BLUE OX BX8861 4 to 4 Coiled Cable Kit Instructions
- June 13, 2024
- BLUE OX
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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:
- Visit the website www.blueox.com for the latest version of installation instructions.
- 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:
- Address: Pender, Nebraska 68047
- Phone: 402-385-3051
- Fax: 402-385-3360
- Website: www.blueox.com
- Date: 1/20/22
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
www.blueox.com