How to Disconnect Dummy Plug on Gray OEM Trailer Connector on 2012 Honda Pilot
Question:
trying to install the wiring harness on a 2012 honda pilot. I cant get the protective cover off of the grey housing located under the bumper. is there a trick to this?
asked by: David
Expert Reply:
Disconnecting that gray dummy cover on your 2012 Honda Pilot so you can install a wiring kit like the T-One # 118558 can be a bit frustrating, but what we've done in the past has actually been to pop the connector off of the frame, disconnected that plug, made our new connection, and then put the connector back in place.
By pulling the OEM connector down it makes it easier to remove that dummy plug.
Id you check out the linked installation video at the 5:57 minute mark you can see us doing this very thing. on a 2013 Pilot model.
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T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness for Factory Tow Package - 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
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