Do 4-Way Connectors Have a Power Wire
Question:
Which is the hot wire on a 4 prong plug for a trailer?
asked by: Larry V
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Helpful Expert Reply:
Trailer and vehicle 4-way connectors like you'll find with the 4-Way Flat Trailer Wiring Kit - Vehicle and Trailer Ends # HM48205 do not actually have a hot - or power - wire.
As you can see by the cut out I added of the linked help article on trailer wiring (which I highly recommend checking out), a 4-way will activate running lights, brake lights and turn signals.
I have added a link to our entire selection of trailer end 4-way connectors for you to take a look at.
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helpful expert reply by: Kyle S
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Products Referenced in This Question
Hopkins Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector - Trailer End - 4' Long
- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
- Trailer End Connector
- 0 - 5 Feet Long
- Plug and Lead
- 4 Flat
- Hopkins
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Hopkins 4-Way Flat Trailer Wiring Kit - Vehicle and Trailer Ends
- Trailer Wiring
- Trailer Connectors
- Trailer End Connector
- 0 - 5 Feet Long
- Plug and Lead
- 4 Flat
- Hopkins
more information >
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