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-9983. Using the two #14 x 1/2” phillips head screws provided, mount the

transmitter bracket to the desired position on the trailer (Fig. 3).

4. Place the transmitter unit into the transmitter bracket installed in step three (Fig. 4).

5. Secure the transmitter unit into the bracket with the transmitter retention bar. Place the short end of the retention bar into the slot on the front of the transmitter bracket and swing the retention bar down across the top of the transmitter unit (Fig. 5).

6. Secure the retention bar to the transmitter bracket by sliding the vertical tab into the retention tang (Fig. 6).

7. Plug the transmitter’s 4-flat connector with the short wire into the trailer’s 4-flat connector. Secure any loose wires to the trailer using the cable ties provided.

8. Mount the ground terminal to the vehicle’s 4-flat mounting bracket or other appropriate metal surface within reach of the vehicle’s 4-Flat connector using the self-tapping screw provided (Fig 7).

9. Plug the transmitter’s 4-flat connector with the long wire into the tow vehicle’s 4-flat connector and push the vehicle ground connector onto the ground terminal

Congratulations on your purchase of the first in a line of products featuring Smart Trailer TechnologyTM.Valley’s Smart Trailer Wireless

Lighting MonitorTM is designed to provide safety and security while towing, yet features the convenience of easy hook-up by eliminating the need for a second person to check the trailer lights prior to towing. The unit monitors all trailer signal lights (tail lights, marker lights, stop and turn lights), relaying information to the driver should there be a trailer lighting malfunction or disconnect. The Smart Trailer Wireless Lighting Monitor is sensitive enough to detect a single marker lamp malfunction, no matter how may lights are on the trailer.

This Smart Trailer Wireless Lighting Monitor works with most any trailer utilizing 4-flat trailer wiring connectors and 12 volt incandescent (standard) trailer lights. This monitor works with tow vehicles equipped with either LED or Incandescent (standard) lights.

FEATURES• Wireless transmission makes the Smart Trailer Wireless Lighting Monitor easy to mount - no need for complicated wiring between the trailer and tow vehicle.• Simple one-time calibration allows the Smart Trailer Wireless Lighting Monitor to learn the trailer’s lighting requirements.• Bright LED indicators are easy to see, even in bright sunlight.• The trailer-mounted transmitter is water resistant and submersible, mak-ing the Smart Trailer Wireless Lighting Monitor ideal for any application, including marine use.

OPTIONAL MODELSFor 4-flat equipped trailers with LED lights, Use Smart Trailer Wireless Lighting Monitor part number 37196.

For 6 and 7-way equipped trailers use Smart Trailer Wireless Lighting Monitor part number 37197 for Incandescent (standard) lights or 37198 for LED Lighting Systems..

37195-998 Rev A 02/13 /09© 2009 Thule Towing Systems, Llc.

Tools Required:• Drill • 3/32” Drill Bit• Phillips Screwdriver• Heat Gun

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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ASSEMBLYImportant: Read all instructions thoroughly before beginning.Prior to installation, remove and identify all com-ponents.

1. Remove the transmitter unit from the transmit-ter mounting bracket (Fig. 1).

2. Open the battery door on the bottom of the transmitter unit by removing the two screws.

3. Connect the RED power lead to the RED positive (+) battery terminal and the BLACK power lead to the BLACK negative (-) battery terminal (Fig. 2).Caution: Failure to connect the power leads as described above will damage the unit.

4. Replace the battery into the transmitter unit with the power leads inward. Return the battery cover to its original position and secure with the two screws removed during step 2.

MOUNTINGTransmitter1. Locate an appropriate area near the front of the trailer to position the transmitter mounting bracket. Note: The bracket must be mounted in a position allowing the long wire on the transmitter to reach the tow vehicle’s 4-flat wir-ing connector and the short transmitter wire to reach the trailer’s original 4-flat connector.

2. Using the transmitter bracket as a template, drill two 3/16” holes into the trailer frame.

installed in step 8.

ReceiverThe Smart Trailer Wireless Lighting MonitorTM receiver can be mounted in any variety of positions within the driver’s area of the tow vehicle, making it easily and comfortably accessible while driv-ing. The unit is designed to be mounted above or below the dash line with no degradation of performance.

