Diode Tow Bar Wiring Installation Instructions for a Separate Wired Vehicle

Updated 12/01/2014 | Published 11/30/2014

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Question:

Which wiring kit do I need for a 1988 VW cabriolet It has 3 bulbs tail lights, brake lights and turn signals. I thinking the 6 diode.

asked by: Scott D

Helpful Expert Reply:

You have two options for wiring a vehicle like your 1988 VW Cabriolet for diode style tow bar wiring. You can wire up the tow vehicle so that the taillights function like a combined system (2 wire), which in this case you would want a 4 diode kit. Or you can wire up your vehicle like a separate system where you would use a 6 diode kit.

For a 4 diode kit you would want the # RM-154 or for a 6 diode kit you would want the # 154-792-118158.

I attached an FAQ on wiring up the vehicle in either configuration for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C