curt 56093 User manual

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Wiring Location Guide*
for SUVs and Vans (S)
S3 Behind driver side rear access panel
S4
Behind passenger side rear access panel
S9 S10
S5 S6 S7
S1 S3
S8
S4 S2
* Representative vehicle shown
INSTALLATION MANUAL
Tools Required
Ratchet Panel trim removal tool Wire crimper Paint marker
Socket, 8mm Pliers Wire stripper Electrical tape
Socket extension Cutting tool Heat gun --
Wiring Location(s)
P3 and P4, S3 and S4
Product Photo
Hardware Photo
WARNING
Do not exceed product rating or tow vehicle lamp load rating, whichever is lower.
The battery connection must be fuse-protected, 10-amp max. Exceeding
the product rating can cause loss of warranty, overheating and potential fire.
Maintenance
Periodic inspection of all wires and connections should be performed
to ensure there is no visible damage or loose connections.
Electrical Ratings
Signal circuits 3.0-amps per side
Tail / Running Circuits 6.0-amps total
Check vehicle owner's manual or contact
the vehicle manufacturer for more information.
Wiring Location Guide*
for Passenger Cars (P)
P3 Behind driver side taillight
housing, inside of trunk
P4 Behind passenger side taillight
housing, inside of trunk
P7
P1 P3 P4 P2
P5 P6
* Representative vehicle shown NOTICE
Before you begin installation, read all instructions thoroughly.
Proper tools will improve the quality of installation and reduce the time required.
All steps must be followed to ensure the product will function properly. Once installed,
test for proper function by using a test light or connecting a properly wired trailer.
Level of Difficulty
Easy
Installation difficulty levels are based on time
and effort involved and may vary depending on
the installer level of expertise, condition of the
vehicle and proper tools and equipment.

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Step 1A: Taurus
Locate the vehicle's battery in the engine
compartment on the driver side and disconnect
the negative battery terminal. Be sure to fasten
this wire down and away from the battery while
completing the installation process.
Step 3A: Taurus
On both sides of the vehicle, use a
panel trim removal tool to remove the three
plastic fasteners securing the felt trunk liner.
Step 4A: Taurus
Starting on the driver side, pull back
on the felt liner to locate the vehicle
taillight wiring harness connectors.
The connectors will be similar to those
on the custom wiring harness. Separate
the connectors from the taillight housing
taking care not to damage the locking tabs.
Insert the custom wiring end with
yellow wire between the separated
connectors. Make sure the connectors
are fully inserted with locking tabs in place.
Step 2A: Taurus
Open the vehicle tailgate and remove the
floor coverings to expose the spare tire.
Use a panel trim removal tool to remove
the scuff panel by pulling out on the bottom
and then up. Take care not to damage
the alignment tabs on the back.

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Step 5A: Taurus
Locate a suitable grounding point near the connector such as an existing screw with nut in
the vehicle frame or drill a 3/32" pilot hole for the provided screw. The area should be free of
rust, dirt and paint. Secure the white ground wire using the ring terminal and provided screw.
WARNING
Check for miscellaneous items that may be hidden behind or under
any surface before drilling to avoid damage and / or personal injury.
Step 6A: Taurus
Route the green wire along the back of the vehicle under the scuff plate. Secure any loose wires
with the provided cable ties. Repeat step 4A on the passenger side with the green wire.
Step 7A: Taurus
Route the black power wire from the vehicle battery as shown on the provided 'Powered Converter Lead Instruction Sheet'.
NOTICE
Once 12 volt power wire is connected to the harness verify that the harness is functioning
by attaching the battery and testing with a test light, 4-flat tester or a functioning trailer.
Step 8A: Taurus
When in use, route the 4-flat to the center of the vehicle. When not in use, roll up and store
in a convenient, out of the way location. Secure any loose wires with the provided cable ties.
Reinstall all items removed during install. If it was disconnected at the beginning of the installation,
reconnect the negative battery terminal. Install the provided 4-flat dust cover to help prevent corrosion.
Step 1B: Explorer (10th vin B, C, D)
Locate the vehicle's battery in the engine
compartment on the driver side and disconnect
the negative battery terminal. Be sure to fasten
this wire down and away from the battery while
completing the installation process.
Step 2B: Explorer (10th vin B, C, D)
Open the vehicle tailgate, fold the third row
seats forward and remove the floor coverings to
expose the spare tire. Use a panel trim removal
tool to remove the scuff panel by pulling out
on the bottom and then up. Take care not
to damage the alignment tabs on the back.

