BLUE OX 405-0772 6 to 6 Coiled Cable Kit Instruction Manual

June 13, 2024
BLUE OX

BLUE OX 405-0772 6 to 6 Coiled Cable Kit

Product Information

The BX8862 6 to 6 Coiled Cable Kit is a wiring kit designed for towing vehicles. It includes a 6 to 6 coiled electrical cable and a black plastic 6 pin connector. The kit is manufactured by Blue Ox.

Product Usage Instructions

  1. Ensure you have the latest version of the installation instructions by visiting www.blueox.com.
  2. Identify the components in the kit:
    • 1 x 6 to 6 Coiled Electrical Cable (Part No. 294-1111)
    • 1 x Black Plastic 6 Pin Connector (Part No. 294-0902)
  3. Connect the cables and plugs as follows:
    • Left Turn – Connect to the corresponding left turn signal wire on the towing vehicle.
    • Battery – Connect to the positive terminal of the towing vehicle’s battery.
    • Right Turn – Connect to the corresponding right turn signal wire on the towing vehicle.
    • Ground – Connect to a solid ground point on both the towing vehicle and the vehicle being towed.
    • Brake Tail Light – Connect to the brake light wire on the towing vehicle.
    • Brake – Connect to the brake wire on the vehicle being towed.
    • Ground Tail Light – Connect to the ground wire of the tail lights on the vehicle being towed.
  4. Ensure all connections are secure and properly insulated.
  5. If troubleshooting is required, refer to the troubleshooting section in the user manual for possible causes and solutions.

Please visit www.blueox.com for the lastest version of these installation instructions.

BX8862
6 to 6 Coiled Cable Kit

BLUE-OX-405-0772-6-to-6-Coiled-Cable-Kit-FIG-1

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.

BLUE-OX-405-0772-6-to-6-Coiled-Cable-Kit-FIG-2

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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Pender, Nebraska 68047
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