Curt Venturer NEXT Trailer Brake Controller - 1-3 Axles - Time Delayed
Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In

Curt Venturer NEXT Trailer Brake Controller - 1-3 Axles - Time Delayed
part number: C74VV

A simple LED display and a pinch-trigger manual override make this time-delayed brake controller easy to read and easy to use. Installation is quick and simple with no mounting restrictions. Activates brakes with a preset intensity.

Features:

• Brake controller activates trailer brakes with preset intensity
• Adjustable power output control lets you select the amount of braking force
  • Rocker switches located on left front of module for easy access
• 10 Gain settings and 9 load settings allow you to adapt to various driving conditions
  • Select a higher setting for harder braking and lower for more gradual braking
• Pinch-trigger manual override is within easy reach for controlling trailer sway or stopping in emergencies
• Simple LED display shows the amount of power output
  • Self-diagnostics monitor trailer connection and check for shorts
• LCD display shows power adjustments in 1.0 increments
  • Brightness is adjustable for optimal visibility
• Auto-sleep mode prevents battery drain after 5 minutes of idle time
• Quick and easy installation with no mounting restrictions
  • No need to mount level - install anywhere at any angle
  • Included mounting bracket and hardware designed to hold brake controller flush against the dash
  • Plug-in, vehicle-specific brake control adapter (sold separately) available for select vehicles to reduce installation time

Specs:

• Application: trailers with up to 3 axles (6 brake assemblies)
  • Compatible with low-volt, PWM, ABS, cruise control, and electric-over-hydraulic trailer brakes
• Dimensions: 4" long x 3-1/8" wide x 1" thick
• Limited lifetime warranty

Gain Adjustment

Gain control lets you set the maximum amount of power that will be applied to your trailer's brakes, adjusting in increments of 1. How much braking output you need is determined by the weight of your trailer; a heavier trailer will need more power to bring it to a stop. You want to go as high as you can without the trailer brakes locking up. Typically, the gain is only readjusted when you experience changing road conditions or if the weight of your trailer changes. To get more power to your brakes, press the left-hand upper rocker switch. To decrease the gain, press the lower switch. When you make your adjustment, the gain setting will show on the LED screen for 5 seconds as a series of bars and then go into sleep mode to reduce drain on the battery.

Load Control

Once you have the gain set, you can fine-tune your braking by adjusting the load control on a scale of 1 to 9. This controls the aggressiveness of your trailer's braking, meaning how quickly the brakes reach the maximum braking level. Load control can get the braking power to your trailer faster and with more intensity so that it doesn't push your tow vehicle forward. If your vehicle takes too long to come to a stop, increase the setting by pressing the right-hand upper rocker switch. If it stops too abruptly, decrease the setting by pressing the lower switch. You can alter the setting to suit your driving preferences or to improve handling based on changing road conditions or varied trailer loads.

Pinch-Trigger Manual Override

The Venturer comes with a easy-to-reach, pinch-trigger manual override, great for stopping sway or controlling your trailer's momentum in emergencies. To engage the manual override, just push in the trigger. This will activate the trailer's brakes and brake lights without you having to apply the brakes on your tow vehicle, perfect for limiting trailer movement while you're cruising.

LED Display

The LED display on the Venturer is large and easy to read at a glance. It will show you what setting the brake controller is on as well as give you information for troubleshooting. You can adjust the screen brightness or trigger night mode so it won't glare obnoxiously on your dash. Press the control button to cycle through the different modes, shown as a bar - keeping it simple.

Quick Installation

Because inertia plays no role in the functioning of this controller, you do not have to mount the unit at any particular angle. Your mounting options are limitless, so long as you can still easily access the controller and the manual override. The included bracket is designed to mount the brake controller flush to the dash so it takes up almost no space at all.

If your vehicle already has a plug-in brake controller wiring harness, just connect the unit to it. Otherwise, you will need to purchase a vehicle-specific wiring harness (sold separately) to plug into. If a harness is unavailable for your vehicle, hardwiring will be necessary.

