pro Trailer Brake Controllers
- Shop: Base Plate for Tow Bar
- Shop: Vehicle Tow Bar Wiring
- Shop: Grille
- Shop: RV Antenna and Radio
- Article: Ram Trailer Tow Prep Package
- Video: Curt 4 Pole to 7 Pole and 4 Pole Adapter Review
- Article: Towing a Trailer? Let's Talk About Brake Controllers
- Video: Redarc Tow-Pro Trailer Brake Controller Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness Review
- Video: Tekonsha Brake Controller 3020-S Review
- Video: Review of Redarc Trailer Brake Controller Wiring Harness - RED99FR
- Video: Review of Redarc Trailer Brake Controller - Tow-Pro Elite - RED44FR
- Shop: Adapter 4 Pole to 7 Pole and 4 Pole w/Test Lamps
- Shop: Hopkins Endurance 5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness with 7-Pole Plug
- Shop: Tekonsha Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Pigtail - Dodge
- Q&A: Which Draw-Tite Gooseneck Hitch Fits 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 Short Bed
- Q&A: Where in Truck Bed to Install 7-Way Connector in Bed of 2007 Dodge Ram 3500
- Q&A: How Does Fifth Wheel Trailer Wiring Install on a 2004 Dodge Ram
- Q&A: Need A 7-Way Plug For 2003 Dodge Ram Pickup That Has 4-Way Wiring
- Q&A: Adding a 7-Way Trailer Connector to a 2004 Dodge Ram with Factory 4-Way
- Q&A: Installing a 7-Way Trailer Connector on a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 With 4-Way Wiring Harness