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Pinpoint Test A : All The Trailer Lamps Are Inoperative

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  1. A1 CHECK THE TRAILER TOW GROUND CIRCUIT FOR CONTINUITY TO GROUND

    • Ignition OFF.

    • Disconnect: Trailer.

    • Disconnect: Negative Battery Cable.

    • For 7-pin 5th wheel connector, measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      Pin 2
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      Ground

    • For 4-pin and 7-pin trailer connector, measure:

      For 4-Pin Connector 

      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      4-Pin Connector, Pin 4
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      Ground

      For 7-Pin Connector 

      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      7-Pin Connector, Pin 2
      GFD410231Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      Ground

    Is the resistance less than 3 ohms? 

    Yes  The vehicle is operating correctly. SEND the trailer to an authorized camper/trailer repair facility.
    No  GO to  A2
  2. A2 CHECK THE TRAILER TOW GROUND CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN

    • Disconnect: Trailer Tow C4099 (trailer connector).

    • Disconnect: Trailer Tow C439 (5th wheel connector).

    • For 7-pin 5th wheel connector, measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C439-2
      GFD410231Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      Ground

    • For 4-pin and 7-pin trailer connector, measure:
      Positive Lead Measurement / Action Negative Lead
      C4099-2
      GFD410231Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
      Ground

    Is the resistance less than 3 ohms? 

    Yes  INSTALL a new trailer tow or 5th wheel connector. TEST the system for normal operation.
    No  REPAIR the circuit.