Draw-Tite 118539 T-ONE CONNECTOR - Manual

10. Behind the taillight assembly on the Driver’s side,
clean a flat area using a mixture of rubbing alcohol
and water. Mount the T-Connector black box using
cable ties or double-sided tape provided.
WARNING
Make sure module is mounted so that the epoxy
side of the module is pointed towards the ground
to prevent any water buildup. Ensure that the module
is not mounted underneath the vehicle or in an area
directly exposed to the elements. Damage to the
module or vehicle could occur.
WARNING
Make sure that the tail light assembly can be
reinstalled before mounting black box.
11. Reinstall taillight assemblies and other items
removed during installation, being careful not
to pinch or cut the wires.
12. 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.
NOTE
Mount 4-Flat in a suitable location under the vehicle.
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.
118539-037 Rev. A 04/14/11
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 the tailgate and remove the vehicle’s right
side taillight assembly by removing the two clips
holding the taillight in place. Carefully pry the housing
away from the vehicle, being careful not to break the
alignment tabs. Repeat for the vehicle’s left side
taillight assembly de .
2. Access the black housings that match the housings
on the T-Connector. Slide the red locking tab on
the harness connector to the unlocked position
and disconnect the wire harness from both taillight
sockets f .
3. Beginning on the driver’s side, plug the T-Connector
harness containing the yellow wire in between the
vehicle’s mating connectors, and slide the red locking
tab into the locked position.
4. Route the harness containing the green wire and the
4-flat down the opening behind the taillight on the
driver’s side. Route the 4-flat harness to the center
of the vehicle. Route harness containing the green
wire underneath the vehicle up through the opening
behind the passenger’s side taillight g .
5. Repeat step 4 for the passenger’s side using the
T-Connector harness end with the green wire.
6. Locate a suitable grounding point near the adapter
such as the vehicle frame or crossmember.
(Do not drill into vehicle floor or bed.) Clean dirt
and rustproofing from area. Drill a 3/32” hole and
secure white wire using 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.
7. On the driver’s side, locate the red 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, break or melt the wire h .
8. 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 ij . Connect the other
end of the fuse holder to the black 12 ga. wire, using
the yellow butt connector (provided).
WARNING
Read and follow all warnings and cautions printed on
the tow vehicle’s battery.
9. Reconnect the vehicle’s Negative (-) battery cable
and install the 15 amp fuse into the fuse holder
from step 8.
CAUTION
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. Re-insert key
and turn key to the proper position.
Jeep Compass
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
directives de montage
Instrucciones de Instalación
T-Connector
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