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Step 1: Check the Towed Vehicle’s Wiring
Note: Improper tow wiring will result in problems with the Stay-IN-Play Duo System.
Place the car in tow position behind the motor home.
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Connect the tow-wiring umbilical cord to the towed vehicle. Do NOT connect the tow
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bar.
Test the running lights, turn signal lights, and the brake’s lights on the towed vehicle.
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(Now is the time to repair any inoperable signals.) If the lights appear dim the cause
is likely a poor ground in the coach or towed vehicle.
While someone is holding the brake pedal down in the motor home, use a test light
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to determine the color of the brake-light wire (there may be one [normally red] or two
[normally yellow and green] brake light wires) in the wiring harness from the coach
under the hood of the towed vehicle.
Step 2: Mount the Operating Unit
Select a suitable location for the operating unit in the engine compartment. It
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must be away from any extreme heat source and the connections must be easily
accessible. The unit can often be installed behind the grill provided it doesn’t restrict
air flow to the radiator. Moisture will not harm the unit, but it should not be in the
direct path of rainwater or road spray.
Secure the box with either screws or wire ties through the mounting flanges on the
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box.
Towed-Vehicle Installation
Mounts & Connections
