Roadmaster Sterling All Terrain - Manual (Page 16)

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Wiring instructions — four-wire system
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shown in Figure 13. Or, wire the socket to match the ex-
isting wiring on the motorhome.
4. Tighten all the set screws, and check each wire to
ensure that it is secure. Apply a clear silicone sealant
around each wire entry and set screw indentation — this
will help weatherproof the socket and secure the set
screws.
5. If the motorhome does not have the correct wiring
socket already, you can replace it with the new socket
for the four-wire cord, and connect the appropriate wires
to the new socket, according to Figure 13.
6. Now, connect the four-wire electrical cord to the mo-
torhome and to the towed vehicle. Test the towed vehi-
cle’s turn signals, tail lights and brake lights to ensure
they mimic the motorhome’s.
If the plugs and sockets are not properly wired, the
electrical connection will not function, and the towed
vehicle’s turn signals and brake lights will not mimic
those of the motorhome.
Drivers behind the towed vehicle will not be alert-
ed by turn signals or brake lights, which may result
in a traffic accident, causing property damage, person-
al injury or even death.
Wiring the plug for a six-wire system
1. Insert the end of the electrical cord through one of the
cable guides.
2. Wire the plug to match your vehicle, or follow Figure
14. Apply a silicone sealant to the wires where they attach
to the plug. This will help prevent damage from moisture
and corrosion.
Wiring the sockets for a six-wire system
1. Find a suitable location to install one of the electrical
sockets on the front of the towed vehicle, in reach of the
existing six-wire harness.
2. Remove the protective boot on the back of the sock-
et, loosen the set screw, and push the inner connector out
the front. Now, run the six-wire electrical cord through the
back of the protective boot and the housing.
3. Loosen all of the set screws on the side of the sock-
et, and connect the wires to the back of the socket, as
shown in Figure 15. Or, wire the socket to match the ex-
isting wiring on the motorhome.
4. Tighten all the set screws, and check each wire to
ensure that it is secure. Apply a clear silicone sealant
around each wire entry and set screw indentation — this
will help weatherproof the socket and secure the set
screws. Replace the protective boot.
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