HORIZON GLOBAL 118784 Santa Cruz Kia Instruction Manual

: June 11, 2024
: HORIZON GLOBAL

Table of Contents

HORIZON GLOBAL 118784 Santa Cruz Kia
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Installation Instructions
LIMITED 1-YEAR WARRANTY
References
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HORIZON GLOBAL 118784 Santa Cruz Kia

Product Information

Product Name: Tow Wiring Harness
Manufacturer: Horizon Global
Part Number: 118784
Application: Compatible with KIA Telluride, KIA Carnival, KIA Sorento, Hyundai Palisade, Hyundai Santa Fe, Hyundai Tucson, and Hyundai Santa Cruz models
Warranty: Limited 1-year warranty

Product Usage Instructions

Before starting the installation process, ensure that you have the necessary tools and safety gear including safety glasses, a test light, and a panel puller. Refer to the manufacturer’s website for the most up-to-date information on application years, trim levels, and current instructions.
Locate the tow vehicle’s trailer harness connector under the vehicle, behind the rear bumper, and on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
Using a panel puller, disconnect the tow vehicle’s trailer harness connector.
Connect the T-connector black box to the tow vehicle’s trailer harness connector.
Determine a suitable mounting point behind the rear bumper fascia on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Mount the T-Connector black box using the double-sided tape provided. Make sure that the trailer’s wire harness has adequate length to reach this point.
Clean the flat mount surface area using a 50-50 mixture of rubbing alcohol and water to mount the lighting module black box.
Mount the lighting module so that the epoxy side of the module is pointed toward the ground to prevent any water buildup.
Refer to the manufacturer’s website for step-by-step photo installation instructions.

Installation Instructions

WARNING

To prevent SERIOUS INJURY, DEATH, or PROPERTY DAMAGE:
ALWAYS read and follow all warnings and instructions included with purchase before beginning installation. Keep for future reference.
DO NOT exceed lower of towing manufacturing rating (including in your vehicle owner’s manual) or specific amperage ratings stated on product.
ALWAYS read, understand and follow all warnings and instructions printed on tow vehicle’s battery.
ALWAYS wear safety glasses and use all safety precautions during installation.
Read and follow all warnings and cautions printed on the tow vehicle’s battery. All connections must be complete for T-One® Connector to function properly. Test and verify installation with a test light or trailer once installed. For initial test, reset vehicle electrical system by temporarily removing the key from the ignition.
DO NOT touch negative battery terminal to positive battery terminal. Serious Injury and damage to Vehicle’s electrical system can occur.
If vehicle is equipped with the Start/Stop option, DO NOT connect the module power wire to the support battery. Only connect module to the main vehicle battery.
Failure to connect to the vehicle main battery may result in damage.
Overloading circuits can cause fires.
DO NOT exceed stated product ratings.
Ensure all existing grounds connections are still attached. Torque Existing ground screw to manufacture Torque Specifications.

LIMITED 1-YEAR WARRANTY

Limited Warranty. Horizon Global (“We” or “Us”) warrants to the original consumer purchaser only (“You”) that the product will be free from material defects in both material and workmanship for a specific period, ordinary wear and tear excepted; provided that installation and use of the product is in accordance with product instructions. THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. If the product does not comply with this period specific limited warranty, Your sole and exclusive remedy is that We will replace the product without charge to You and within a reasonable time or, at our option, refund the purchase price. This warranty is not transferable.
Limitations on the Warranty. This limited warranty does not cover: (a) normal wear and tear; (b) damage through abuse, neglect, misuse, or as a result of any accident or in any other manner; (c) damage from misapplication, overloading, or improper installation, including welds; (d) improper maintenance and repair; and (e) product alteration in any manner by anyone other than Us, with the sole exception of alterations made pursuant to product instructions and in a workmanlike manner.
Obligations of Purchaser. To make a warranty claim, contact Us, at our principal address of 47912 Halyard Dr. Suite 100, Plymouth, MI 48170, 1-800-632-3290, identify the product by model number, and follow the claim instructions that will be provided. Any returned product that is replaced or refunded by Us becomes our property. You will be responsible for return shipping costs. Please retain your purchase receipt to verify date of purchase and that You are the original consumer purchaser. The product and the purchase receipt must be provided to Us in order to process Your warranty claim.
Remedy Limits. Repair or replacement is Your sole remedy under this limited warranty, or any other warranty related to the product. We shall not be liable for service or labor charges incurred in removing or replacing a product or any incidental or consequential damages of any kind.
Assumption of Risk. You acknowledge and agree that any use of the product for any purpose other than the specified use(s) stated in the product instructions is at Your own risk.
Governing Law. This limited warranty gives You specific legal rights, and You also may have other rights which vary from state to state. This limited warranty is governed by the laws of the State of Michigan, without regard to rules pertaining to conflicts of law. The state courts located in Wayne County; Michigan shall have exclusive jurisdiction for any disputes relating to this warranty.

| Application:| Installation Difficulty:

Novice

• Installation times are listed on Horizon Global websites or found in the downloadable application guides.

