Draw-Tite 118478 T-ONE CONNECTOR - Manual

118478-037 Rev. B 01/18/11
ENGLISH
Tools Needed:
Drill (3/32” Drill Bit), Philips Head Screwdriver,
Test-probe, Trim Panel Puller, Wire Crimpers,
Wire Cutters
1. Open rear hatch d . Temporarily remove the
rear threshold plate, storage covers and floor
covering e .
2. 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.
3. On the driver and passenger sides of the vehicle,
locate the vehicle’s taillight wiring harness f .
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.
4. 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.
5. Route the T-Connector end with green/red wires
to the passenger‘s side behind the panels and
along the threshold. Repeat step 4 for T-Connector
end with the green/red wires.
6. 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.
7. 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 g .
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.
8. Disconnect the vehicle’s Negative (-) battery
cable h . 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
i j . 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 10 amp fuse into the fuse holder
from step 8.
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 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.
11. 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.
lexus RX 330 – lexus RX 350
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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