Installation Instructions for T-Connector Adapter for Ford Transit Connect

Part Numbers:

• 118585

Tools Required:

• 6mm Hex Wrench
• Phillips Head Screwdriver
• Test Probe
• Wire Cutters

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Remove the Taillight Assemblies:

   • Open the rear door.
   • Using a 6mm hex wrench, remove the two bolts securing the taillight housing.
   • Carefully pry the taillight housing away from the vehicle, avoiding damage to the alignment tabs.
   • Repeat for the passenger side.

2. Locate the Taillight Wiring Harness:

   • On both the driver and passenger sides, locate the vehicle’s taillight wiring harness.
   • Separate the connectors, ensuring not to damage the locking tabs. Clean the connector surfaces to remove dirt.

3. Install the Driver-Side T-Connector:

   • Connect the T-Connector harness containing the yellow wire between the driver’s side connectors.

4. Install the Passenger-Side T-Connector:

   • Repeat step 3 for the passenger side using the T-Connector with the green wire.

5. Route the Wiring Across the Vehicle:

   • On the driver’s side, locate the black plug above the door hinge and remove it to expose a hole.
   • Route the wires containing the green and red wires through the hole, down behind the bumper, across to the passenger side, and back up through the corresponding hole.

   Warning:

   • Avoid routing near hot pipes, heat shields, the fuel tank, or areas where the wire may be pinched or broken.

6. Connect the Green and Red Wires:

   • On the passenger side, plug the green and red wires into the corresponding connectors on the T-Connector harness.

7. Store the 4-Flat Connector:

   • Route the 4-flat connector into the driver’s side storage compartment.
   • Store it there when not in use.

8. Ground the White Wire:

   • Locate an existing ground stud near the driver’s side.
   • Loosen the bolt, place the eyelet on the stud, and retighten the bolt.

9. Connect the Power Wire:

   • Disconnect the vehicle’s negative (-) battery cable.
   • Attach the yellow fuse holder to the positive (+) battery cable using the provided ring terminal.
   • Connect the black 12-gauge wire to the other end of the fuse holder using the yellow butt connector.

10. Route the Power Wire:

    • Route the black wire through the engine compartment to the battery, avoiding areas where the wire may be pinched or damaged.

11. Complete Power Connections:

    • Connect the black power wire from the T-Connector’s black box to the routed black wire using the yellow butt connector.
    • Reconnect the vehicle’s negative (-) battery cable and insert the 15-amp fuse into the fuse holder.

12. Mount the Black Box:

    • Clean a flat area behind the driver’s side taillight assembly with a mixture of rubbing alcohol and water.
    • Mount the black box using the provided double-sided tape.

13. Secure the Wiring:

    • Use the silver tape provided to secure the green and red wires along cleaned areas of the vehicle.
    • Notch and reinstall the black plugs removed earlier to accommodate the wires.

14. Reinstall the Taillight Assemblies:

    • Reinstall the taillights removed in step 1.

15. Test the Installation:

    • Test the T-Connector installation with a test light or trailer.
    • Reset the vehicle’s electrical system by temporarily removing the key from the ignition.

    Specifications:

    • Max. stop/turn light: 1 per side (2.1 amps)
    • Max. tail lights: (5.6 amps)

Safety Notes:

• Overloading circuits can cause fires. Do not exceed the towing manufacturer’s rating or the unit specifications.
• Always follow all safety precautions and use safety glasses during installation.

Manufacturer Notes:

• Refer to the vehicle owner’s manual and the instruction sheet for additional guidance.

Installation Instructions for T-Connector Adapter for Ford Transit Connect

Part Numbers:

• 118585

Tools Required:

• 6mm Hex Wrench
• Phillips Head Screwdriver
• Test Probe
• Wire Cutters

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Remove the Taillight Assemblies:

   • Open the rear door.
   • Using a 6mm hex wrench, remove the two bolts securing the taillight housing.
   • Carefully pry the taillight housing away from the vehicle, avoiding damage to the alignment tabs.
   • Repeat for the passenger side.

2. Locate the Taillight Wiring Harness:

   • On both the driver and passenger sides, locate the vehicle’s taillight wiring harness.
   • Separate the connectors, ensuring not to damage the locking tabs. Clean the connector surfaces to remove dirt.

3. Install the Driver-Side T-Connector:

   • Connect the T-Connector harness containing the yellow wire between the driver’s side connectors.

4. Install the Passenger-Side T-Connector:

   • Repeat step 3 for the passenger side using the T-Connector with the green wire.

5. Route the Wiring Across the Vehicle:

   • On the driver’s side, locate the black plug above the door hinge and remove it to expose a hole.
   • Route the wires containing the green and red wires through the hole, down behind the bumper, across to the passenger side, and back up through the corresponding hole.

   Warning:

   • Avoid routing near hot pipes, heat shields, the fuel tank, or areas where the wire may be pinched or broken.

6. Connect the Green and Red Wires:

   • On the passenger side, plug the green and red wires into the corresponding connectors on the T-Connector harness.

7. Store the 4-Flat Connector:

   • Route the 4-flat connector into the driver’s side storage compartment.
   • Store it there when not in use.

8. Ground the White Wire:

   • Locate an existing ground stud near the driver’s side.
   • Loosen the bolt, place the eyelet on the stud, and retighten the bolt.

9. Connect the Power Wire:

   • Disconnect the vehicle’s negative (-) battery cable.
   • Attach the yellow fuse holder to the positive (+) battery cable using the provided ring terminal.
   • Connect the black 12-gauge wire to the other end of the fuse holder using the yellow butt connector.

10. Route the Power Wire:

    • Route the black wire through the engine compartment to the battery, avoiding areas where the wire may be pinched or damaged.

11. Complete Power Connections:

    • Connect the black power wire from the T-Connector’s black box to the routed black wire using the yellow butt connector.
    • Reconnect the vehicle’s negative (-) battery cable and insert the 15-amp fuse into the fuse holder.

12. Mount the Black Box:

    • Clean a flat area behind the driver’s side taillight assembly with a mixture of rubbing alcohol and water.
    • Mount the black box using the provided double-sided tape.

13. Secure the Wiring:

    • Use the silver tape provided to secure the green and red wires along cleaned areas of the vehicle.
    • Notch and reinstall the black plugs removed earlier to accommodate the wires.

14. Reinstall the Taillight Assemblies:

    • Reinstall the taillights removed in step 1.

15. Test the Installation:

    • Test the T-Connector installation with a test light or trailer.
    • Reset the vehicle’s electrical system by temporarily removing the key from the ignition.

Specifications:

• Max. stop/turn light: 1 per side (2.1 amps)
• Max. tail lights: (5.6 amps)

Safety Notes:

• Overloading circuits can cause fires. Do not exceed the towing manufacturer’s rating or the unit specifications.
• Always follow all safety precautions and use safety glasses during installation.

Attention: This is a summary of the installation procedure. For complete installation instructions, including diagrams and detailed information from the manufacturer, please download the full installation PDF.

Warranty Information:

• For complete warranty instructions, please download the full installation PDF.

Technical Support:

• For technical support and assistance, our team of experts is available to help. You can reach our tech support by visiting www.trailerjacks.com or calling 877-869-6690.

Manufacturer Notes:

• Refer to the vehicle owner’s manual and the instruction sheet for additional guidance.