1. Locate an appropriate mounting position that is within view from a comfortably seated driver’s position. Important: Ensure that the receiver is mounted in a position that does not interfere with the safe operation of the vehicle or any of its controls and is in reach of a 12v accessory socket or cigar lighter.

Temporary Mounting:

1. Clean the bottom of the receiver mounting bracket base with the supplied alcohol pad and allow to dry. Remove the backing from one side of the foam tape and press the foam tape onto the mounting bracket base.

2. Using the supplied alcohol pad, clean the desired mounting area on the vehicle and allow to dry. Press the mounting bracket firmly into place.Important: To ensure a proper bond, the adhesive requires time to cure. For best results, heat the adhesive surface with a hair dryer or heat gun.

3. Plug the receiver’s 12v accessory plug in the tow vehicle’s 12v accessory socket or cigar lighter.

the receiver unit’s 12v adapter into the vehicle’s accessory socket and make sure it is receiving power. The blue LED labeled “Power” should illuminate.

3. Press and hold the calibrate button on the receiver unit (Fig 8) until the Connect and Battery LED’s begin flashing. Once these lights begin flashing, release the calabrate button.

4. Turn on the tow vehicle tail lamps. The Tail LED should start blinking Green along with the Connect and Battery LED’s. Note: If the Tail LED blinks Red, stop the calibration process, verify that all trailer lights are function-ing properly and begin the calibration process again.

5. Depress and hold the tow vehicle brake pedal. The Left and Right LED’s should begin blinking Green, along with the Tail, Connect and Battery LED’s. Continue holding the brake pedal down until the LED’s stop blinking and remain on solid. Release the brake pedal and turn off the taillights. the calibration process is complete.Note: If the Left or Right LED’s blink Red, stop the calibration pro-cess, verify that all trailer lights are functioning properly and begin the calibration process again.

DISPLAY FUNCTIONSPOWER: Indicates that the receiver unit is receiving 12 volt power. A solid Blue LED illuminates when properly receiving power.

LEFT: Indicates proper operation of the Trailer’s Left Turn and Stop Lamps. A solid or blinking Green LED illuminates when operating

properly. A solid or blinking Red LED indicates there is trouble in the circuit.

RIGHT: Indicates proper operation of the Trailer’s Right Turn and Stop Lamps. A solid or blinkng Green LED illuminates when operat-ing properly. A solid or blinking Red LED indicates there is trouble in the circuit.

TAIL: Indicates proper operation of the Trailer’s Taillight & Marker Lamps. A solid Green LED illuminates when operating properly. A solid Red LED indicates there is trouble in the circuit.

CONNECT: Indicates a wireless connection between the Receiver and Transmitter units by displaying a solid Green LED. A solid Red LED indicates no connection between the Receiver and Transmitter. A blinking Red LED indicates a lost electrical connection between the trailer and tow vehicle.

BATTERY: Indicates the transmitter unit battery charge level. A solid Green LED indicates a properly charged battery. A solid Red LED shows that the transmitter battery voltage is low.

STORAGEThe trainsmitter unit’s battery is designed for maintenance free operation and should retain a charge between normal towing intervals. Should the Battery indicator LED illuminate RED when operating the unit after storing the trailer, charge the transmitter battery by either iluminating the tow vehicle’s taillamps with the transmitter unit connected or by using the avilable transmitter battery charger (sold separetly).Note: When charging the battery, charge for 30 minutes and test the system to ensure the receiver’s Battery LED illumnates Green. If the Battery LED remains Red, charge the transmitter battery for an additional 30 minutes. If after a total of 1 hour of charging the Battery LED remains Red, replace the transmitter battery.

Caution: Use only the tow vehicle’s taillight circuit or the specified charger to charge the transmitter unit’s battery. Use of an unap-proved charger may damage or destroy the transmitter unit.

