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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 C51453 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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2013 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 connectors plug 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.


This adapter plugs into the ports on your vehicle's built-in brake control wiring harness. The harness is located underneath the dash, above your gas pedal, and it is taped to another harness.


No hardwiring is required to install this adapter. After you plug it into the 2 factory ports, 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.



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Installation Details C51453 Installation instructions

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Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In - C51453

Average Customer Rating:  4.8 out of 5 stars   (37 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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2014 Dodge Ram Pickup

Installed on a 2014 dodge ram 1500... The wires took literally 2 seconds to find under the dash, per etrailers instructional video, and took another to 2 seconds to clip on the pigtail. Hooked up the brake controller and powered up fine. Haven't got a chance to use it yet since the car hauler is about 400 ft back on the property and I got the truck stuck going back to try and get it. Its awdul muddy here in michigan in April. Hopefully some warm weather soon so I can get to it and try this controller out! I ordered it on Wednesday, did 2nd day shipping and called to insure I could receive it by Friday, the lady on the phone had them ship it, within ten minutes I had a confirmation email.



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2014 Dodge Ram Pickup

electric brake control
for 2014 ram
1500

this Curt electric brake control unit and harness fit great .
half hour and it's finished.



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2014 Dodge Ram Pickup

This is a DIRECT FIT for my 2014 Ram 1500!! I mounted the controller at the bottom of the center console and everything was perfect! The directions were easy to follow and the installation was a breeze!



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Dodge Ram Pickup

This adapter is exactly what I needed for my '13 ram. Plugged right in, no issues.



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2013 Dodge Ram Pickup

Ordered about 1 year ago. It has worked great. Looks great and easy to install. Takes a little getting use to it. Looks very stylish in my 2013 Ram. It goes perfect with the inside trim.



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ordered product n the 27th got it on the 3rd. it took all of about 2 minutes to put it all together & install it, directions as to where to find the hidden connectors were right on. Trailer is up north so I won.t be using it for a cpl months but delivery and installation instructions were spot on. ( not the first time I have used etrailer by the way!!)



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Works perfect , fast shipping. Priced better than factory controller



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Product arrived as scheduled. Enjoyed the tracking access to follow the delivery. I have not had the opportunity to install but I am sure everything will go as planned because of the installation video.



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The brake system worked fine with the wiring harnes hT y'all sent me



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2013 Dodge Ram Pickup

Great product and easy installation. I actually installed in the small shelf right below the controls for the seats on my 13 Ram 1500 Longhorn. Looks very neat and functional. Quick shipping.



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Price was lower than anyone else and they got it shipped right away. I will definitely buy here again.



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2014 Ram 1500

Received the control and harness within 4 days. Simple install took about 10 minutes.



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Made installation a breeze no problems at all.



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Arrived earlier than expected. Excellant service. I will use etrailer for my future needs



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Plug and play easy adapt.



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Bruce

6/24/2024

The replacement control is working nicely. Thanks for taking care of things.



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Product seems to work good did not have a problem installing it happy with product would recommend it to others.



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This worked perfectly on my 2013 Ram



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2014 Ram 1500

The only way they could have made it any easier on me was to send someone out to crawl under the dash to find the plugs and make the connections. Worked perfectly first try.



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Product was as stated website was fast and accurate shipped fast and follow up emails to let you know status



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Excellent service& Delivery!
Product
was a breeze to install. totally satisfied.
Thank You.



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Good quality, works great!



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Very happy with the product. Everything was easy to install. Thank you



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Questions were answered and the ordering process was quick and easy.



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2014 Dodge Ram Pickup

Needed to install on 2014 Ram. Easy ins tall


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