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04-15-2008, 08:46 PM

jimm66

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Trailer connectors

Wondering if there is a tool to clean the 4 pin trailer connector? Not easy to clean especially the female end. Any ideas???????

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04-16-2008, 07:08 PM

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you could try a small screwdriver and some fluid film (works great) but i myself think it would be easier to plug in a new one.

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04-16-2008, 07:17 PM

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Replacing it means to replace the whole harness.

The contacts just need to be cleaned. Someone should make and market a tool for cleaning, like a battery post tool.

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04-16-2008, 07:25 PM

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Not that big of a job....it just plugs into your tail light harness mounted to the frame above the rear axel..but like I said a small screw driver and fluid film works great.

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04-16-2008, 07:28 PM

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Get some electrical contact cleaner, a small screwdriver and some toothpicks. Once you get it cleaned out it would be wise to use some dielectric grease and find a cap for the plug.

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