Applies To Cars With A Tow Hitch

Fig 1: Identifying Towbar Wiring Connector

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• Detach the towbar wiring connector from the Trailer Module (TRM).
• Disconnect the ground lead.

Fig 2: Identifying Secondary Lock

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• Release the secondary locking by pressing the catch down and pulling the locking straight out.

Fig 3: View Of Cable Lug From Connector

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• Disconnect all cable lugs from the connector. Use special tool 9512810 or 9512632.
• Insert the tool in the connector and release the locking.
• Pull out the cable with cable lug.
• Pull the cable harness out through the rubber grommet. The rubber grommet is not to be reused.

Fig 4: Identifying Cut Off Large Rubber Nipple

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• Cut off the top of the large rubber nipple on the new grommet and route the cable harness for the tow hitch through.

HINT: Lubricate the cable harness with something that will not damage the rubber grommet and route the cable harness through the hole. 

• Connect the cable lugs to the connector.
• Secure the locking and connect to the trailer module (TRM).