Tekonsha 118865 Directives De Montage

Installation Instructions
Directives de Montage
Instrucciones de Instalación
T-One Connector
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Connecteur T-One
Conector T-One
KIA RIO 5 DOOR
WARNING
ALWAYS read and follow all warnings and
instructions included with purchase before
beginning installation. Keep for future reference.
DO NOT exceed lower of towing manufacturing
rating (including in your vehicle owner's manual)
or specific amperage ratings stated on product.
ALWAYS read, understand and follow all
warnings and instructions printed on tow
vehicle's battery.
ALWAYS wear safety glasses and use all safety
precautions during installation.
118865-037 Rev. A
ENGLISH
TOOLS REQUIRED:
Trim Panel Remover, Philips Head Screwdriver, Drill
(3/32" Drill Bit), Wire Crimpers, Wire Cutters,
Test-probe
1. Open hatch to locate the vehicle wiring inside the
vehicle's rear cargo area by partially removing the
plastic threshold cover and cargo trays.
2. Starting on the drivers side, remove the philips
head retaining screws from both the driver's and
passenger's trim panels. Partially pull back trim
panels to access the vehicles wiring.
3. Disconnect the vehicle wiring harness from both
driver's and passenger's taillight assemblies being
careful to not damage any locking tabs. Place
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taillights aside.
4. On the driver's side, insert the T-One
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
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place.
5. On the Driver's side, mount the T-One
black box using the double-sided tape provided.
Secure the remainder of the T-One
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.
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6. Locate a suitable grounding point near the black
box 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.
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Do not drill into any exposed surfaces.
7. Route the T-One
along the threshold and behind trim panel to the
passenger's side taillight pocket.
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8. On the passenger's side, insert the T-One
Connector end, with the green 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
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in place.
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, attach the ring terminal and secure to the
vehicle's Positive (+) battery cable. Connect the
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other end of the fuse holder to the black 12 ga.
wire, using the yellow butt connector (provided).
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10. Beginning from the front of the vehicle, route the
black 12 ga. wire rearward along the frame rail
avoiding any hot pipes, heat shields, the fuel tank or
any other points that may pinch or break the wire.
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.
Connector end with green wire
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11. Connect the other end of the black 12 ga. wire to
the black power wire located on the T-Connector's
black box, using the yellow butt connector
(provided).
12. Reconnect the vehicle's Negative (-) battery cable
and install the 15 amp fuse into the fuse holder
from step 9.
WARNING
Read and follow all warnings and cautions printed
on the tow vehicle's battery. All connections must
be complete for the T-One
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.
13. Reinstall the plastic trim panels, threshold, 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 circuits can cause fires. DO NOT
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exceed stated product ratings. Read vehicle's
owner's manual & instruction sheet for additional
information.
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