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v1.21

Minor Versionm

by Matthew Reilly

  1. Locate and match the vehicle diagnostic connector to one of the adapters included in the kit.
    • Locate and match the vehicle diagnostic connector to one of the adapters included in the kit.

    • The pre installed adapter fits many applications.

    • See here for adapter identification

    • If your vehicle does not use the pre-installed Adapter 1, use the steps below to replace with the required adapter.

    • There are no special tools needed to change the adapter.

  2. Remove the screw cap at the back of the connector and slide it slightly away from the connector. Pull the connector housing and adapter assembly away from the connector cartridge and harness.
    • Remove the screw cap at the back of the connector and slide it slightly away from the connector.

    • Pull the connector housing and adapter assembly away from the connector cartridge and harness.

    • Video for this step

  3. Remove the adapter from the connector housing by sliding it back. Slide the adapter required for your application onto the connector housing.
    • Remove the adapter from the connector housing by sliding it back.

    • Slide the adapter required for your application onto the connector housing.

    • Ensure this key/keyway is aligned.

    • Ensure parts are seated completely without gaps.

  4. Align the keys & keyways and slide the connector cartridge into the connector housing. Video for remaining steps
  5. Once the cartridge is inserted into the connector housing, it should appear flush like this. Screw the cap on at the back of the connector housing.
    • Once the cartridge is inserted into the connector housing, it should appear flush like this.

    • Screw the cap on at the back of the connector housing.

    • Ensure the connection is tight and that there is no gap between the adapter and the screw cap.

  6. As seen in this compatibility graphic, the HRN-DM09T2 harness is backward compatible with Type 1 (black 9 pin) equipped vehicles as well as newer Type 2 (green).
    • As seen in this compatibility graphic, the HRN-DM09T2 harness is backward compatible with Type 1 (black 9 pin) equipped vehicles as well as newer Type 2 (green).

    • Older Type 1 (black) diagnostic harnesses should not be reused with Type 2 (green) vehicles as they are not compatible.

  7. Unfasten the OEM 9 pin connector from where its mounted.
    • Unfasten the OEM 9 pin connector from where its mounted.

    • Pull connector and harness aside to make it available for connection later.

  8. Reinstall the HRN-DM09T2 male harness connector assembly into the same location where the OEM 9 pin was removed. Using the parts included and or previously removed, fasten as necessary for your application.
    • Reinstall the HRN-DM09T2 male harness connector assembly into the same location where the OEM 9 pin was removed.

    • Using the parts included and or previously removed, fasten as necessary for your application.

  9. Connect the OEM 9 pin diagnostic connector into the HRN-DM09T2 harness.
    • Connect the OEM 9 pin diagnostic connector into the HRN-DM09T2 harness.

    • Twist the locking collar to secure connection.

    • It is recommended to secure this connection using electrical tape if the collar does not lock adequately.

    • Secure this connection as up and out of view as possible using cable ties.

    • Ensure cable does not interfere with any moving parts.

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Matthew Reilly

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