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Old Aug 4, 2017 | 01:00 PM
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Hi All,


I'm new to the forum so forgive me if this question has been addressed elsewhere.


When I bought the truck used I was told it had the factory towing package but I would like to make sure. When I do a VIN search the results mention a 4-way wiring harness but the truck has a "Mopar" 7-way plug. I have read in other places that if there is a "Blue" connector under the dash for a brake controller then the 7-way was factory installed as part of the towing package.


Can any of you shed so light on this subject? Thank you in advance.
 
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Old Aug 5, 2017 | 07:39 AM
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The dealer may have added it. The trailer-brake connector will be buried behind/under the parking brake pedal. And yes, it's blue.
 
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Old Aug 12, 2017 | 11:40 PM
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Yep, almost any reputable controller manufacturer has the wiring diagram included if you want to cut.

I found an OEM plug-in style harness in my glove box when I bought mine. Might be worth finding one for simplicity's sake.

Took less than an hour, and three beers. Maybe four.
 
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Old Aug 19, 2017 | 01:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Salsaahunt
Hi All,


I'm new to the forum so forgive me if this question has been addressed elsewhere.


When I bought the truck used I was told it had the factory towing package but I would like to make sure. When I do a VIN search the results mention a 4-way wiring harness but the truck has a "Mopar" 7-way plug. I have read in other places that if there is a "Blue" connector under the dash for a brake controller then the 7-way was factory installed as part of the towing package.


Can any of you shed so light on this subject? Thank you in advance.
Mine has the 7 way receptacle through the bumper and the 4-way behind the bumper...........

 
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Old Aug 20, 2017 | 07:07 PM
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Looks factory, or at least it matches what my truck looks like.
 
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