Note: If a custom brake control wiring adapter is not available for your vehicle, one of the following will be required:

20-Amp circuit breaker (9506P - sold separately) for 2- to 4-brake applications

30-Amp circuit breaker (38630 - sold separately) for 6- to 8-brake applications

See also etrailer.com's exclusive 7- and 4-way brake control installation kit (ETBC7 - sold separately) if you don't already have a 7-way plug at the back of your vehicle.

Time-Delayed Braking

The Curt Venturer NEXT comes equipped with time-delayed braking. Every time you apply the brakes in your vehicle, a signal is sent - via the brake switch - to the Venturer. The controller then sends power out to your trailer brakes to activate them with an intensity set by you, at a rate determined by you. Both the amount of braking power (gain) and rate of application (load) can be adjusted to suit your preference, the road conditions, the type of trailer, and the weight of your load. To determine which levels are best for your application, test your towing setup and choose what feels right.

51116 Curt Venturer NEXT Time Based Trailer Brake Control - 1 to 3 Axles

Replaces Curt 51110

Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In
part number: C51436

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 behind 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 behind 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. For most applications, this harness is located behind the dash.

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.

51436 Curt Quick Plug Brake Control Adaptor Harness

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Curt Venturer NEXT Trailer Brake Controller - 1-3 Axles - Time Delayed - C74VV

Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In - C51436

Average Customer Rating:  4.8 out of 5 stars   (103 Customer Reviews)

Order: RelevanceNewestRating - High to LowRating - Low to High A simple LED display and a pinch-trigger manual override make this time-delayed brake controller easy to read and easy to use. Installation is quick and simple with no mounting restrictions. Activates brakes with a preset intensity. 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 behind your vehicle's dash.

by: John J.06/12/2023

Kate M. my salesperson, had a most professional interaction with me being certain of my and my vehicle's needs. In addition, she walked me through the complete installation process. This I completed, wiring the 7-way and the Curt Discovery Controller making no errors along the way. On the first test, every terminal on the 7-way tested as it should. When we came home with the RV from the dealer, all the lights and the brakes worked flawlessly. Many thanks!!1599848

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by: Tommy J.01/31/2014

2014 FordF-150

Adapted Curt brake controller for my 2014 Ford F150 STX without any problems. Just find your Ford brake control connector behind the coin slot on the left side of the dash and plug it in.115344

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Tommy J.

1/31/2015

After a year of using the Curt brake controller it has been by far the best one of several I have used and installed. i highly recommend the controller.

by: John 04/13/2024

Installed but not used with a trailer yet, easy instruction and appreciate the extra hardware for the installation.
Compact and not intrusive. Decided to use the adhesive tape included and taped under the dashboard L of the steering wheel.1766470

by: Craig 06/21/2024

This break controller was easy to install and
Works grat.3163131

by: Robert06/01/2024

Simple design eight minutes to install 10 minutes to program3150712

by: Jason 02/23/2024

Slimmer than most of the others. Easy install with the additional pigtail.1737390

by: James 02/09/2023

2012 FordF-150

fits perfectly... 1515350

James

2/10/2024

easy install and working perfect!!

by: Kenneth 02/03/2024

Exactly what I paid for with fast shipping at a good price. Everything looks great and works perfectly.1718055

by: Paul 02/26/2024

Delivered early. Was just what I wanted. 1738383

by: Gene 08/14/2023

Almost plug-n-go.The hardest part was where to put the controller !1646806

by: Robert 03/17/2021

2009FordF-150

The Curt wiring adapter for my 2009 Ford F-150 plugged into the controller and the truck connector under the dashboard exactly as it should have. It works great.986331

by: Don D.04/26/2015

Installing and using the Curt trailer brake controller was simple and worked perfectly. I Can say the same about the customer service at etrailer. And will certainly be using them both 188415

by: George 09/12/2021

2010 FordF-150

The cable assembly made installation quick and easy, all I had to do was locate the Ford supplied connector in my F150. The cable assembly supplied by Curt plugs into the Ford provided connector. Plug the opposite end of the Curt supplied cable into the controller and the electrical installation is complete. Note: the Ford supplied connector has a protective cover on it, you have to remove this cover before this Curt connector will plug in.1150650

by: Larry M.02/08/2017

Ford

I purchased the C51436 adapter to install the C51130 trailer brake controller in my 2010 Ford pickup. Everything worked as stated. Good products from a good company with quick service.339863

Larry M.

