Draw-Tite 118535 T-ONE CONNECTOR - Manual

7. Reconnect the vehicle’s Negative (-) battery cable
and install the 10 amp fuse into the fuse holder
from step 6.
8. 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.
NOTE
Store 4-Flat in trunk area when not in use.
9. For initial test, reset vehicle electrical system by
temporarily removing the key from the ignition.
WARNING
Test the installation with a test light or trailer.
All connections must be complete for the T-Connector
to function properly.
10. 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: 1 per side (2.1 amps)
• Max. tail lights: (5.6 amps)
Read vehicle’s owners manual & instruction sheet
for additional information.
118535-037 Rev. A 03/11/11
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 trunk and remove threshold panel. Partially
remove the corner felt trunk liner, on both sides,
exposing the vehicle’s taillight wiring harness d .
2. Behind the taillights, there will be connection
points matching the ends of the T-Connector
adapter on the back of each of the vehicle taillight
housings. Separate the vehicle’s wiring connectors,
being careful not to break the locking tabs.
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.
3. Route the T-Connector end, with the green wire,
under felt trunk liner to passenger side vehicle
taillight wiring harness.
Repeat step 2 for the passenger’s side using the
T-Connector containing the green wire.
4. Locate a suitable grounding point near the connector.
Drill a 3/32” hole and secure the white wire using the
eyelet and screw provided.
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.
5. From inside the trunk, connect the black 12 ga. wire
and the red wire from the T-Connector black box with
the supplied yellow butt connector.
Route the remaining black wire to either the positive
post in the engine compartment or positive post
on the fuse block located under the rear seat. Route
the black wire along the exterior frame or follow the
existing wiring.
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.
6. Disconnect and isolate the vehicle’s negative
battery terminal.
WARNING
Read and follow all warnings and cautions printed on
the tow vehicle’s battery.
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. Connect the other end of
the fuse holder to the black 12 ga. wire, using the
Yellow butt connector (provided) ef .
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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.
Installation Instructions
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Instrucciones de Instalación
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