• Installation difficulty levels are based on time and effort involved. They may vary depending on installer level of expertise and condition of the vehicle. Along with proper tools and equipment.

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Make| Model|
KIA                                             Telluride|
KIA                                             Carnival|
KIA                                             Sorento|
Hyundai                                   Palisade|
Tools Required:| | | |
Hyundai                                   Santa Fe|
Hyundai                                   Tucson|
Hyundai                                   Santa Cruz|
*Visit our website for the most up to date information regarding|
application years and trim levels and current instructions.|
**|
•     Locate Vehicle’s Battery. Disconnect and isolate the Vehicle’s|
Negative battery Cable|
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•     DO NOT touch negative battery terminal to positive battery|
Hardware Kit: HORIZON-GLOBAL-118784-Santa-Cruz-Kia-
FIG-3 |
terminal. Serious injury and damage to vehicle’s electrical|
system can occur.**

• Overloading circuits can cause fires.

Always wear SAFETY GLASSES when installing wiring harness

Locate the tow vehicle’s trailer harness connector. This harness is located under the vehicle, behind the rear bumper, on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
The plastic cover may need to be removed to access the T-One® T-Connector harness.
Remove protective cap from connector. Store protective cap in glove compartment along with installation instructions.
Check to see that the mating surfaces of the connectors are free of dirt and clean if necessary.
Insert the 12-Pin T-One® T- Connector harness and lock into place. Ensure that the connectors are fully inserted with locking tabs in place.
Underneath the vehicle, determine a suitable mounting point behind the rear bumper fascia on the driver’s side. Mount the T-Connector black box using double-sided tape provided. Make sure that the trailer’s wire harness has adequate length to reach this point.
- NOTE
- Clean flat mount surface area using a 50-50 mixture of rubbing alcohol and water to mount lighting module black box.
- CAUTION
- Make sure lighting module is mounted so that the epoxy side of the module is pointed towards the ground to prevent any water buildup.
- WARNING
- When mounting under the vehicle, always make sure that the unit is in a protected area and can not be damaged from road debris or objects driven over.
6. Route the 4-Flat harness rearward a long back of the bumper fascia to the center of the vehicle. Secure the remainder of the 4-Flat harness with the cable ties provided, to prevent damage or rattling and being careful to avoid any areas that would pinch, cut or melt the wires. the center of the vehicle. Secure the remainder of the 4-Flat harness with the cable ties provided, to prevent damage or rattling and being careful to avoid any areas that would pinch, cut or melt the wires.
- If routing the wire thru a grommet and along the exterior of the vehicle, be careful to avoid any hot pipes, heat shields, the fuel tank or any other points that may pinch or break the wire.
Mount the 4-Flat end in an accessible location with a bracket or electrical box (not included).
Reinstall the Plastic cover (if Removed), Being care not to break any plastic securing pins.

WARNING

All connections must be complete for the T-One® T-Connector to function properly. Test and verify installation with a test light or trailer once installed. For initial test, reset vehicle electrical system by temporarily removing the key from the ignition.
Overloading circuits can cause fires. DO NOT exceed stated product ratings. Read vehicle’s owner’s manual & instruction sheet for additional information.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

**4-Way not Functioning| Ensure T-One Connector ends are fully inserted and locked in place. Remove module’s power fuse for 10 seconds and repeat test.| Check chassis grounds. Ensure ring terminals are in full contact with vehicle chassis. Remove module’s power fuse.
****No Power to 4-Way| ****Installation may have activated circuit protection. Start Vehicle and turn all functions off: Tail (head lights), Brake and Turns. Remove Module power fuse for 10 seconds and repeat test.| Ensure fuse is fully inserted into fuse holder. Fuse should have no breaks. Fuse holder connected properly to positive post of battery. Remove fuse for 10 seconds and repeat test. Ensure module is connected to B+. Using a tester or voltmeter check for voltage on either side of the yellow butt connector near the module. Remove module power fuse for 10 seconds and repeat test.
Routine Maintenance and General Inspection
Pre-trip inspection of 4-Way Flat Harness to insure no damage to terminals and connection points for proper lighting connection and operation.| Clean 4-Way Flat Connector after each use.
Clean connection and add Dielectric grease (sold Separately) to the terminal pins.| Insure 4-Way Flat harness doesn’t Get pinched in Door latches, trailer connection points or allow contact with road surface.**

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