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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 vehicle's dash. 1-800-940-8924 to order CURT accessories and parts part number C51522 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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CURT Accessories and Parts - C51522

  • 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 vehicle'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.


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.



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Installation Details C51522 Installation instructions

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Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In - C51522

Average Customer Rating:  4.4 out of 5 stars   (13 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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Audi

This brake controller works perfectly for my 2014 Audi Q7! The instructions were easy to follow thereby making the installation a straightforward process. The hardest part was deciding where to install the dial. The dial has a solid and deliberate feel when turning and numerous options for fine tuning.



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This made for an easy plug and play installation—and even included instructions for removal is the lower dash trim panel in my Audi.



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2019 Volkswagen Atlas

The product was exactly what was required for the job. Was disappointed in shipping since I paid extra for expedited shipping and it arrived a day later than expected. I could have got it in the same time frame and saved $XX.00.



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Audi

perfect fit for Audi Q7



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Product is as advertised, functions perfectly, and arrived on time.



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Bien reste à essayer merci



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  • Plug-In Brake Controller Adapter for a 2018 Audi Q5
    I do have a really great alternative brake controller solution for your 2018 Audi Q5 but none of the top brake controller manufactures offers a plug-in brake controller adapter harness like the Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers part # C51522 for this vehicle yet. Therefore, you have two options which are to hardwire your own harness in or use a wireless brake controller. If you wish to hardwire your own harness in then you will need to cut the factory plug off the...
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  • Which Connector Is Needed To Install Curt Spectrum Trailer Brake Controller On a 2018 VW Atlas?
    Both the kits come with the same Curt Spectrum Trailer Brake Controller # C51170 for your 2018 Volkswagen Atlas. The Universal Wiring Adapter # C51515 is needed if your Atlas does not have the factory brake controller wiring. While the Curt Custom Wiring Adapter # C51522 is designed to plug into the factory trailer wiring connector. If you have the factory connector with a factory 7-way the connector should be behind the left kick panel in the drivers compartment. If you do not have a...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch, Wiring, and Brake Controller for 2015 Audi Q7
    It looks like you have really done your research on this, great job! For a hitch you are correct, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13220 is a confirmed fit for your 2015 Audi Q7. This Class III hitch has a 2" receiver and a concealed cross tube to help maintain a factory look. It has a maximum gross trailer weight of 6,000 lbs and tongue weight of 600 lbs. Make sure to consult your owner's manual for the towing capacity of your vehicle as well, you will be limited by whichever is lower. For...
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  • Will the Curt Echo Work on a 2016 Audi Q5 with the 7 Way Plug Angled Down Slightly
    To start, the Curt Echo # C51180 will work when the 7 way plug in bracket is angled down; this doesn't affect the functionality of the controller and you'll still get responsive braking for your trailer. Part of the appeal of using a wireless controller like the Curt Echo # C51180 is that there isn't any wiring that needs to be done inside the vehicle and it's a simple plug and play installation. The issue with needing a brake controller for vehicles that aren't typically setup for towing...
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  • Install Harness for Redarc Tow Pro Elite Brake Controller 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
    The recommended install harness for the Redarc Tow Pro Elite part # RED44FR to install in your 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is the Curt # C51522 which would match color for color when you wire it to the Redarc controller. So yes, you'd just need to match the colors and you'd be good.
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  • Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Prodigy P3 Brake Controller on 2011 Audi Q7
    Actually there is an adapter from Curt # C51522 that you can use to plug the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 # 90195 directly into your 2011 Audi Q7 if it has the factory 7-Way. You will need to cut the one end off of the adapter and splice the pigtail that comes with the P3 to the adapter (per color) for this to work. If you don't have the factory 7-Way then you will need to run to your local dealer to get parts #1J0-972-782 and #000-979-228 to basically make an adapter (see attached article). I...
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  • Plug-In Harness to Install Tekonsha Brake Controller on 2017 Audi Q5
    You are correct that Tekonsha does not currently have a plug-in wiring harness available for your 2017 Audi Q5 but you're also right that you can simply cut off the brake controller end of the Curt # C51522 and hardwire it to the pigtail on your Tekonsha Prodigy P2 # 90885 for installation. You will then still be able to use the vehicle-side plug to connect to the factory port behind the dash of your Audi Q5. After cutting off the controller-side plug on the harness the wires will splice...
