Draw-Tite 118488 T-ONE CONNECTOR - Manual

118488-037 Rev. A 05/07/09
ENGLISH
TOOLS NEEDED:
Test-probe, Trim Panel Puller, Drill (3/32” Drill Bit),
10mm Socket, Ratchet, Wire Cutter, Wire Crimper,
Phillips Head Screwdriver
1. Open trunk and remove threshold panel d.
Partially remove the corner felt trunk liner,
on both sides, exposing the vehicle’s taillight
wiring harness.
2. On the driver’s side, locate the vehicle’s taillight
wiring harness e. Separate these connectors,
being careful not to break the locking tabs.
Check to see that the mating surfaces of the
vehicle harness connectors match the T-Connector
ends. All connector surfaces should be clean and
free of dirt.
3. On the driver’s side, attach the end of the
T-Connector containing the yellow and the brown
wires. Ensure that the connectors are fully inserted
with locking tabs in place.
4. Route the T-Connector containing the green
wire below the threshold cover to the passenger’s
side taillight housing. Repeat step 3 using the
T-Connector ends containing the green wire.
5. On driver’s side, locate a flat surface in a out of
the way place and mount the T-Connector’s black
convertor box with the double sided tape.
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. On the driver’s side, locate the red 12 ga. power
wire from the T-Connector box. Attach the black
12 ga. wire provided.
8. 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
f.
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.
9. 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
g, 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
h, using the yellow butt
connector (provided) h.
WARNING
Read and follow all warnings and cautions
printed on the tow vehicle’s battery.
10. Reconnect the vehicle’s Negative (-) battery
cable and install the 10 amp fuse into the fuse
holder from Step 9.
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.
11. 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.
12. Reinstall the plastic trim panels, threshold,
storage covers, floor covering and other items
removed during installation, being careful not
to pinch or cut the wires.
NOTE
Route the 4-Flat through the driver’s side trim
panel into side storage compartment and store
there when not in use.
WARNING
Be careful not to pinch harness in door latch.
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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Installation Instructions
Directives de Montage
Instrucciones de Instalación
T-Connector
Connecteur en T
Conector en T
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.
Lexus ES 350