Materials:
*Trailer socket on car
*Trailer fork
*Trailer electrical harness
* Tools (adjustable wrench, screwdriver, pliers)
Steps:
1. Preparing the car:
*Locate the trailer socket on the rear of the vehicle.
* Clean the outlet from dirt and debris.
2. Preparation of the trailer:
*Locate the plug on the trailer.
* Clean the fork of dirt and debris.
3. Electrical connection:
* Align the notches on the plug with the tabs on the outlet and insert the plug into the outlet.
* Tighten the plug with an adjustable wrench for a secure connection.
4. Service check:
* Turn on your car’s headlights or turn signals.
*Make sure your trailer’s lights and turn signals are also working.
5. Ground connection:
*Some trailers have a separate ground wire.
*Connect the trailer ground wire to the ground pin on the vehicle (usually located under the body).
6. Unwinding the electrical harness:
* Unwind the trailer electrical harness and route it from the trailer to the vehicle.
* Secure the tourniquet using clamps or ties.
7. Checking the correct connection:
* Turn on your vehicle’s headlights and turn signals again.
* Make sure all lights and turn signals on the trailer are working properly.
8. Trailer attachment:
* Connect the trailer hitch to the vehicle’s hitch hook.
* Secure the trailer with a safety chain or cable.
Adviсe:
* Use special products to clean electrical contacts before connecting.
* Keep all electrical connections dry and protected from water.
*Check your trailer’s electrical system regularly to ensure a safe connection to the vehicle.