Draw-Tite 118571 T-ONE CONNECTOR User Manual
English
10. Disconnect the vehicle’s Negative (-) battery
cable. If not removed, remove the fuse from the
yellow fuse holder (provided). After cutting the
fuse holder wire
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, attach the ring terminal and
secure to the vehicle’s Positive (+) battery cable
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. Connect the other end of the fuse holder
to the black 12 ga. wire, using the yellow butt
connector (provided).
WARNING
Read and follow all warnings and cautions printed
on the tow vehicle’s battery.
11. Reconnect the vehicle’s Negative (-) battery cable
and install the 10 amp fuse into the fuse holder
from step 11.
WARNING
All connections must be complete for the
T-Connector to function properly. Test and
verify installation with a test light or trailer
once installed. For initial test, reset vehicle
electrical system by temporarily removing
the key from the ignition.
12. Secure the remainder of the T-Connector harness
with the cable ties provided, to prevent damage
or rattling and being careful to avoid any areas
that would pinch, cut or melt the wire.
13. Reinstall taillight assemblies and other items
removed during installation, being careful not
to pinch or cut the wires.
WARNING
Overloading circuit can cause fires. DO NOT
exceed lower of vehicle manufacturer rating or:
• Max. stop/turn light: 2 per side (4.2 amps)
• Max. tail lights: (7.5 amps)
Read vehicle’s owners manual & instruction
sheet for additional information.
ENGLISH
TOOLS REQUIRED:
Trim Panel Remover, 10mm Socket &
Ratchet or 10mm Wrench, Drill (3/32” Drill Bit),
1/4” socket, Wire Crimpers, Wire Cutters,
Philips Head Screwdriver, Test-probe
1. Open the rear tailgate to access the bolts that
hold the taillights in place. Using a Phillips head
screwdriver, Remove the taillights on both the
driver and passenger side of the vehicle. After
removing the screws, carefully pull the taillight
away from the vehicle being careful not to
damage the alignment pins
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.
2. On the Driver’s side, disconnect the vehicle wiring
harness from the taillight socket. Separate this
connector, being careful not to break the locking
tabs. All connector surfaces should be clean and
free of dirt
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.
3. Route harness containing the yellow wire
underneath the vehicle up through the opening
between the vehicle bumper and body to the
driver’s side taillight pocket
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.
4. Route the 4-Flat to the center of the vehicle’s
crossmember using cable ties provided.
Route harness containing the green wire
underneath the vehicle up through the opening
between the vehicle bumper and body to the
passenger’s side taillight pocket.
WARNING
Route the wire being careful to avoid any hot
pipes, heat shields, the fuel tank or any other
points that may pinch or break the wire
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.
5. On the driver’s side, insert the T-Connector
end, with the yellow wire, between the vehicle
wiring connectors and lock into place. Be careful
not to damage the locking tabs and be sure
that connectors are fully inserted with locking
tabs in place.
6. Repeat steps 2 & 5 on passenger’s side with
T-Connector end containing the green wire.
7. Mount the T-Connector black box using cable ties
or double-sided tape provided. Mount in an area
that is located as close to the taillight pocket as
possible to prevent from any damage
WARNING
Make sure module is mounted so that the epoxy
side of the module is pointed towards the ground
to prevent any water buildup.
8.
Locate a suitable grounding point on the driver’s
side near the connectors. Drill a 3/32” hole and
secure white wire with eyelet using screw provided.
Do not drill into any exposed surfaces.
CAUTION
Verify what is behind any surface prior to drilling
to avoid damage to the vehicle and/or personal
injury. Do not drill into any exposed surfaces.
9. On the driver’s side, locate the red 12 ga.
Power wire from the T-Connector box. Attach the
black 12 ga. wire provided. Route the remaining
wire through the opening in the taillight socket,
behind the bumper. Route the black wire along
the exterior frame or follow the existing wiring
along the thresholds into the engine compartment
up to the battery avoiding areas that may pinch or
break the wire.
READ THIS FIRST:
Read and follow all vehicle warnings and
installation instructions before beginning installation.
Wear safety glasses and use all safety precautions
during installation.
LISEz CECI EN PREmIER:
Lire et observer toutes les consignes de sécurité et les
instructions avant de commencer l’installation. Durant
l’installation, veiller à toujours porter des lunettes
de protection et respecter les mesures de sécurité.
LEA ESTO PRImERO:
Lea y siga todas las advertencias e instrucciones
de instalación del vehículo antes de empezar la
instalación. Use gafas de seguridad y todas las
precauciones de seguridad durante la instalación.
118571-037
Rev. A
10/2/2012
Installation Instructions
Directives de montage
Instrucciones de Instalación
T-Connector
Connecteur en T
Conector en T
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