2/8/2018

I am very happy with all of my purchases from etrailer. The products are still working fine after a year and your company is very good to work with. Any future needs I have will be purchased at etrailer.

by: Brian03/23/2023

2018 Ford Expedition

This has worked well on my 2018 Ford Ex pedition.1542933

by: John A02/19/2017

Just as described. With truck specific wiring harness, installation was simple. Highly recommend!343488

John Y.

2/19/2018

perfectly satisfied

by: Cleveland R03/24/2023

the 22292 would have been a better but were not in stock.the c 51436 fit my f-
150 very good . on the other end i spliced the 4 wires,same color code ,prodgy 3 hooked up easily . worked great thanks to you1542624

by: 2012 ford F15- trailer brake 06/08/2016

2012 FordF-150

Excellent - no hesitation in making that evaluation

I bought a brake controller, interface cable for the F150, and the 7 pin plug that goes on the back bumper. All items are great quality. Parts arrived as expected with shipping as paid for. I am installing the equipment, but don't have any issues. There were no installation instructions, however these are available on line line detail. I do not expect any operational probems but am a few days from making that test.258882

by: Mark D.04/13/2017

2009FordF-150

Researched, purchased and installed a hitch and brake controller for my 2009 F-150. It was so much easier using etrailer. I have recommended them to several friends for their towing needs.366607

by: Mark A. 11/18/2013

2013 FordF-150

Etrailer provided outstanding information regarding the technical details of the product along with easy to understand installation instructions. The brake controller provided a cost effective solution for my basic requirements. The installation was a "snap", the only time consuming task was determining the optimal location/position install the brake controller. Item was installed in a 2013 Ford F150 and I use it on a dual axle trailer for hauling a compact Kubota tractor. 107754

by: Max04/11/2015

2012 Saturn Relay

Made install easy. I ran my own 12 ga wire to 7 pin connector for trailer brakes. I couldnt find the fuse and or relay needed for my 2011 F150 to complete factory circuit. I NEEDED the trailer the next day with a 3,000 lb tractor on it. Worked well. 184737

by: Jim S.01/15/2018

2016 FordF-150

This pigtail that Dan T. with e-trailer help me get order an shipped worked perfectly. It was a custom fit for 2016 F-150 w/ no tow pkg and a Curt 51120 brake controller. This will almost complete my conversion of my truck that had no tow pkg. In the end it will help my daughter tow her Shooting S barrel horse safely to the shows. Thank you Dan T.467325

by: Tom 02/27/2023

FordF-150

Simple plug and play, installed in less than 30 minutes in my f150. A++++1526709

by: Keith01/05/2021

Plugged right in and working perfectly 933732

Keith M.

1/6/2022

Working perfectly

by: Ron J10/15/2016

2015 Ford Flex

This adapter from my Curt brake controller to my 2015 Ford Flex was a perfect match. Thank you very much!307458

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• Parts Needed To Install Curt Venturer Trailer Brake Controller 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz Factory 4-Way
  
• You will be able to install the Curt Venturer NEXT Trailer Brake Controller # C74VV on your 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz with the Pigtail # C77BR. As you only have a 4-way flat you will need the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C68JR to install a 7-way on the rear of your Santa Cruz. A Mounting Bracket # C67UR is needed to secure the 7-way since there is not a bumper cutout like you find on most trucks.
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• Install Harness for Curt Venturer Next in 2007 Ford F-250
  
• Yes you do need an install harness to install the Curt Venturer Next part # C74VV in your 2007 Ford F-250 with the part # C51372 being the correct harness.
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• Installation of Curt Venturer Electronic Brake Controller in 1999 Chevrolet S-10
  
• To install the Curt Venturer Electric Brake Controller # C74VV you definitely need the red wire. Black to 12 volt power White to ground Blue to 7-way at rear of vehicle Red to cold side of the stop light switch The cold side of the stop light switch will have power only when the brake pedal is pressed. The red wire carries the signal from the brake pedal to the controller so it can send a signal on the blue wire to the trailer's brakes. The wiring harness to hardwire into your
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• Connection Point for Curt Venturer Brake Controller Wiring Under Dash of 2010 Ram 1500
  