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Step 3B: Explorer (10th vin B, C, D)
Use a panel trim removal tool to remove the
covers on the cargo hold-downs and remove
the plastic fasteners securing the side panels.
Repeat on the other side of the vehicle.
Step 4B: Explorer (10th vin B, C, D)
Starting on the driver side, use a panel trim
removal tool to loosen the side wall panels.
Loosen the panels starting at the floor
and up to the head liner. Pull back on
the panel to locate the taillight housing.
The connectors will be similar to those
on the custom wiring harness. Separate
the connectors from the taillight housing,
taking care not to damage the locking tabs.
Insert the custom wiring end with
yellow wire between the separated
connectors. Make sure the connectors
are fully inserted with locking tabs in place.
Step 5B: Explorer (10th vin B, C, D)
Locate a suitable grounding point near the connector such as an existing screw with nut in
the vehicle frame or drill a 3/32" pilot hole for the provided screw. The area should be free of
rust, dirt and paint. Secure the white ground wire using the ring terminal and provided screw.
WARNING
Check for miscellaneous items that may be hidden behind or under
any surface before drilling to avoid damage and / or personal injury.
Step 6B: Explorer (10th vin B, C, D)
Route the green wire along the back of the vehicle under the scuff plate. Secure any loose
wires with the provided cable ties. Repeat step 4B on the passenger side with the green wire.
Step 7B: Explorer (10th vin B, C, D)
Route the black power wire from the vehicle battery as shown on the provided 'Powered Converter Lead Instruction Sheet'.
NOTICE
Once 12 volt power wire is connected to the harness verify that the harness is functioning
by attaching the battery and testing with a test light, 4-flat tester or a functioning trailer.
Step 8B: Explorer (10th vin B, C, D)
When in use, route the 4-flat to the center of the vehicle. When not in use, roll up and store
in a convenient, out of the way location. Secure any loose wires with the provided cable ties.
Reinstall all items removed during install. If it was disconnected at the beginning of the installation,
reconnect the negative battery terminal. Install the provided 4-flat dust cover to help prevent corrosion.

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Step 1C: Explorer (10th vin L)
Locate the vehicle's battery in the
engine compartment towards the back on
the passenger. The battery will be under a
cover. Push both tabs on the cover towards
the rear of the vehicle and lift. Once the cover
is removed, disconnect the negative battery
terminal. Be sure to fasten this wire down
and away from the battery while
completing the installation process.
Step 2C: Explorer (10th vin L)
Open the vehicle tailgate, fold the third row
seats forward and remove the floor coverings to
expose the spare tire. Use a panel trim removal
tool to remove the scuff panel by pulling out
on the bottom and then up. Take care not
to damage the alignment tabs on the back.
Step 3C: Explorer (10th vin L)
Use a pair of pliers to unthread the
screw behind this cargo net hold-down.
Use a panel trim removal tool to loosen
the cargo hook fastener cover. Use an
8mm socket to remove the cargo hook.
Repeat on the other side of the vehicle.

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Step 5C: Explorer (10th vin L)
Locate a suitable grounding point near the connector such as an existing screw with nut in
the vehicle frame or drill a 3/32" pilot hole for the provided screw. The area should be free of
rust, dirt and paint. Secure the white ground wire using the ring terminal and provided screw.
WARNING
Check for miscellaneous items that may be hidden behind or under
any surface before drilling to avoid damage and / or personal injury.
Step 6C: Explorer (10th vin L)
Route the green wire along the back of the vehicle under the scuff plate. Secure any loose
wires with the provided cable ties. Repeat step 4C on the passenger side with the green wire.
Step 7C: Explorer (10th vin L)
Route the black power wire from the vehicle battery as shown on the provided 'Powered Converter Lead Instruction Sheet'.
NOTICE
Once 12 volt power wire is connected to the harness verify that the harness is functioning
by attaching the battery and testing with a test light, 4-flat tester or a functioning trailer.
Step 8C: Explorer (10th vin L)
When in use, route the 4-flat to the center of the vehicle. When not in use, roll up and store
in a convenient, out of the way location. Secure any loose wires with the provided cable ties.
Reinstall all items removed during install. If it was disconnected at the beginning of the installation,
reconnect the negative battery terminal. Install the provided 4-flat dust cover to help prevent corrosion.
Step 4C: Explorer (10th vin L)
Starting on the driver side, use a panel trim
removal tool to loosen the side wall panels.
Loosen the panels starting at the floor
and up to the head liner. Pull back on
the panel to locate the taillight housing.
The connectors will be similar to those
on the custom wiring harness. Separate
the connectors from the taillight housing,
taking care not to damage the locking tabs.
Insert the custom wiring end with
yellow wire between the separated
connectors. Make sure the connectors
are fully inserted with locking tabs in place.

