Wiring US 4-Pole Trailer Connector 2014 Ford F150 to For Trailer with European 7-way

Question:

I have a 2014 F150 and a European 7 pin trailer. Do I need any special parts to connect the truck and trailer? My German neighbor thinks he can splice into an existing wire bundle. The European side has a male fitting.

asked by: Chris

Expert Reply:

I am not aware of the existence of an adapter, but one could be easily constructed.

You will need to find a vehicle-side socket to receive the plug from your trailer. We do not carry them, so you will need to obtain one locally. You will also need a vehicle to vehicle taillight converter like part # 118158 and a trailer side 4-pole like part # 18004. You would then wire the converter as shown in the diagram I provided.

Using this adapter will separate the turn signal back out so that the separate turn signals on your trailer will operate correctly.

expert reply by: Jameson C