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  • Brake Controller Installation on my 2017 Audi Q7
    With the Curt Triflex part # C24VV and the Curt Adapter part # C51522 you will have all you need to successfully install your controller. I have linked a video for you showing the operation of the controller. Check it out to familiarize yourself with it.
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  • Will The Curt Spectrum Trailer Brake Controller Plug and Play In 2010 VW Touareg?
    That is a great question Andy and I can understand your confusion as we do have the Technical Bulletin which I have linked near the bottom of the page next to the instructions. You will be able to connect the Curt Spectrum # C51170 to your 2010 Volkswagen Touareg using the Pigtail # C51522. There is a chance you will have to add a relay to get a more consistent power to the controller which is outlined in the Technical Bulletin but you will not need the parts outlined in the beginning of...
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  • Correct Curt Brake Controller Adapter Harness Plug for 2019 Volkswagen Atlas
    I checked with Curt and the correct brake controller wiring harness adapter needed to install a Curt trailer brake controller like the Curt Echo Under-Dash Trailer Brake Controller part # C27JR which is what I recommend on a 2019 Volkswagen Atlas is the Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers part # C51522.
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  • Recommended Trailer Brake Controller for 2016 Audi Q5 TDI
    If they installed the OEM tow package wiring in your 2016 Qudi Q5 TDI, then there should be the connection under your dash for the wiring harness to be a simple plug and play. The Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers # C51522 will have the plug for the factory harness and then you can use the Curt Spectrum # C51170. This proportional controller will have a much cleaner look on your dash so it is what I recommend if you have the plug in harness. If you don't have the...
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  • Comparing With Or Without Tow Package On A 2017 Volkswagen Touareg
    I can help point you in the right direction for sure. The "with or without tow package" will determine what plug or "pigtail" comes with the brake controller. On the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg, vehicles with the factory tow package will have a 7 way trailer plug on the back, and will be equipped with a factory brake control port under the dash. If you do have the tow package you can use the plug and play pigtail # C51522 to easily install the Curt Assure # C49UR. If you do not have the tow...
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  • Will Factory Tow Settings Activate on 2015 Audi Q5 With Curt Echo
    I believe you're asking if the trailer/towing mode will still activate if you use the # C51180 instead of plugging a brake controller into the port under your dash. Yes, this will still work on your 2015 Audi Q5. Since the Echo plugs in-line with the 7-way it will be no different from hooking up a trailer. The different settings will come from it detecting a connection on your 7-way, not the port under the dash. However, you may want to consider a different model of the Echo, especially...
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  • Easy to Install Brake Controller for 2014 Audi Q7
    I have a really easy to install brake controller for your 2014 Audi Q7 that works great and is super convenient but the only way to install a Redarc Tow Pro part # RED44FR is going to be by hardwiring the install. Instead check out the Echo Mobile part # C51180. Basically this just plugs into an active 7-way and once you sync it to your phone it's ready to go. This brake controller is proportional which means it senses the amount of deceleration your tow vehicle is applying and applies...
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  • Brake Controller For 2009 Volkswagen Touareg With Factory Tow Package
    You will need a brake controller for your Forest River travel trailer with electric brakes and for your 2009 Volkswagen Touareg with the factory tow package, there is a plug-in option available from Curt: - Curt Assure Trailer Brake Controller with Dynamic Screen # C49UR - Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers # C51522 The Assure # C49UR will give your travel trailer smooth braking proportional to that of your truck so you have a more comfortable, safe towing experience....
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  • Trailer Brake Controller For A 2013 Volswagen Touareg
    With the plug and play harnesses available for most controllers for your 2013 Volkswagen Touareg The Red Arc Controller # RED24FR does not have a plug and play installation for your 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. The Red Arc Controller uses the Harness # RED69FR which plugs into the back of the controller but comes with 4 additional wires that you will have to splice into your vehicle. A way around the non plug and play method would be to splice the Redarc harness into a plug-in harness like...
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  • Comparing the Curt Spectrum Brake Controller and Redarc Tow-Pro Elite for a 2016 Audi Q5
    Both the Curt Spectrum # C51170 and the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite # RED44FR are excellent brake controller options for your 2016 Audi Q5 but in comparison I recommend going with the Tow-Pro Elite over the Spectrum. Although both controllers can be used as proportional brake controllers (they activate your trailer brakes at the same time and with the same intensity as the brakes on your Q5) the Tow-Pro Elite can also be switched to "User Control" mode which means your trailer brakes will activate...
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