• Thank you for the photo of your 2010 Ram 1500's under-dash wiring. The gray plug shown does appear to be the correct one for connection to the mating gray plug on the Curt wiring harness # C51438. This Curt connector is shown in the other photo so that you can compare the two. The black connector on the other end of the Curt harness will plug in to the wiring at the back of the Venturer brake controller # C74VV.
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• Location For Brake Controller Adapter # C51436 To Plug Into On 2010 Ford F-150
  
• On your Ford 2010 F-150, the harness location should be located under the dash, above the brake pedal and taped to another harness. I have attached a photo that shows the typical location for the harness location on your truck. If you have the shifter in the center console of your F-150 it will be located under the center console. I have attached the installation instructions for the Curt Custom Wiring Adapter, part # C51436. The instructions show the typical installation locations for
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• Can Curt Venturer Brake Controller Install in 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  
• Yes, the Curt Venturer part # C74VV can be used on your 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee with a factory 7-way. Next, for a wiring kit to install the brake controller to the 7-way you would want the Wiring Kit for 2 and 4 Brake Electric Brake Controllers # 5506. This will provide the power source and ground for the wiring for the brake controller. You will need to test the wires from the brake pedal switch of your vehicle to find a circuit that has voltage when the brakes are applied and none
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• Malfunction of Curt Venturer Brake Controller # C74VV Used with Electric-Over-Hydraulic Brakes
  
• The Curt Venturer Brake Controller # C74VV that you are using is designed for use only with electric trailer brakes. Since you mention a solenoid it sounds like your trailer may be equipped with an electric-over-hydraulic brake actuator. Such a system will not work with the Curt Venturer. If this is the case you will need to choose another brake controller that has a switchable setting to allow it to be used with EOH brake actuators. Curt offers their Tri-Flex # C24VV that is compatible
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• Mounting Curt Venturer NEXT Trailer Brake Controller
  
• Curt has started using new brackets for their brake controllers, and that is also true for the Curt Venturer NEXT Trailer Brake Controller # C74VV. To mount this, all you have to do is put the included adhesive tape onto the included bracket and stick it wherever you like under your dash. If you'd like, you can also use the included screws with the adhesive to mount the bracket under your dash. With the bracket mounted, you'll just slide the Venturer NEXT controller into the bracket
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• Where Does Wiring Harness for Curt Venturer Connect to in Cab of 2016 Ford F-150
  
• The Curt Venturer Brake Controller # C74VV installs with the wiring harness # C51436 behind a panel in your 2016 Ford F-150's dash counsel. The panel you will need to remove in just to the right on the steering wheel. See the video I've attached and skip ahead to about the 2:30 mark to see the panel. From their the video will show you the rest of the install.
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• What Is Needed To Install Brake Controller On 2005 Ford F-150 With Factory Tow Package
  
• On your 2005 Ford F-150 with the towing package, there will be a port under the dash that the Curt Custom Wiring Adapter, part # C51322 plugs into. I have attached a photo that has a red arrow pointing to the location on your truck. The Curt Venturer Trailer Brake Controller, part # C74VV is a time-delayed brake controller designed for a trailer with electric brakes or and Electric Over Hydraulic. It uses a preset sensitivity setting to activate your trailer brakes when you press the
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• Plug-In Wiring Adapter For 2012 Ram 1500 With Tow Package For Curt Trailer Brake Controller
  
• Thank you for your purchase of the Curt Venturer Trailer Brake Controller # C74VV. As for the plug-in wiring adapter for your 2012 Ram 1500 with the factory tow package, the correct part number is the following: - Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In # C51438
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• No Power To Curt Venturer Brake Controller On 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  
• You stated that you have your controller all hooked up to your 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. It sounds like the power wire has possibly not been connected. When properly installed, the brake controller will still turn on. For you model Jeep, we offer a harness that connects to the back of the brake controller, part # C74VV. The harness number is part # C51515. The plug connects to the back of the brake controller, and the 4 wires on the other end are hardwired to your vehicle. The black
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• Parts Needed To Install Brake Controller on 2005 Dodge Ram 1500
  
