Installation Instructions for T-Connector Adapter for Nissan Sentra

Part Numbers:

• 118582

Tools Required:

• Trim Panel Remover
• Drill (3/32” Drill Bit)
• Phillips Head Screwdriver
• Test Probe

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Prepare the Vehicle:

   • Open the trunk.
   • Temporarily remove the rear threshold plate.
   • Partially remove the felt trunk liner behind the taillights.

2. Locate the Vehicle’s Taillight Wiring Harness:

   • On both the driver and passenger sides, locate the vehicle’s taillight wiring harness.
   • Disconnect the connectors carefully to avoid damaging the locking tabs.
   • Ensure all connector surfaces are clean and free of dirt.

3. Connect the Driver-Side T-Connector:

   • Insert the T-Connector end with the yellow wire between the driver-side wiring connectors.
   • Ensure the connectors are fully inserted with locking tabs secured.

4. Route the Passenger-Side T-Connector:

   • Route the T-Connector with the green wire behind the panels and along the threshold to the passenger-side taillight wiring harness.
   • Repeat Step 3 using the green wire T-Connector.

5. Ground the White Wire:

   • Locate a suitable grounding point near the connector.
   • Drill a 3/32” hole and secure the white wire using the provided eyelet and screw.

   Caution:

   • Verify what is behind the surface before drilling to avoid damage or injury.

6. Connect the Power Wire:

   • From inside the vehicle, connect the black 12-gauge wire to the red wire from the T-Connector black box using the supplied yellow butt connector.
   • Route the black wire through a grommet and along the vehicle’s exterior frame or thresholds to the engine compartment.

   Warning:

   • Avoid hot pipes, heat shields, fuel tanks, or areas where the wire could be pinched or damaged.

7. Connect to the Vehicle Battery:

   • Disconnect the vehicle’s negative (-) battery cable.
   • Attach the provided yellow fuse holder to the positive (+) battery cable using the ring terminal.
   • Connect the black wire to the fuse holder using the yellow butt connector.
   • Insert the 10-amp fuse into the fuse holder.

8. Reconnect the Battery:

   • Reconnect the negative (-) battery cable.

   Warning:

   • Ensure all connections are complete for the T-Connector to function properly.
   • Test and verify the installation with a test light or trailer.

9. Mount the Black Box:

   • Locate a flat surface in an out-of-the-way place to mount the T-Connector’s black box using the provided double-sided tape.

10. Secure the Wiring:

    • Use the provided cable ties to secure the remainder of the T-Connector harness, avoiding areas that could pinch, cut, or melt the wires.

11. Reassemble the Vehicle:

    • Replace the carpet, clips, and panels that were removed during installation, ensuring no wires are pinched or damaged.

12. Store the 4-Flat Connector:

    • Store the 4-flat connector in the trunk area when not in use.

Specifications:

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

Safety Notes:

• Overloading circuits can cause fires. Do not exceed stated product ratings.
• Always wear safety glasses and follow safety precautions during installation.

Manufacturer Notes:

• Refer to the vehicle owner’s manual for additional information.
• Store these instructions for future reference.

Installation Instructions for T-Connector Adapter for Nissan Sentra

Part Numbers:

• 118582

Tools Required:

• Trim Panel Remover
• Drill (3/32” Drill Bit)
• Phillips Head Screwdriver
• Test Probe

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Prepare the Vehicle:

   • Open the trunk.
   • Temporarily remove the rear threshold plate.
   • Partially remove the felt trunk liner behind the taillights.

2. Locate the Vehicle’s Taillight Wiring Harness:

   • On both the driver and passenger sides, locate the vehicle’s taillight wiring harness.
   • Disconnect the connectors carefully to avoid damaging the locking tabs.
   • Ensure all connector surfaces are clean and free of dirt.

3. Connect the Driver-Side T-Connector:

   • Insert the T-Connector end with the yellow wire between the driver-side wiring connectors.
   • Ensure the connectors are fully inserted with locking tabs secured.

4. Route the Passenger-Side T-Connector:

   • Route the T-Connector with the green wire behind the panels and along the threshold to the passenger-side taillight wiring harness.
   • Repeat Step 3 using the green wire T-Connector.

5. Ground the White Wire:

   • Locate a suitable grounding point near the connector.
   • Drill a 3/32” hole and secure the white wire using the provided eyelet and screw.

   Caution:

   • Verify what is behind the surface before drilling to avoid damage or injury.

6. Connect the Power Wire:

   • From inside the vehicle, connect the black 12-gauge wire to the red wire from the T-Connector black box using the supplied yellow butt connector.
   • Route the black wire through a grommet and along the vehicle’s exterior frame or thresholds to the engine compartment.

   Warning:

   • Avoid hot pipes, heat shields, fuel tanks, or areas where the wire could be pinched or damaged.

7. Connect to the Vehicle Battery:

   • Disconnect the vehicle’s negative (-) battery cable.
   • Attach the provided yellow fuse holder to the positive (+) battery cable using the ring terminal.
   • Connect the black wire to the fuse holder using the yellow butt connector.
   • Insert the 10-amp fuse into the fuse holder.

8. Reconnect the Battery:

   • Reconnect the negative (-) battery cable.

   Warning:

   • Ensure all connections are complete for the T-Connector to function properly.
   • Test and verify the installation with a test light or trailer.

9. Mount the Black Box:

   • Locate a flat surface in an out-of-the-way place to mount the T-Connector’s black box using the provided double-sided tape.

10. Secure the Wiring:

    • Use the provided cable ties to secure the remainder of the T-Connector harness, avoiding areas that could pinch, cut, or melt the wires.

11. Reassemble the Vehicle:

    • Replace the carpet, clips, and panels that were removed during installation, ensuring no wires are pinched or damaged.

12. Store the 4-Flat Connector:

    • Store the 4-flat connector in the trunk area when not in use.

Specifications:

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

Safety Notes:

• Overloading circuits can cause fires. Do not exceed stated product ratings.
• Always wear safety glasses and follow safety precautions 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:

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Manufacturer Notes:

• Refer to the vehicle owner’s manual for additional information.
• Store these instructions for future reference.