Do I Need to Add Fuses to my 2007 Acura MDX When I Install a Trailer Wire Harness, Part # 118424

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Hi, do I need to add the 4 fuses7.5a 20a 20a 7.5a to the rear drivers side panel in my 2007 Acura MDX? Also, do I need to add a 20a fuse to the fuse box under the hood? Thanks

asked by: Patrick M

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When you are installing a T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4 Pole Trailer Connector, part # 118424, you will not need to install any fuses into your 2007 Acura MDX.

I have included instructions and an installation video linked below.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

For your 2007 Acura MDX, when installing a wiring harness like the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector #118424 a trailer relay from the manufacturer may be needed. Once obtained the trailer relay location is under the…

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Answer 2

There are several items you might want to try using for removal of corrosion in your 7-way trailer connector, like part #HM48480. White Vinegar A wedge shaped, slip on pencil eraser or art gum eraser Pipe cleaners PB Blaster If the corrosion is…

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Answer 3

I spoke with my contact at Curt and he said that you want to use the 10 amp fuse in the number 2 position on your fuse box. The factory Acura trailer wiring harness calls for a 20 amp fuse but with the Curt you have to use a 10 amp.

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Answer 4

To check the pins on the vehicle side 7-Way, you can use a circuit tester or the volt meter. The circuit tester will show you if a signal is coming through on the pin you are testing while the volt meter will tell you that and how much voltage is…

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I'd be happy to help you with that. You'll need a circuit tester like part #PTW2993. Check the pins that are fed by the green and yellow wire, there should be signal on those wires with the brake pedal pressed. If you don't see power on…

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Answer 6

It is possible that there is a blown fuse or relay related to the tow package wiring that is causing the problem. Use the vehicle owner's manual to find the locations. It is also possible that there is a break in the wire somewhere. You will need…

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Answer 7

The first thing I recommend doing is to check that the ground wire for the lights is securely attached to a clean metal surface on the trailer frame. A loose ground wire will keep the lights from working. If the ground attached to the trailer does…

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Answer 8

The Draw-Tite T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-pole flat trailer connector #118424 plugs directly into the vehicle established wiring harness using the T-one style connection at the fuse box located in the cargo area at the rear of the vehicle.…

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Answer 9

Tow Ready trailer wiring harness #118424 is a fit for your 2010 Acura MDX. You will need to make sure that the white ground wire is attached to a clean and corrosion free bare metal surface. A weak ground connection could be the cause of the problem.…

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Answer 10

The problem you are having is a classic ground issue. If the ground wire to the trailer frame or the tail light grounds are not connected securely to clean, rust and paint free surfaces then when the headlights are turned the extra amperage draw for…

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Answer 11

I would agree that the problem appears to be on the vehicle side. Generally speaking, most of the time when a vehicle's fuse blows as a result from attaching a trailer, the cause is usually attributed to either the trailers lights exceeding the…

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Answer 12

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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