• Since your 2005 Dodge Ram has the factory installed 7-Way, to install a brake controller you will just need the brake controller itself and the proper wiring harness to plug it into your Ram. If you go with the Curt Venturer, # C74VV, the only other part you will need is wiring harness # C51332. I have included a link to the installation details for you. The wiring harness plugs into a connector already on your vehicle. The connector is located underneath the dash, to the left of
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• Normal Indication Lights For Curt Venturer Brake Controller
  
• I called Curt to make sure that this is normal when the trailer is not connected. They confirmed that your brake controller is working exactly like it should. There should be a red light when you get in, and then it should change to a green light.
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• Could Curt Triflex Replace Curt Venturer In 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
  
• Yes a proportional Curt controller like the part # C24VV could easily replace a # C74VV. It would be just a matter of unplugging the old controller and plugging in the new one. For suspension enhancement I would go with the Timbren kit part # TJRJK instead of an air bag kit because maintaining air pressure in bags can be a bit of a hassle and the Timbrens get installed and you never have to think about them again.
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• Where Does a Curt Venturer Brake Controller Plug In on a 2016 Ram 1500
  
• In order to install the Curt Venturer brake controller # C74VV on your 2016 Ram 1500 you will need wiring harness # C51458. It plugs into the factory plug on the truck located under the dash, to the right of the steering column, taped to another harness. I included a picture showing the location. the picture is from the instructions for # C51458 which I have also linked for you.
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• Troubleshooting Curt Venturer Trailer Brake Controller Without Trailer Connected
  
• The Curt Venturer Trailer Brake Controller # C74VV will not work correctly until it senses a trailer attached. A trailer will actually have a small draw on the brake controller output wire, so if you want to test without a trailer, you can use a circuit tester like # PTW2993 to create that draw on your output wire to allow you to see the function. The brake controller output pin of a 7-way is in the 5 o'clock position as you look at the rear of your truck.
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• Brake Controller and Installation Recommendation for a 2013 Chevy Tahoe
  
• Yes, the Curt Venturer Brake Controller # C74VV and the install harness part # C51515 that you referenced are a confirmed fit for a brake controller for your 2013 Chevy Tahoe that has a factory 7-way trailer connector. No plug is present under the dash, but the needed wires are already run. You will connect the brake controller wiring with the vehicle wiring already present under the dash. See the attached install video.
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• Troubleshooting Constant 12V Power on Blue Brake Output Wire with Curt Venturer Brake Controller
  
• If you are reading a constant 12 volts on the blue brake output wire with the Curt Venturer Brake Controller # C74VV installed, this is indeed an indication that either the controller itself is bad or there's a short somewhere along the brake output wire on your truck (between the controller and 7-Way connector). The first thing I recommend doing is severing the blue wire just a few inches behind the Curt Venturer and testing for power again on this wire. This will isolate the controller
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• Does Computer Need To Be Flashed When Installing Brake Controller On 2021 F150?
  
• The OEM brake controller requires your 2021 Ford F-150 to be flashed by the dealer. However, an aftermarket brake controller like the Curt TriFlex NEXT # C24VV does not require the dealer to flash your truck's computer. You will need Plug-In Wiring Adapter # C51436 to connect the brake controller to the factory plug-in on your truck. Keep in mind, not all 2021 models have the necessary 12V going to the plug-in, so you may end up needing to install Power Wire Kit for Electric Trailer Brake
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• Hardwiring in a 7-Way Trailer Connector and Brake Controller on a 2018 Ford F-150 w/Factory 4-Way
  
• I did some checking and right now, in order to add a 7-Way trailer connector to your 2018 Ford F-150, you will need to use our hardwire kit # ETBC7. The factory brake controller wiring harness might be in place but if it is for sure and if that means you can install the Ford brake controller I cannot answer. I am sure you can though because I know in other Ford F-150s you can. Or you could install an aftermarket brake controller using wiring harness # 22292 and a Tekonsha brake controller.
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• Which Curt Brake Controller Adapter Fits a 2015 Ford F-150
  
• The Curt adapter, part # C51436, fits your 2015 Ford F-150. It plugs into the factory connector under your truck's dash and fits Curt brake controllers like the Venturer # C74VV.
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