Draw-Tite 118480 T-ONE CONNECTOR - Manual

118480-037 Rev. A 10/24/08
ENGLISH
TOOLS NEEDED:
Drill (3/32” Drill Bit), Philips Head Screwdriver,
Test-probe, Trim Panel Puller, Wire Crimpers,
Wire Cutters
1. NISSAN ROGUE
A. Open rear hatch d. Temporarily remove the
rear threshold plate, storage covers and floor
covering
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B. Partially remove the rear interior trim panels
on both the driver and passenger side of the
vehicle. Several trim panel fasteners will need
to be removed to remove the panels. Set
aside all items removed being careful not to
damage parts
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C. On the driver and passenger sides of the
vehicle, locate the vehicle’s taillight wiring
harness. The taillight wiring harness will have
a connection point, on both sides, matching
the ends of the T-Connector
g. Separate this
connector, being careful not to break the
locking tabs. All connector surfaces should
be clean and free of dirt.
D. 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.
E. Route the T-Connector end with green wire
to the passenger ‘s side behind the panels
and along the threshold. Repeat Step D
(Nissan Rouge) for T-Connector end with the
green wire. Continue with Step 2 below.
INFINITI G35
A. Open trunk. Temporarily remove the rear
threshold plate f. Partially remove the felt
trunk liner behind the taillights h.
B. On the driver and passenger sides of the
vehicle, locate the vehicle’s taillight wiring
harness. The taillight wiring harness will have
a connection point, on both sides, matching
the ends of the T-Connector. Separate this
connector, being careful not to break the
locking tabs. All connector surfaces should
be clean and free of dirt
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C. 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.
D. Route the T-Connector end with green wire
to the passenger ‘s side behind the panels
and along the threshold. Repeat Step C
(Infiniti G35) using the T-Connector ends
containing the green wire.
ALL VEHICLES
2. Locate a suitable grounding point near the
connector such as the vehicle’s frame or cross
member. (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.
3. From inside the vehicle, connect the black 12
ga. wire and the red wire from the T-Connector
black box with the supplied yellow butt
connector. 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
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WARNING
If routing the wire thru a grommet and along
the exterior of the vehicle, be careful to avoid
any hot pipes, heat shields, the fuel tank or any
other points that may pinch or break the wire.
4. Disconnect the vehicle’s Negative (-) battery
cable j. 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 kl. 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.
5. Reconnect the vehicle’s Negative (-) battery
cable and install the 10 amp fuse into the
fuse holder from step 4.
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.
6. On driver’s side, locate a flat surface in an out
of the way place and mount the T-Connector’s
black convertor box with the double sided
tape. 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.
7. Reinstall the plastic trim panels, threshold,
storage covers, floor covering and other
items that may have been 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 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.
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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 instruc-
tions 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.
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Infiniti G35
Nissan Rogue
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Installation Instructions
Directives de Montage
Instrucciones de Instalación
T-Connector
Connecteur en T
Conector en T