Draw-Tite 118483 T-ONE CONNECTOR - Manual

118483-037 Rev. A 10/27/08
ENGLISH
TOOLS NEEDED:
Wire Cutters, Trim Panel Remover,
Drill (3/32” Drill Bit), Philips Head Screwdriver,
Test-probe, Wire Crimpers
1. Open trunk and remove threshold panel d.
Partially remove the corner felt trunk liner,
on both sides, exposing the vehicle's taillight
wiring harness
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2. On the driver and passenger sides of the vehicle,
locate the vehicle's taillight wiring harness. The
taillight wiring harness will have a connection
point, on both sides, matching the ends of the
T-Connector
e. Separate this connector, being
careful not to break the locking tabs. All connector
surfaces should be clean and free of dirt.
3. On the driver's side, insert the T-Connector end,
with the yellow wire, between the vehicle wiring
connectors and lock into place. On the driver's side,
insert the T-Connector end, with the brown and red
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.
4. Route the connector containing the green wire
down the threshold to the passenger side of the
vehicle
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5. Repeat step 3 for the passenger’s side using the
T-Connector containing the green wire.
6. Locate a suitable grounding point near the
connector. Clean dirt and rustproofing from the
area. Drill a 3/32" hole and secure the white wire
using the eyelet and screw provided. (Do not drill
into vehicle floor or bed. 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.
7. Disconnect the vehicle's Negative (-) battery cable
g. If not removed, remove the fuse from the
yellow fuse holder (provided). After cutting the
fuse holder wire
h, attach the ring terminal and
secure to the vehicle's Positive (+) battery cable
g. Connect the other end of the fuse holder to
the black 12 ga. wire, using the yellow butt
connector (provided).
CAUTION
Read and follow all warnings and cautions printed
on the tow vehicle's battery.
8. Route the black wire out of the engine
compartment and to the rear driver's side of the
vehicle
i. Connect the other end of the black
12 ga. wire to the red power wire located on the
T-Connector's black box, using the yellow butt
connector (provided).
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.
9. Reconnect the vehicle's Negative (-) battery
cable and install the 10 amp fuse into the fuse
holder from step 7
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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.
10. On the driver’s side, mount the T-Connector
black box using the double-sided tape provided.
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 cut or pinch the wire.
11. Reinstall the taillight housing assemblies,
positioning the vehicle wiring harness between
the housing and the vehicle body.
12. Mount the 4-Flat end in an accessible location
with a bracket or electrical box (not included).
WARNING
Overloading circuit can cause fires. DO NOT
exceed lower of towing manufacturer rating or:
• Max. stop/turn light: 1 per side (2.1 amps)
• Max. tail lights: (5.6 amps)
Read vehicle's owners manual & instruction
sheet for additional information.
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Installation Instructions
Directives de Montage
Instrucciones de Instalación
T-Connector
Connecteur en T
Conector en T
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.
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