Back up lights for trailer

1987 TOYOTA PICKUP
15,500 MILES • 2.4L • 4 CYL • 4WD • MANUAL
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SFCTRIPLETT57
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I want to hook up back up lights on the trailer. What’s the best way to do it?
Aug 15, 2021 at 6:23 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

I need a little more info. Do you have a plug for the trailer already and simply want to add backup lights?

If you look at the schematic below, it shows the backup lights. You need to splice into the red wire with a white tracer. That will give you power, but not ground. That's where I need to know what you already have done or what you plan.

Here is a link you may find helpful when working with the wiring:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

Let me know if this helps. Also, let me know if you have questions.

Take care,

Joe

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Aug 15, 2021 at 9:49 PM
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SFCTRIPLETT57
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Thank you Sir.
Aug 22, 2021 at 1:46 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

You are very welcome. I hope it worked out for you.

Take care and feel free to come back anytime in the future.

Joe
Aug 22, 2021 at 8:17 PM