Draw-Tite 119177 MODULITE HD PROTECTOR W_BACKUP - Manual

119177-037 Rev. A 08/05/09
ENGLISH
TOOLS REQUIRED:
Drill (3/32” Drill Bit), Wire Crimpers,
Philips Head Screwdriver, Test-probe
NOTE: Steps 4 through 10
Some kits will require a wiring kit for installation
that may be sold separately.
1. CAUTION
Determine if the tow vehicle has a 2 wire
or 3 wire system.
2 WIRE SYSTEM
a) Same bulb for stop and turn signals
NOTE
Some vehicles have a separate bulb for stop signal
but also have a combination bulb for stop and turn
(such as 1992-95 Ford Taurus sedans). These
cars should be wired as 2 wire systems, using the
wires going to the common bulbs.
b) Attach the crimp on spade terminal provided
to the red “stop” wire and ground it along
with the white wire (mounting step 3).
3 WIRE SYSTEM
a) Amber turn signals.
b) Separate bulbs for stop and turn signals
(both red).
2. Determine a suitable location for mounting the
circuit protected convertor in an out of the way
spot near the left tail light in the trunk or on the
frame rail, if mounted under the vehicle.
CAUTION
When mounting under the vehicle, always make
sure that the unit is in a protected area and can
not be damaged from road debris or objects
driven over.
The Convertor shall also be mounted so that
the wiring is directed downward. If it is impossible
to direct downward, wiring should be directed
to the side.
3. Locate a suitable grounding point near the conver-
tor such as an existing ground stud or drill a 3/32”
hole and secure the white wire using the eyelet
and screw provided. (Do not drill into vehicle floor
or bed.) Clean dirt and rustproofing from area.
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.
4. Disconnect and isolate the vehicle’s Negative (-)
battery terminal.
CAUTION
Read and follow all warnings and cautions
printed on the tow vehicle’s battery.
5. Using ring terminal (3/8” for top terminal or
1/2” for side terminal), attach an in-line fuse
holder (with fuse removed) to the Positive (+)
terminal of the battery.
NOTE
Cut the in-line fuse holder loop wiring.
6. Attach the 12 gauge wire to the fuse holder
with yellow butt connector.
7. Route 12 gauge (or larger gauge) wire from the
fuse holder to the convertor passing under or
through the vehicle.
CAUTION
When passing the wire through sheet metal
always go through an existing grommet, add a
grommet or use silicone rubber to insulate the
wire from the hole.
8. Attach the black 12 ga. wire to the red wire
from the T-Connector black box with the supplied
yellow butt connector.
Reconnect the tow vehicle’s Negative (-)
battery cable.
WARNING
Read and follow all warnings and cautions
printed on the tow vehicle’s battery.
9. When using a circuit tester, carefully probe
one wire at a time. Determine each of the vehicle
functions as shown in the illustration.
CAUTION
Do not probe across two wires or across wire
and vehicle structure.
10. Attach the trailer wiring to the vehicle as
shown in the illustration using wire splices.
WARNING
When splicing use appropriate gauge
wire splices.
11. Install the 20-amp fuse into the fuse holder.
TESTING PROCEDURE
With the ground wire connected and all of the
other circuits attached, attach the ground lead of
a circuit tester to the exposed ground terminal of
the 5-Flat end. Activate the tow vehicle’s left turn,
right turn, tail, backup and stop lights one at a
time. Probe the four receptacles of the 5-Flat
end to confirm proper functions.
12. Secure all loose wires with cable ties.
WARNING
Overloading circuit can cause fires. DO NOT
exceed lower of towing manufacturer rating or:
• Max stop/turn/backup light: 2 per side
(4.2 amps)
• Max. tail lights: (7.5 amps)
Read vehicle’s owners manual & instruction
sheet for additional information.
Installation Instructions
Directives de Montage
Instrucciones de Instalación
Circuit Protected Convertor
Convertisseur Protégé
Conversor de Circuitos Protegidos
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.
12 VOLT BATTERY OF TOW VEHICLE
TOW VEHICLE'S
TAIL LIGHTS
AND HARNESS
DISCONNECT NEGATIVE (-) CABLE
BEFORE WIRING POWER SUPPLY
TAIL LIGHT
LEFT TURN
STOP
BACKUP
RIGHT TURN
SECURE WIRE AFTER
INSTALLATION USING CABLE TIES
YELLOW BUTT CONNECTOR
INSTALL FUSE AFTER ALL
OTHER STEPS ARE COMPLETED
TRAILER CONNECTOR
SEE WIRING STEP 1
2 WIRE SYSTEM:
CRIMP SPADE TERMINAL TO RED
WIRE AND ATTACH TO GROUND SCREW
3 WIRE SYSTEM:
ATTACH RED WIRE TO TOW VEHICLES
BRAKE LIGHT CIRCUIT
USE BLUE WIRE TAPS 4 OR 5 PLACES
THIS TRAILER LIGHT POWER SUPPLY IS FOR
USE ON 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUND SYSTEMS ONLY
GROUND SECURELY TO TOW VEHICLE
CHASSIS OR EXISTING GROUND STUD
IN-LINE FUSE HOLDER
AND FUSE
BLUE WIRE
GREEN WIRE
RED WIRE
YELLOW WIRE
BROWN WIRE
WHITE WIRE
USE 12 GA OR LARGER WIRE
BATTERY RED
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