Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 7-Way Trailer Connector
Item # C56306
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2015 Ford Explorer
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2015 Ford Explorer - Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 7-Way Trailer Connector
- 7 Round - Blade
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- CURT
Quickly and easily install a 7-way, RV-style trailer connector on your Ford Explorer with this custom harness. Connector plugs directly into existing tow connector on your Ford Explorer - no cutting, splicing or tapping required.
Features:
- Provides a 7-way, blade-style trailer connector at the back of your vehicle to power your trailer's signal lights
- Connects quickly and easily - no cutting or splicing of wires
- Locate connection point along frame rail
- Plug in connector
- Comes with protective cover for 7-way connector
- Includes zip-ties for securing loose wires
Specs:
- Maximum amperage:
- Stop/turn lights: 10 amps per circuit
- Tail lights: 10 amps per circuit
- Reverse lights: 10 amps per circuit
- Power circuit: 30 amps per circuit
- Trailer brakes (3 axles / 6 brakes): 20 amps per circuit
- Limited 1-year warranty
Installation
This custom-fit T-connector plugs into your vehicle's wiring harness, which is located beneath the rear of your vehicle, along the passenger's-side frame rail. After plugging in the connector, route the 7-way end of the harness along the inside of your bumper toward the center of your vehicle.
Once installation is complete, the 7-way connector will be stowed beneath your vehicle, near the trailer hitch. Use a mounting bracket (18138 - sold separately) to keep the connector secure. Note: Drilling may be required.
It is recommended that you use a small amount of grease on all electrical connections - the plug on your automobile and the 7-pole connector itself - to help prevent corrosion.
56306 Curt T-Connector - 7-Blade RV
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Customer Reviews
Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 7-Way Trailer Connector - C56306
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (43 Customer Reviews)
Quickly and easily install a 7-way, RV-style trailer connector on your vehicle with this custom harness. Connector plugs directly into existing tow connector on your vehicle - no cutting, splicing or tapping required.by: Eric 04/23/2024
Just follow the wire diagram when installing. Worked as intended.
by: Ken R08/17/2021
2015FordExplorer
The product works as described and appears to be quality construction, however the wiring information is imprinted incorrectly on the connector vs the paper instructions.
You need to follow the wiring diagram on the paper instructions and ignore what it says on the connector itself.
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by: Bill 03/17/2024
Works exactly as described. It wasn't too difficult to install either.
by: Jamie V.05/13/2019
2015 Ford F-350 Super Duty
Wiring harness fit perfect and had plenty of length to place the plug where I wanted it. I have several Ford Explorers in my fleet and this has been the go to place for parts.
by: Mark06/12/2021
The wire diagram was not correct and luckily I have knowledge of trailer wiring and had to make some adjustments to wire posts. Also there were no mounting bracket or bolts. I wouldn’t mind paying a little more if that was in the kit. Other than that it is quality made. Plug to vehicle was very simple but other side was difficult. 2 hours installation
by: Robert 08/20/2020
Kit was fairly easy to install, but the one issue I did have was that you need to IGNORE the color-code markings on the connector itself, and ONLY follow the wiring diagram that comes with the kit! It was a bit confusing to see that the wiring pattern given on the directions was different than what was marked on the connector.
Follow the directions for your specific vehicle, and you should be OK!
by: Albert 12/04/2020
This is the second Hitch i purchased from your company I noticed how well it was made The wiring harness easy to install directions are great the wiring is put together well
by: Jake11/03/2022
2015FordExplorer
Worked perfectly for my 2015 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor!
by: Shaun06/08/2019
Works correctly although there was no wireing instructions with it and the package was open inside the box they sent it in. I would buy it again but I feel like it should have had some instructions at the very least.
by: Jon 08/03/2022
2017 FordExplorer
Shipping was fast, did not realize the mount bracket was not included. Now I have to pay shipping for a 5 dollar part when it could have been part of my original order.
by: Paul03/17/2021
This trailer was exactly what we were looking for. Well built and the price was very affordable. Good job by sales rep too.
by: Vincent07/30/2018
Instructions were well written, I was able to install the harness without issue in about 30 minutes and so far it works great.
by: Robert 07/11/2020
This harness is a plug and play type no cutting of wires. Easy install. Service and delivery time from trailer was great as usual. Excellent company to do business with and good prices too.
by: Richard07/12/2018
This was a good installation, I would recommend, if you are mechanically inclined then install it yourself.
by: Joshua07/13/2018
2016 FordExplorer
Trailer seem to never pinned out right so this allowed me to not only pin it the way I wanted, but it allowed me to use ilets that would be a lot more robust. I was happy with the quality and how easy it went on.
by: Jamie08/18/2020
Perfect fit, easy installation
by: William 10/14/2021
2017 FordExplorer
Easy to use an install all needed instructions an items needed for flawless installation.
by: J12/31/2021
This item seems to be working quite wel l.
by: Glenn08/28/2021
Good fit. Good quality.
by: Gene01/12/2021
2017 FordExplorer
I haven't installed it yet, but it looks like a quality item.
by: Jr12/31/2016
2017 FordExplorer
Very nice makes for a clean job
by: Gavin 08/03/2021
Great quality
by: Daniel 05/16/2020
2018 FordExplorer
Great product, perfect fit
by: Cameron 02/26/2024
2017 FordExplorer
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Jamie V.
5/14/2020
This harness fits and works perfectly. Hardest part was cleaning the OEM connector of all the road grime on it.