Draw-Tite 118553 T-ONE CONNECTOR - Manual

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 the threshold, storage covers, floor covering
and other items removed during installation, being
careful not to pinch or cut the wires.
NOTE
Store 4-Flat connector in rear cargo area when
not in use.
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 NEEDED:
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 rear door and locate the vehicle jack storage
compartment on the passenger’s side. Remove panel
and tire jack to access harness area de.
2. Locate the taillight wiring harness that has a
connection point on the rear of the taillight assembly.
There will be connection points matching the ends
of the T-Connector adapter on the back of each of
the vehicle taillight housings fg.
3. Disconnect the wire harness. On the passenger
side, insert the T-Connector end with the green 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. Temporarily remove the rear threshold plate. Route
the connector containing the green wire down the
threshold to the driver side of the vehicle.
5. Repeat step 3 on driver’s side with T-Connector end
containing the yellow wire.
6. 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.
7. 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. On the driver’s side, locate the red 12 ga. Power wire
from the T-Connector box. Attach the black 12 ga.
wire provided.
Either route the black wire thru a grommet and 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.
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. 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
i, attach the ring terminal and secure to the vehicle’s
Positive (+) battery cable. 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 10 amp fuse into the fuse holder
from step 12.
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.
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.
118553-037 Rev. A 09/12/2011
Installation Instructions
Directives de montage
Instrucciones de Instalación
T-Connector
Connecteur en T
Conector en T
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