Blue Ox BX88273 User Manual

BX88273

2 ATM Fuse ByPass Switch

Installation Instructions

ALWAYS match the amperage of the fuse in the Fuse ByPass Switch harness to the fuse removed
from the fuse panel.

NEVER install a fuse with more than a 20 amp rating in the Fuse
ByPass Switch harness.

REMOVE any fuse from the Fuse ByPass Switch harness.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN: Consult the owner’s manual for the
towed vehicle to determine which fuse must be removed from

the “towed” vehicle. Conrm that the pins on the Fuse ByPass Switch wires match the pin sizes on

the fuse you removed. You must have the correct fuse wire ends for your fuse box. If your vehicle is
equipped with a ATM Micro Mini fuse, a ATM Mini fuse of the same rating as the OEM will need to be
installed into the ATM Mini Fuse Bypass Switch holder.

Follow each of the steps below for each circuit:

1. Install the two (2) small wire pins of one (1) pair of wires into the fuse panel location from where
you removed the fuse in the “towed”. Press in on the pins until fully seated. (There is a “Red” pair
and “Black” pair of wires indicated by the color of heatshrink at the pin ends)

Note: On Honda vehicles you will need to press the wire pins to the outside edges of the fuse

opening since these panels have the connectors on the sides of the opening, not at the bottom.
Insure that fuse panel cover can be replaced. If necessary use wire ties (not supplied) to hold the

wiring rmly in place insuring a rm physical and electrical connection.

2. Find a suitable location on a plastic surface (1/4” thick or less) next to the fuse box to mount the
Fuse ByPass. It is highly recommend that installation is on the outer, removable panel used to
access the fuse panel.

Conrm that there is ample space for the switch and that there is no metal behind the area you

have chosen. Be sure that you can reach the back of the Fuse ByPass in order to install the
mounting nut and to reattach the wires.

Note: On 2007 Honda CRV’s, the switch might be mounted on the side of the dash area coin

holder; on newer CRV’s install the Fuse ByPass on the lower dash tray.

3. Carefully drill a 3/4” diameter hole into the plastic panel using a at power auger. Avoid drilling into

or damaging any nearby wiring.

4. Remove the 4 wires from the switch by carefully and rmly pulling on the connectors one at a time.

5. Place the switch into the hole, install the mounting nut with the serrated side towards the panel
and hand tighten it.

6. Reattach the wires to the switch by sliding the connectors over the terminals on the switch.

7. Slide the black split loom over the wiring connections and if necessary, secure with electrical tape.

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BX88273

2 ATM Fuse ByPass Switch

Installation Instructions

8. Tape the wiring if there is any exposed metal in the immediate area of the switch.

9. Install the “towed’s” removed fuse into the fuse holder in the Fuse ByPass harness.

Note: For Honda vehicles you will need to buy a fuse of the same rating (color) as the original

equipment fuse. Insure that the fuse pins are directly placed into the holder’s terminals.

Troubleshooting - Fuse ByPass fails to operate

• Insure that the pins are fully seated in the correct position in the Fuse Panel and not touching

each other

• Make sure that the wiring is properly connected to the back of the switch

• Insure that there is a fuse (and it is not blown) in the Fuse ByPass harness and that the fuse is

properly installed in the fuse holder in the harness

• If a dead battery situation is occurring, contact your vehicle’s manufacturer to see what circuits

are live when the key is in the towing position.

NOTICE: Installation of the Fuse ByPass Switch is strictly at the user’s risk. Blue Ox® assumes no
liability for any damage or any liability in any way for the proper or improper use or installation of this
product. The Buyer acknowledges that the Fuse ByPass is supplied as a convenience item to the
RVer, who accepts full responsibility for any damages and all liability for any claims including any
warranty claims that may be considered voided by the manufacturer.

CUSTOMER SERVICE COMMITMENT

Blue Ox® is committed to providing you with exceptional customer care throughout your lifetime
with our products. Our team is here to assist you with any questions you may have regarding the
performance of your product. Simply call [phone] and you can speak with our customer care
team.

Additionally, please visit our website to see which rallies our Destination America team will be
attending. For a nominal fee, our service technician will service your towing system to ensure it’s in
proper working condition. Also, as a commitment to our customers, should you visit our factory, you
can stay at our full service Blue Ox® campground at no charge along with enjoying a factory tour.

Again, thank you for being our customer and for the condence you have shown in the performance

of our products. It is because of customers like you we enjoy the success we have today.

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