Installation Instructions
Parts Included (Part# 35220)
Winch Quick Connect Kit
Part # 35220 (8’)
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3’ Winch Quick Connect Wire 1 3’ Winch Quick Connect Wire 1
8’ Quick Connect Wire 1
Connector Cover 2 Connector Cover 2
Cable Tie 5 Cable Tie 15
Note: The 3 ft. cable is intended to be attached to the winch only. The 8 ft. (Part#35220) is used for
power from the winch connect to the battery in the engine compartment. The 24 ft. (Part#35210)
is intended to be used to winches that are mounted in the rear of a vehicle. The Red cable is the
positive cable and the Black cable is the Negative.
Step 1: Install the 3’ connect plug on the winch before bolting the winch down. This will take place of
what typically is a long red and black cable that connects to the vehicles battery.
Step 2: Most winches have a separate control box with a black plastic cover. Remove the cover from
control box base.( Using manufacturers instructions) (Fig A)
Step 3: Remove the long red cable from the solenoid and install the red cable from the 3’ plug into the
same location. (Fig B, C) Note: Use caution when doing this in order not to damage any other
wires or terminals.
Please read instructions entirely before installing/using this part.
Winch Quick Connector (3ft.)
(Fig A) (Fig B) (Fig C)
Step 4: Remove the long battery negative cable attached to the bottom of the motor. (If installed) The
black cable from the 3’ connector will go to the negative terminal on the bottom of the motor.
(Fig D)
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Installation Instructions
nd comply to these instructions entirely
Winch Quick Connect Kit
Part # 35220 (8’)
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Step 5: Re-install the plastic control box cover you previously removed. Installation of the 3’ connect is
now complete. (Fig E) You may bolt on your winch to your desired accessory.
Note: You can gain access to one piece winches that have the control box integrated into the design
of it by typically by removing the upper large bolt and loosening the lower ones. This will enable
you to either remove or flip forward the cover to gain access to the control box.(Fig F)
WARNING: Always check with your winches owners manual before attempting to remove any
bolts or remove anything from your winch. Follow your winches wiring diagram when installing
the 3’ connect.
(Fig D) (Fig E) (Fig F)
Battery Quick Connector (8ft, 24ft)
Step 1: Determine the best location to install the disconnect plug. Make sure you will be able to gain
access to it based on the accessory you will be using it with.
Step 2: Run the cable along the frame of the vehicle towards the engine compartment. Take notice to
which side your battery is located when routing wires.
Step 3: Run the cable into and up through the engine compartment towards the battery.
NOTE: Make sure no accessory is connected to the plug before attaching wires to the battery.
injury or damage.
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