How do you hook up a 6 way?

The color code for wiring harnesses can vary between industries, but the general standard for 6-way plugs is as follows:

1. Green: Right turn/brake light.
2. Yellow: Left turn/brake light.
3. Brown: Tail/running lights.
4. White: Ground wire.
5. Blue: Brake controller output.
6. Red or Black: Battery hot lead.

What does a 6 pin trailer connector do?

In addition to the basic lighting functions of running lights, brake lights, turn signals and a ground wire, a 6-way connector provides one wire for trailer brakes and one wire for a battery connection.

What is a 6 way connector on a trailer?

6 way tow vehicle side. 6 way trailer side. Round 1 1/4″ diameter metal connector allows 1 or 2 additional wiring and lighting functions such as back up lights, auxiliary 12v power or electric brakes. Note: The black (sometimes red) 12v and blue electric brakes wire may need to be reversed to suit the trailer.

What is the purpose of a 4 Way Connector?

The basic purpose remains the same whether your truck and trailer is using a 4-way, 5-way, 6-way or 7-way connector. By law, trailer lighting must be connected into the tow vehicle’s wiring system to provide trailer running lights, turn signals and brake lights.

What size wire do I need for a trailer turn signal?

3/4 inch by 1 inch 6 way rectangle connectors right turn signal (green), left turn signal (yellow), taillight (brown), ground (white). The red and blue wire can be used for brake control or auxiliary. Use on a small motorcycle trailer, snowmobile trailer or utility trailer.

What is a 4 way flat molded connector?

4 way flat molded connectors allow basic hookup for three lighting functions; right turn signal / stop light (green), left turn signal / stop light (yellow), taillight / license / side marker (brown) and a ground (white). 4 way tow vehicle side. 4 way trailer side.