TROUBLESHOOTINGRefer to the chart below for common troubleshooting questions and answers. TRAILER LIGHT

MONITORING SYSTEMFOR TRAILERS WITH INCANDESCENT (STANDARD) LIGHTING

Permanent Mounting:

1. Unscrew the mounting bracket adjustment screw from the receiver mounting bracket and separate the two bracket halves.

2. Using the lower portion of the receiver mounting bracket as a template, drill two 3/32” holes into the desired mounting surface.Caution: Ensure that the area directly behind the mounting surface is clear of obstructions that may be damaged while drilling.

3. Using a screwdriver, secure the lower portion of the receiver mounting bracket to the mounting surface using two 2.6mm x 10mm phillips screws.

4. Re-assemble the receiver mounting bracket sections using the adjust-ment screw removed in step 5 above.

SETUP / CALIBRATIONOnce the transmitter and receiver are mounted and connected to the tow vehicle and trailer, it will be necessary to perform a one-time calibration step to allow the system to learn the trailer’s lighting requirements. Once the calibration step has been successfully performed, it is not necessary to re-calibrate the system unless the transmitter and receiver are moved to a different trailer.

Each time the receiver module is plugged in, a self-test will initiate, flashing all LED’s red and then green. Once the self test is complete, Only the blue power light will remain illuminated.

1. Test the trailer’s lighting to ensure that all tail, marker stop and turn lamps are operating properly. Once confirmed, turn off all vehicle lights.

2. Ensure the transimitter unit is properly connected to the trailer and tow vehicle as described in steps 8 and 9 of the transmitter mounting section of these instructions.

2. With the tow vehicle’s tail, marker, stop and turn lights turned off, plug

CONTROLS / COMPONENTS

Receiver1. Receiver Display Unit2. Calibrate Button3. Power Indicator LED4. Left Turn/Stop Lamp LED5. Right Turn/Stop Lamp LED6. Tail/Marker Lamp LED7. Connection Indicator LED8. Battery Level LED9. Receiver Mounting Bracket10. Mounting Bracket Adjustment Screw11. 12v Accessory Plug

Transmitter12. Transmitter Unit13. Battery Door14. Battery15. Antenna16. Vehicle Connector17. Trailer Connector18. Transmitter Mounting Bracket19. Transmitter Retention Bar20. Vehicle Ground Connector21. Ground Terminal

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Symptoms Probable Cause Possible Solution

Blue LED on receiver does not illuminate

No power to receiver Make sure the receiver unit’s 12v accessory plug is connected properly

Receiver unit LED’s do not light up when lights are turned on

Transmitter unit is not properly connected to tow vehicle

Make sure the transmitter unit’s 4-fl at connectors are properly attached to both the trailer and tow vehicle

Tail indicator LED on the receiver is illuminated RED

Transmitter unit is not properly connected to the trailer


A bulb on the trailer is missing, damaged or disconnected

Visually inspect all trailer lights and repair or replace any damaged or missing lights


Left and/or Right indicator LED’s on the receiver unit are illuminated RED





Battery indicator LED on the receiver unit is illuminated RED

Transmitter battery voltage is low

Recharge the transmitter unit for 30 min. by turning on the vehicle taillights or use the transmitter battery charger (sold separately)

Left, Right or Tail indicator LED’s on the receiver unit do not turn off when the input signals are off. Battery indicator LED is RED

Transmitter unit bat-tery is not connected properly

Visually inspect and insure that the trans-mitter unit’s battery is connected properly

Transmitter unit bat-tery is dead

Replace the transmit-ter unit’s battery


Left, Right or Tail indicator LED’s on the receiver unit do not turn off when the input signals are off. Battery indicator LED is GREEN

Transmitter unit is properly connected to the trailer

Re-Calibrate the receiver unit



Connect indicator LED on the receiver unit is blinking RED

Transmitter unit has become disconnected from the tow vehicle


Missing GREEN or RED indicator LED on receiver unit during self test sequence

Receiver unit is malfunctioning

Return unit for repair or replacement

SERVICE & SUPPORTFor questions regarding installation and usage, visit Valley on the web at www.valley.us.com or call (800) 344-3230 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM eastern time.

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MONITORING SYSTEM TRAILER LIGHT 37195 FRONT