5-Way Adapter Recommendation for a 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Question:

I need a trailer wiring harness vehicle side with a 5 way flat plug. If available i need it to plug in the wiring harness.

asked by: Eric S

Expert Reply:

Your 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac should come with a 4-way already installed. All you would need to convert it to a 5-way would be a # 20036.

Next you will need to do is figure out where to run the fifth (blue) wire of the # 20036. Most likely this wire is used for a reverse lockout for surge brakes, or reverse lights. If this is the case you will need to tap into the reverse light circuit of your vehicle using the included quick-splice. I attached an installation video for the # 20036 for you to check out also.

Another option is that the fifth circuit is for charging a battery that is on your trailer. If that is the case you will need to run the wire to a 12 volt battery source.

expert reply by: Jameson C