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POWERED CONVERTER LEAD INSTRUCTION SHEET
FICHE DE CONSIGNES DU CONVERTISSEUR D'ALIMENTATION
HOJA DE INSTRUCCIONES DEL CONDUCTOR DEL ADAPTADOR ALIMENTADO POR BATERÍA
Illustrations are for reference only. Battery
location may differ depending on the vehicle.
Les images ne sont fournies qu'à des fins de
référence. L'emplacement de la batterie peut
varier en fonction du véhicule.
Las ilustraciones son solo para
referencia. La ubicación de la batería
puede variar según el vehículo.
1. This converter system is to be used only on 12 volt negative ground systems.
2. Secure power wire to vehicle chassis using cable ties provided.
3. When passing the power wire through sheet metal, use an existing grommet,
add a grommet or use silicone to protect the power wire from sharp edges.
4. Overall T-connector design may differ from illustration. The illustration
should be used for power lead instruction only. Illustration is not to scale.
1. Ce système de convertisseur ne doit être utilisé
qu'avec une prise de masse de polarité négative de 12volts.
2. Fixer le câble d'alimentation au châssis du véhicule
à l'aide des courroies d'attache de câble fournies.
3. Utiliser un œillet existant, ajouter un œillet ou appliquer du silicone pour protéger le
câble d'alimentation des rebords tranchants au moment de le passer à travers la tôle.
4. La disposition générale du connecteur en T peut différer de l'illustration. Celle-ci ne doit
être utilisée que pour le convertisseur d'alimentation. L'illustration n'est pas à l'échelle.
1. Este sistema de adaptadores solo se debe utilizar
con sistemas con polo negativo a masa de 12voltios.
2. Sujete el cable de alimentación al chasis del
vehículo utilizando los sujetacables suministrados.
3. Al pasar el cable de alimentación por la lámina de metal, utilice la
arandela pasacable existente, agregue una arandela pasacable o utilice
silicona para proteger el cable de alimentación de los bordes filosos.
4. El diseño general del conector T puede ser distinto de la ilustración. La ilustración solo se
debe utilizar para la instrucción del conductor de alimentación. La ilustración no está a escala.
Route 12 GA wire to vehicle battery location,
taking care to avoid any pinch points and hot
or rotating components.
Acheminer le câble de calibre12 à la batterie du
véhicule en prenant soin d'éviter les points de
pincement et les éléments chauds ou pivotants.
Pase el cable calibre 12 hacia la ubicación de
la batería del vehículo, con cuidado de evitar
atascos y componentes calientes o giratorios.
To avoid personal injury or property damage, check for miscellaneous
items that may be behind or under any surface before drilling.
Pour éviter les blessures et les dommages matériels, vérifier les divers
articles qui peuvent se trouver derrière ou sous la surface avant de percer.
Para evitar lesiones personales o daños materiales, verifique que no haya
ningún elemento detrás o debajo de la superficie antes de perforar.
WARNING
AVERTISSEMENT / ADVERTENCIA
WARNING
AVERTISSEMENT / ADVERTENCIA
NOTICE
AVIS / AVISO
NOTICE
AVIS / AVISO
Use ring terminal
for battery connection
Utiliser une cosse à
anneau pour effectuer la
connexion à la batterie
Utilizar el terminal de
anillo para la conexión
de la batería
If using the converter as a powered
module for a two-wire system, the
red brake wire must be grounded
Si le convertisseur est utilisé comme
module d'alimentation pour un système
à deux fils, le câble de freinage rouge
doit être mis à la masse
Si se utiliza el adaptador como un módulo
energizado para un sistema bifilar, el cable
rojo del freno debe estar conectado a tierra
Fuse holder with 10 amp
fuse max (install fuse after
all other steps are complete)
Porte-fusible avec fusible de 10A
max (installer le fusible après avoir
effectué toutes les autres étapes)
Portafusible con fusible de
10A máx. (instalar fusible una
vez completados los otros pasos) Attach the ring terminal of the white ground
wire to vehicle body using the screw provided
(drill 3/32"hole if necessary)
Attacher la cosse à anneau du fil de terre blanc
à la carrosserie du véhicule à l'aide de la vis
fournie (percer un trou de 3/32po au besoin)
Conectar el terminal de anillo del cable a tierra
blanco a la carcasa del vehículo utilizando el
tornillo suministrado (haga una perforación
de 3/32" si es necesario)
Mount converter using the
provided double-sided tape
Installer le convertisseur à l'aide
du ruban adhésif double face fourni
Montar el adaptador utilizando la
cinta de doble cara suministrada
Vehicle battery
Batterie du véhicule
Batería del vehículo
Generic housings shown for reference only
Les boîtiers génériques ne sont fournis qu'à des fins de référence
Se muestran carcasas genéricas, solo para referencia
Butt connector
Raccord bout à bout
Conector a tope
Butt connector
Raccord bout à bout
Conector a tope
Converter
Convertisseur
Adaptador
12 GA wire or larger
Câble de calibre12 ou plus
Cable calibre 12 o mayor
Disconnect negative battery (-)
cable before wiring the power wire
Déconnecter le câble négatif (-) de la batterie
avant d'installer le câble d’alimentation
Desconectar el cable negativo (-) de la batería
antes de conectar el cable de alimentación
Route black wire to
positive battery (+)
Connecter le câble noir à la
borne positive (+) de la batterie
Pasar el cable negro hacia
el polo positivo (+) de la batería
12-1012-10
Green - Right turn
Red - Brake
Yellow - Left turn
Brown - Taillight
Vert - Clignotant droit
Rouge - Frein
Jaune - Clignotant gauche
Brun - Feu arrièr
Verde - Giro a la derecha
Rojo - Freno
Amarillo - Giro a la izquierda
Marrón - Luces traseras