Draw-Tite 118482 T-ONE CONNECTOR - Manual

118482-037 Rev. B 02/02/09
ENGLISH
TOOLS NEEDED:
Test-probe, Trim Panel Puller, Drill (3/32” Drill Bit),
10mm Socket, Ratchet, Wire Cutter, Wire Crimper,
Phillips Head Screwdriver
1. VENZA
Open the vehicle’s rear tailgate
d . Remove threshold,
trunk floor panels and trays. Set aside all items
removed being careful not to damage parts
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On both sides of the vehicle, remove cargo loops g ,
so that the trim panels can be carefully pulled away
from the vehicle.
CAMRY
Open trunk and remove threshold panel
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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
i . 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.
NOTE
Route the 4-Flat through the driver’s side trim panel
into side storage compartment and store there when
not in use.
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.
WARNING
Be careful not to pinch harness in door latch.
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
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TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID ONLY
Locate the battery inside the vehicle's trunk
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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.
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
l , 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
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connector (provided) m .
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 10.
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.
WARNING
Be careful not to pinch harness in door latch.
NOTE
Route the 4-Flat through the driver’s side trim panel
into side storage compartment and store there 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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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.
Toyota Venza
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Toyota Camry