Can Trailer Wiring of 2019 Ram 1500 be Used for Powering Third Brake Light

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2019 RAM 1500 I want to wire auxiliary LED brake lights to a backrack, but I want the auxiliary lights for brakes only. Could I use the trucks stock 4 flat connector and C56196 to separate the brake lights from the turn signals?

asked by: Jones

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Expert Reply:

Yes, you can use the Curt taillight converter part # C56196 to separate your turn signals from brake lights so that you can run a dedicated brake light on your rack. That's exactly what this adapter was designed for.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

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Answer 5

The Pacer Performance 3rd Brake Light Logic Module part #PP20-702 is your best option to isolate the brake signal from the turn signal for a third brake light. However, the issue that you are experiencing is that some LEDs simply don't draw…

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

It is perfectly normal for the brake lights to flash when using the warning lights (hazard lights) after installing the Curt 2-To-3-Wire Tail Light Converter #C56196 on a vehicle like your 2017 Dodge Challenger. There isn't a way to resolve the…

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Answer 8

To power a third brake light on a vehicle or camper shell you will need to find a circuit that only sees voltage when the brakes are applied. The CHMSL circuit is usually the one to use. CHMSL stands for center high mount signal lamp. Check the fuse…

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Answer 9

You have a wiring issue, either the Curt 2 to 3 Wire Tail Light Converter, #C56196 was not installed correctly, or the trailer you are connected to is not properly wired. Please note the attached trailer wiring diagram(s) and instructions.

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Answer 10

If you're needing to power a third brake light that's on a camper shell it will need to be wired into the truck's wiring. Use the Curt Tail Light Converter #C56196 to separate the turn signals from the brake light circuit. The red wire on…

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

Roadmaster actually has their Brake Light Relay part #RM-88400 for this exact situation. This prevents the supplemental braking system from applying the brake lights and preventing the turn signals wired to the same circuits from flashing.

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