Running lights not working - how to troubleshoot?
I had an odd problem when I connected the 7 pin connector to my F150. Usually, I turn my headlights in full "on" mode, so when I'm behind the truck and the connector seats - I see the running lights come on.
On Friday, I tried and no running lights. Must have fiddled with it for 20 minutes, with a sickening feeling that the trip may have to be cancelled. I finally thought, I'll try the turn signals....sure enough turn signals and brake lights worked. No running lights, no tail lights. I checked the dash and the trailer sensor for brakes connected was functioning properly. Since we would travel both directions in the daylight, we went on, without incident.
Now that I'm back, I need to get that resolved, but don't know where to start. In the truck? In the trailer? At the connector? My trailer wiring IQ is pretty low..... so suggestions in newbie terms please.
Thanks.
**NOTE: item of note. I had an electric jack installed since the last time we went out. Is there perhaps a connection there?
On Friday, I tried and no running lights. Must have fiddled with it for 20 minutes, with a sickening feeling that the trip may have to be cancelled. I finally thought, I'll try the turn signals....sure enough turn signals and brake lights worked. No running lights, no tail lights. I checked the dash and the trailer sensor for brakes connected was functioning properly. Since we would travel both directions in the daylight, we went on, without incident.
Now that I'm back, I need to get that resolved, but don't know where to start. In the truck? In the trailer? At the connector? My trailer wiring IQ is pretty low..... so suggestions in newbie terms please.
Thanks.
**NOTE: item of note. I had an electric jack installed since the last time we went out. Is there perhaps a connection there?
