Trailer Auxiliary Power Switch

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  1. Feb 21, 2021 #1
    CDLman63

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    I drive a 2021 International LT 625 pulling a 48-ft flatbed. I have a Trailer Auxiliary Power switch in my truck. I looked through the operator’s manual, but couldn’t find information on this. What is this switch for?
     
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  3. Feb 21, 2021 #2
    Dave1837

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    Probably an ABS or dump valve switch. Did you try flipping the switch? If you did, did you hear any clicking or air dumping from the trailer?
     
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    staceydude

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    Go test your pins on truck to trailer connection. Flip that switch and see if anything changes on pins. Like Dave said probably a dump valve or ABS
     
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  5. Mar 29, 2024 #4
    Lotam

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    Very late to reply here. Hope this helps someone.

    I drive a similar truck. In my case, this switch charges the batteries that power my trailer's tail gate. I would use a 4th line on a previous truck.
     
    Lotam, Mar 29, 2024
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