BLUE OX BX8861 4 to 4 Coiled Cable Kit Instructions

June 13, 2024
BLUE OX

BLUE OX BX8861 4 to 4 Coiled Cable Kit

Product Information

Item No. Part No. Description Qty.
1 294-1112 4 to 4 Coiled Electrical Cable 1
2 294-0805 Metal 4 Pin Connector 1

Product Usage Instructions

To install the BX8861 4 to 4 Coiled Cable Kit, please follow these steps:

  1. Visit the website www.blueox.com for the latest version of installation instructions.
  2. Identify the components included in the kit:
Item No. Part No. Description Qty.
1 294-1112 4 to 4 Coiled Electrical Cable 1
2 294-0805 Metal 4 Pin Connector 1

3. Begin the installation process by connecting the cable and connector as follows:

  • Connect the right turn/brake wire of the cable to the corresponding wire on the towing vehicle.
  • Connect the left turn/brake wire of the cable to the corresponding wire on the towing vehicle.
  • Connect the tail light wire of the cable to the corresponding wire on the towing vehicle.
  • Connect the ground wire of the cable to a solid ground point on
    the towing vehicle.

4. Repeat steps 3 for the remaining wires in the cable.

Troubleshooting:

If you encounter any issues with the product, refer to the following troubleshooting guide:

Problem: Lights work correctly but are dim and/or activates another light.

Possible Causes/Solutions:

  • A. Bad, loose or faulty ground on either or both vehicles. Pay special attention that the ground is solid.
  • B. Short circuit in the system on either or both vehicles.
  • C. Towing vehicle alternator too small.
  • D. Towing vehicle wiring is too light to handle extra power requirements.
  • E. Towing vehicle may require a heavy-duty flasher unit to handle the extra load.

Problem: Doesn’t work when activating blinker, tail lights or brakes.

Possible Causes/Solutions:

  • A. Wiring error to the bulb and sockets.
  • B. Bad, loose or faulty ground on either or both vehicles. Pay special attention that the ground is solid.
  • C. Fuse in towing vehicle is blown. Check continuity of all wires to ground to be sure the harness is not short-circuited.
  • D. Bad connection between female and male plugs. Check for a solid connection.

For further assistance, please contact Blue Ox at the following:

WARNING: Incorrect wiring may result in blown fuses, damaged wiring, fire, or bodily injury. Blue Ox® recommends installation of this kit by a trained professional. Blue Ox® will not be responsible for any personal property damage, or bodily injury caused by incorrect wiring or misuse of this product.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

PROBLEM – LIGHTS WORK CORRECTLY BUT ARE DIM AND/OR ACTIVATES ANOTHER LIGHT.
POSSIBLE CAUSES/SOLUTIONS:

  • A. Bad, loose or faulty ground on either or both vehicles. Pay special attention that the ground is solid.
  • B. Short circuit in the system on either or both vehicles.
  • C. Towing vehicle alternator too small.
  • D. Towing vehicle wiring is too light to handle extra power requirements.
  • E. Towing vehicle may require a heavy duty flasher unit to handle the extra load.

PROBLEM – DOESN’T WORK WHEN ACTIVATING BLINKER, TAIL LIGHTS OR BRAKES.
POSSIBLE CAUSES/SOLUTIONS:

  • A. Wiring error to the bulb and sockets.
  • B. Bad, loose or faulty ground on either or both vehicles. Pay special attention that the ground is solid.
  • C. Fuse in towing vehicle is blown. Check continuity of all wires to ground to be sure harness is not short circuited.
  • D. Bad connection between female and male plugs. Check for solid connection.

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One Mill Road, Industrial Park
Pender, Nebraska 68047
Phone: 402-385-3051
Fax: 402-385-3360
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