Draw-Tite 118532 T-ONE CONNECTOR - Manual

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118532-037 Rev. A 02/11/11
ENGLISH
Tools Needed:
Trim Panel Remover, Drill (3/32” Drill Bit),
1/4” socket, Wire Crimpers, Wire Cutters,
Philips Head Screwdriver, Test-probe
1. Open trunk. Temporarily remove the rear threshold
plate. Partially remove the corner felt trunk liner,
on both sides, exposing the vehicle’s taillight
wiring harness d .
2. On the driver and passenger sides of the vehicle,
locate the vehicle’s taillight wiring harness,
plugged directly into the taillight socket. 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 e .
3. 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. All connector surfaces should be clean and
free of dirt.
4. Route the T-Connector end, with the green wire,
under felt trunk liner to passenger side vehicle
taillight wiring harness. Repeat step 3
for T-Connector end with the green wire.
5. Locate a suitable grounding point near the
connector. Clean dirt and rustproofing from the
area. Drill a 3/32” hole and secure the white wire
using the eyelet and screw provided. (Do not drill
into vehicle floor or bed. 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.
6. 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
fg . 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.
7. Route the black wire out of the engine
compartment either along the exterior frame
and thru a grommet or thru the interior following
the existing wiring to the rear of the vehicle 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.
8. Attach the black 12 ga. wire to the red wire
from the T-Connector black box with the supplied
yellow butt connector.
9. Reconnect the vehicle’s Negative (-) battery
cable and install the 10 amp fuse into the fuse
holder from step 6.
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.
10. 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.
11. Reinstall felt trunk liner, threshold, and other
items removed during installation, being careful
not to pinch or cut the wires.
NoTe
Store 4-Flat connector in spare tire compartment
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.
Hyundai elantra
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
Connecteur en T
Conector en T
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