How to Connect an RV Trailer Connector
Many people like to pull a trailer or small vehicle behind their RV. Trailers are often used to haul extra supplies and a small vehicle is nice to drive around when vacationing. The trailer is connected by special connector plugs on the back of the RV.
Things You'll Need:
- Connector Plugs
- Purchase connector plugs at an RV store. Different RV's might require different types of plugs; discuss this with a representative at the store. Most RV's however, require both a female and male plug.
- Locate the wiring harness on the back of your RV. You might have to run wires to the back of your RV if it wasn't already pre-wired.
- Attach all wires to their proper location. The plugs usually have a color coded system to make it easy to identify where each wire goes. The ground wire is usually white and can be attached to a piece of metal on the trailer with a bolt. Make sure you attach each wire to its proper location. There should be wires for: brake lights, taillights, running lights, turn signals and a wire for general power. Try finding a wiring diagram on your RV to use as a reference. You should be able to find the diagram using your owner’s manual.
- Repeat the wiring process for the plug on the trailer.
- Connect both plugs and turn the RV key to the ON position. Make sure all the lights work, including the brake and turn signal lights.