Draw-Tite 118583 T-ONE CONNECTOR - Manual

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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 d. 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 e.
2. On the Driver’s side, disconnect the vehicle wiring
harness from the taillight socket f. 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. Be careful not to
damage the locking tabs and be sure that connectors
are fully inserted with locking tabs in place.
4. Begining at the Driver’s side taillight pocket,
route the 4-Flat harness and harness containing
the green and red wires down, on the interior
side of the bumper brace. Then route the
harness and 4-Flat across and underneath the
vehicle behind the bumper fascia. Route 4-Flat
to the center of the vehicle. Secure wire cable
ties provided. Continue to route the harness
containing the green wire up through the
opening behind the passenger’s side taillight.
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.
5. Repeat steps 2 & 3 on passenger’s side with
T-Connector end containing the green wire.
6. Mount the T-Connector black box using double-
sided tape provided onto the bottom of the bumper
support channel. g.
7. 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.
8. On the driver’s side, locate the black 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 h.
9. 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, attach the ring terminal and secure to the
vehicle’s Positive (+) battery cable i. Connect the
other end of the fuse holder to the black 12 ga.
wire, using the yellow butt connector (provided) j.
WARNING
Read and follow all warnings and cautions printed
on the tow vehicle’s battery.
10. Reconnect the vehicle’s Negative (-) battery cable
and install the 15 amp fuse into the fuse holder
from step 9.
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.
11. 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.
12. 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 towing 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.
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.
118583-037 Rev. A 3/5/2013
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