Trailer Module (TRM): Installation

Fig 1: Identifying Nob Turned On Left-Hand Rear Panel And Panel Folded Inwards

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Turn the locking knob (1) 90° (counterclockwise) and fold out the rear side panel (2) on the left-hand side of the luggage compartment.

Fig 2: Identifying Embossing

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Clean the reverse side of the embossing (1) on the plate in front of the fuse holder with a mixture of 20 % isopropyl alcohol (P/N 1161721) and 80 % water.
Wipe dry.

Fig 3: Identifying Removal Of Protective Tape From Velcro Fastener

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Take a Velcro fastener from the kit and remove the protective tape.

Fig 4: Identifying Attached Velcro

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Attach the Velcro fastener to the reverse side of the embossing (1). Start from the bottom. Press firmly so that it is properly secured.

Fig 5: Identifying Trailer Module Clean Area

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Take the trailer module from the kit and clean the flat surface with a mixture of 20 % isopropyl alcohol (P/N 1161721) and 80 % water.
Wipe dry.

Fig 6: Identifying Removal Of Protective Tape From Velcro Fastener

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Take the remaining Velcro fastener and remove the protective tape.

Fig 7: Identifying Velcro Fastener Attached To Trailer Module

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Attach the Velcro fastener in the center of the trailer module.

Fig 8: Identifying Trailer Module

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NOTE:

If installation of the trailer module is combined with installation of the tow hitch and tow hitch wiring, plug in all connectors to the trailer module first.

Position the trailer module in the center of Velcro fastener on the body plate.
Attach the trailer module to the Velcro fastener. Press firmly so that it is secured.
Fold the side panel back into place.