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Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In

Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In

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Install your Curt electric trailer brake controller quickly and easily with this custom wiring adapter. Simply plug one end of the adapter into your brake controller and then plug the other end into the built-in port beneath your 's dash. 1-800-940-8924 to order CURT accessories and parts part number C51438 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all CURT products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In. Accessories and Parts reviews from real customers.
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2012 Dodge Ram Pickup - Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In

  • Trailer Brake Controller
  • Wiring Adapter
  • Plugs into Brake Controller
  • CURT
  • Vehicle Specific

Install your Curt electric trailer brake controller quickly and easily with this custom wiring adapter. Simply plug one end of the adapter into your brake controller and then plug the other end into the built-in port beneath your 's dash.


Features:

  • Plug-in wiring adapter allows for quick, simple installation of your electric trailer brake controller
  • No cutting or splicing required
    • Custom connector end plugs into the built-in port beneath the dash of your vehicle
    • Other end plugs into the back of your electric brake controller
  • Compatible with time-delayed and proportional brake controllers from Curt
    • Brake controller must have built-in plug for adapter to connect - will not work on controllers with pigtail wiring harnesses
  • 2' Long, 12-gauge wires have protective covering to deter damage
  • Limited 1-year warranty


Installation of Curt Brake Controller Adapter

To install your Curt electric brake controller, you need to connect the wiring of the controller to your vehicle. Certain auto manufacturers offer pre-wired options, typically known as tow packages, wherein wiring is run for you from the dash to the trailer connector on the back of your vehicle. When this is done, a port is installed at your dash so that you can easily plug in a brake controller.


Brake-Control Adapter Port

This adapter plugs into the port on your vehicle's built-in brake control wiring harness. The harness is located underneath the dash, to the left of the steering column, and it is taped to another harness near the emergency brake pedal.


No hardwiring is required to install this adapter. After you plug it into the factory port, you simply plug the other end of the adapter directly into your electric trailer brake controller. Because there are no wires to connect, installation is not permanent. You can unplug and remove your brake controller at any time to transfer it to another vehicle or securely stow it away.



51438 Curt Quick Plug Brake Control Adaptor Harness

Installation Details C51438 Installation instructions

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Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In - C51438

Average Customer Rating:  4.9 out of 5 stars   (45 Customer Reviews)

Install your Curt electric trailer brake controller quickly and easily with this custom wiring adapter. Simply plug one end of the adapter into your brake controller and then plug the other end into the built-in port beneath your vehicle's dash.

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Ordered a Curt brake controller for my Toyota Tundra with the matching dual plug in. It installed easily, and worked perfectly. I later sold the Toyota and bought a 2010 Ram pickup. I transferred the Curt brake controller to my Ram pickup by ordering the matching dual plug in cord. It also installed easily, and works perfectly. Very pleased with everything. Excellent and prompt service, and helpful videos to help make installation effortless.



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2010 Dodge Ram Pickup

You wouldn't think an adapter cable to mate a CURT brake controller to a 2010 RAM, factory installed trailer brake cable would be difficult. But another online retailer and 2 (TWO!) local RV dealers sold me the wrong one..each the same; but wrong!

Only etrailer got it right and at a fraction of the cost of the "others"! Works fine.



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2012 Dodge Ram Pickup

I purchased this product with a Curt time delay brake controller. My 2010 Dodge Ram has the 7 way plug and towing package on it already which made the installation of the product super easy. I looked under the dash by the parking brake and there was the plug. I plugged it in and plugged in the controller, mounted it and I was done! Installation took me less than 12 minutes and that included me checking the plug with a multi meter to ensure the power was getting thru. The best part is I can remove the controller when I am not towing my RV so that I keep my stock appearance. If you can use this part on your truck pay the little extra and get it. The shipping was super fast and easy! One of the best experiences buying online!



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Its a plug…. Not much else to say! Fit my 2010 ram 2500 and Curt TriFlex controller perfectly.



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2011 Ram 1500

Cable was perfect, dealer wanted 5 times the price, has worked flawlessly since I purchased it. etrailer.com was great with information I needed, and shipped item immediately, great job George, thanks again, will definitely only buy from etrailer.com in future.



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2012 Dodge Ram Pickup

BRAKE CONTROLER & HARNESS WORK GREAT & ARRIVED ON TIME THANKS FOR THE GREAT SERVICE



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The break controller was just what we need it.



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Great product, only thing I wasn't sure about was if the gain flashed while a trailer was not hooked up. I emailed etrailer and in a timely manner for a response.



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Piece of cake installation. Installed in 10 minutes. Your company should install a shroud over the wires coming from the brake controller to the adapter to hide the single wires.



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Thanks Susan for helping me out. You found the correct part and install was a breeze. It took about ten minutes to hook up controller and connect harness. Thanks for working with me on the return issue. Looking forward to trying with my toy hauler.



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2015 Dodge Ram Pickup

I have 2015 ram 1500. Installation was simple. Might have taken 20 minutes. Setup and adjustment was simple just be sure and read directions. Much smoother braking than old controller.



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Received order in good time, and have installed in truck. All went well and works as described. Very happy with the price and the service. Will buy again from E-trailer again.



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This makes for a very installation. Instructions were very good. Brake controller installed and ready to use in 10 mins.



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Plug worked great, delivery very quick, priced right. Couldn't ask for more. Took literally five minutes to install the controller with this cable. Nice!



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This product is high quality and easy to use and install. Especially for the price. The shipping was extremely fast and the ability to track packet was even better. I would highly recommend using this company and buying this product.



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Great product! Simple installation! The staff was very helpful and order was filled and shipped promptly. Will order from etrailer.com again!



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service was excellent,everything went so smoothly
.parts ordered fit perfect.I will recommend and use your company
again. Thank you George



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Great product, installed within minutes. Very quick delivery. Thanks for the outstanding service.



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Fit as expected and made installation quick and clean.



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2015 Dodge Ram Pickup

As described. Plugs for correctly.



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2011 Ram 1500

Worked like expected. Got to me in good time. Very satisfied! Would order from etrailer again.



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Connector wire fits perfectly



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Perfect installation.



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Product works awesome, installed literally in minutes, an excellent product at an excellent price. Have had zero problems or issues with it.



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Have not used the product yet. The plug does match up to my truck like stated. Excellent rating for the quick delivery & description.


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