Draw-Tite 118578 T-ONE CONNECTOR - Manual

13. Reconnect the vehicle’s Negative (-) battery
cable and install the 15 amp fuse into the
fuse holder from step 13.
WARNING
Read and follow all warnings and cautions
printed on the tow vehicle’s battery.
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.
14. 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.
NOTE
Route the 4-Flat through the driver’s side trim
panel into side storage compartment and store
there when not in use. When in use pull 4-Flat
through the door and close.
WARNING
Be careful not to pinch harness in door latch.
15. Reinstall the plastic trim panels, threshold,
cargo trays, tail lamps and other items removed
during installation, being careful not to pinch or
cut the wires.
WARNING
Overloading circuit can cause fires. DO NOT
exceed lower of towing manufacturer rating or:
• Max. stop/turn light: 2 per side (4.2 amps)
• Max. tail lights: (7.5 amps)
Read vehicle’s owners manual & instruction
sheet for additional information.
ENGLISH
TOOLS REQUIRED:
Trim Panel Remover, 10mm & 14mm
Socket & Ratchet or 10mm & 14 Wrench,
Drill (3/32” Drill Bit), 1/4” Socket,
Wire Crimpers, Wire Cutters, Philips Head
Screwdriver, Test-probe
1. Open rear hatch. Temporarily remove the rear
threshold plate, privacy screen, storage covers
and floor covering d . Open rear door and fold
rear seat forward 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 f .
Set aside all items removed being careful
not to damage parts.
3. Partially remove the upper side trim panels,
being careful not to damage clips or screws.
4. On the driver and passenger sides of the
vehicle, locate the vehicle’s taillight wiring
harness. Separate this connector, being careful
not to break the locking tabs. All connector
surfaces should be clean and free of dirt g .
5. On the driver’s side, insert the T-Connector end,
with the yellow wire, between the vehicle wiring
connectors and lock into place. Ensure that the
connectors are fully inserted with locking tabs
in place.
6. Route the T-Connector containing the
green wire below the threshold cover to the
passenger’s side taillight housing. Repeat step 5
for the passenger’s side using the T-Connector
containing the green wire.
7. 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.
8. Locate a suitable grounding point near the
connector such as an existing ground stud or
drill a 3/32” hole and secure the white wire
using the eyelet and screw provided. (Do not
drill into vehicle floor or bed.) Clean dirt and
rustproofing from area.
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.
9. On the driver’s side, locate the black 12 ga.
Power wire from the T-Connector box.
Attach the black 12 ga. wire provided.
10. 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 h .
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.”
11. Disconnect the vehicle’s Negative (-)
battery cable.
12. If not removed, remove the fuse from the
ellow fuse holder (provided). After cutting the
fuse holder wire i , 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, using the yellow butt
connector (provided) j .
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.
118578-037 Rev. A 1/25/2013
Installation Instructions
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