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Reader asks: Fuse is popping. How do I find the short?

Recently, our RV repair shop received the below email from Lee, an RVtravel.com reader, regarding the 30-amp fuse that keeps popping:

We have a 2021 F-350 towing a 2018 Reflection 337RLS. The problem is that somewhere there is a short. I don’t know if it’s in the trailer or the truck.

It keeps popping the 30-amp fuse in the truck that powers the trailer running lights. It will not pop the fuse just sitting there. I have wiggled every wire I could reach, and disconnected the rearview camera (runs off the lights).

On our last trip, it didn’t pop the fuse for over 250 miles when plugged into the bed connector, but when we left the campground I was connected to the bumper connector and the 30-amp fuse popped almost as soon as we left the campground.

The turn signals and stop lights work. Any idea where I might look next?

Join me in this video as I sit down with my Service Manager, Zach. We share our input on where Lee should troubleshoot first.

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Dustin owns and operates California RV Specialists, an independent RV repair shop located in Lodi, CA. He thrives on sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm of RV repair and maintenance with his team, customers, and virtual friends.

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Dustin proudly operates the business alongside his wife, Ashley; but the true pair that run the show are their Boston Terriers, Arvie and Hitch.

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Dustin Simpson
Dustin Simpsonhttps://calrvspecialists.com/
I have worn many hats in the RV industry through the years. From an RV Technician, Warranty Administrator, Parts Administrator, Parts Manager, Service Manager and now Business Owner. I have even been deemed an RV Expert by the California court system, working on behalf of the customers, dealers, and manufacturers. My repair facility has been servicing customers at the same location since 2003. What sets us apart from the dealerships is we are here to fix and maintain what you have, and not sell you a new one. Whether you own a million-dollar unit or an entry level, my message to you will be the same, it needs to be maintained.


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just aguess (@guest_210149)
1 year ago

Follow the wiring visually from the connector causing the trouble. Chances are it’s scraping against the frame somewhere and worn through the insulation.

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