Description
Overview:
The 7‐Pin Towbar Socket Tester (MPN 763 973) is a plug‐in diagnostic tool for checking the road‐lighting and power circuits on towing vehicles fitted with a standard 7‐pin towbar socket. Designed for 12 volt systems, it helps confirm that wiring and connections are functioning correctly after installation, repair or routine maintenance, and before coupling up to a caravan or trailer. The tester uses an integral cable of approximately 3.5 m (11.5 ft), allowing a single operator to run through the lighting functions from the driver's seat while observing the tester's indications. It is suitable for use across typical towing setups including cars, vans, 4x4s and light commercial vehicles used to pull general cargo trailers, plant trailers and caravans. As part of good practice, trailer or caravan road lights should also be inspected before every journey.
Key Features:
- For 12V vehicles with a standard 7‐pin towbar socket
- Verifies left and right position (side) light circuits
- Verifies left and right indicator circuits
- Verifies stop (brake) light circuit
- Verifies rear fog light circuit
- Verifies reverse light circuit
- Checks 12V+ permanent supply circuit
- Checks 12V+ switched/ignition supply circuit
- Approx. 3.5 m (11.5 ft) cable enables testing from the driver's seat
- Aids post‐installation checks and pre‐tow safety inspections
Typical Applications:
Used by workshop technicians, mobile fitters and fleet operators to confirm correct operation of towing electrics on vehicles equipped with a 7‐pin socket. Suitable for cars, vans and light commercials towing caravans, box trailers, plant and equipment trailers, boat trailers and horseboxes. Helpful for commissioning new towbar installations, diagnosing lighting faults and carrying out routine checks before towing.
Also known as:
7‐Pin Socket Tester
Trailer Socket Tester 7‐Pin
Towbar Electrical Socket Checker
7‐Pole Tow Socket Tester
Maypole part number MP180B
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 763 973 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
