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    Converting 4 plug to 5 plug 1997 GMC

    I hope this is the correct forum for this post.

    I have a 1997 GMC 3/4 ton that currently has a 4 plug for trailer connection. On my 2006 Z20 Ranger I need 5 plug connection due to the brake actuator?
    I believe it is standard on 2000 and newer vehicles. Those that are familiar know if i back up, the brakes will activate without the 5th prong connection. What do I need to do to convert over ?

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    Re: Converting 4 plug to 5 plug 1997 GMC (Bass_Junky)

    <table width="90%" cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 align=center><tr><td>Quote, originally posted by Bass_Junky &raquo;</td></tr><tr><td class="quote">I hope this is the correct forum for this post.

    I have a 1997 GMC 3/4 ton that currently has a 4 plug for trailer connection. On my 2006 Z20 Ranger I need 5 plug connection due to the brake actuator?
    I believe it is standard on 2000 and newer vehicles. Those that are familiar know if i back up, the brakes will activate without the 5th prong connection. What do I need to do to convert over ?</td></tr></table>
    You need a truck side Flat 5 connector. The first 4 wire (yellow, green, brown, and white) go exactly where the current Flat 4 is connected. The 5th (blue) wire hooks to your backup lights. This will de-activate your surge brakes when you put the truck in reverse.


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    Re: Converting 4 plug to 5 plug 1997 GMC (ReelDoc)

    http://www.streetsideauto.com/...ronto

    you could get one of these.

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    Re: Converting 4 plug to 5 plug 1997 GMC (Bass_Junky)

    Thanks for the advice. Will switch it over this weekend.

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