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

Part Numbers: C74VV,C51392

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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.


Curt Venturer NEXT

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

what is 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: C51392

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.



51392 Curt Quick Plug Brake Control Adaptor Harness

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Customer Reviews

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

Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers - Dual Plug In - C51392

Average Customer Rating:  4.9 out of 5 stars   (62 Customer Reviews)

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 beneath your vehicle's dash.

by: Michael09/07/2020

The Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for the 2017 Honda Ridgeline worked perfectly for the installation of my new Curt Spectrum Trailer Brake Controller. Thanks etrailer!Thanks Curt!

Michael

9/8/2021

The Curt Spectrum Trailer Brake Controller has been working flawlessly. I am pleased that the custom harness made the install so simple.



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.



by: Jason 02/23/2024

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



by: Richard 03/28/2024

Have an installed it yet but it looks good thanks for the thanks for the fair shipping



by: Paul 02/26/2024

Delivered early. Was just what I wanted.



by: Ned b03/29/2014
Honda

Just finished the install. It was nice to be assured that I had everything I needed to finish the job before I got started. Honda didn't make it easy.



by: Hugh05/04/2020
2018 Ford Transit Connect

Installed the Curt Triflex in 2018 Honda Ridgeline RTL-E and was completely easy with the C51392 Honda specific wiring adapter that plugged into the Honda pre-wiring just above and left of the emergency foot brake as you look at the pedals. Like how the controller fits nicely in front of the shifter flat on the center console storage tray with a bit of Velcro to hold it and prevent movement in transit and matches the black interior trim well (didn't use the metal bracket that came with it). Have had great luck with Curt products (hitches, adapters, etc.) and this product is very well thought out. Too early to tell about long term use though.



by: Gene 08/14/2023

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



by: John H.06/05/2019
2019 HondaPilot

This part is listed to fit a 2019 Honda Pilot. I needed one for a 2019 Honda Passport;(basically the same vehicle); however since the Passports just came out in about February no one could tell me if it would work on the Passport. So I took a gamble and ordered this wire. Well I can confirm that this part does work on the 2019 Honda Passport. The hardest part was reaching the plug under the dash and getting this wire to plug into it, all without any room and only being able to get one hand up under dash. Wire made hooking up brake controller a lot easier than direct wiring.



by: Jonathon 10/19/2019
2019 HondaPilot

This fit my 2019 Honda Pilot perfect. Plugged right in under the dash. The plug branches out of another wiring harness directly above your OBD plug in. On the left side of dash. You will have to lay down and get your head near the pedals to see it tucked up in there. Very easy install, glad I went with etrailer. Made it simple.



by: John06/12/2017
2013 HondaPilot

Worked great I installed my brake controller in new truck in no time. On line instructions were great workout perfect.



by: Robert 07/25/2023

Thanks for the video. Worked great



by: Bryan06/25/2023

Thanks to Adam for assisting in an overnight delivery and ev”also sending an email when it delivered next day so I knew immediately.



by: Josh R.05/06/2014

Everything about the buying experience has been great! I was impressed with the email communication and the actual phone call to let me know that my ordered had been shipped out. I will be using the etrailer.com website again to make purchases for my trailer and camper accessories! Thanks!



by: Customer01/21/2017
Honda Ridgeline

Delivered faster than advertised. Took me much, much longer to FIND the Ridgelines connector. Once I going that, it took about 25 minutes to put on and secure the wires

Customer

1/21/2018



by: Reynaldo Segui08/06/2019

Great no problem

Reynaldo S.

8/6/2020

Great



by: Mike M09/15/2014

This is a great product. It took about 10 minutes to install with the well illustrated instructions showing exactly what needed to be done. Plug and play and on the road!



by: Joseph08/20/2018
2011 HondaPilot

Fast shipping simple to install on my ridgeline and pilot exact fit with the pig tail



by: Mike11/04/2014
2009 HondaPilot

The adaptor cable fit perfectly into my Honda Pilot and I had no issues with it what so ever. Great technical help is also available from etrailer. I've purchased from them before and they always do a great job.



by: Bill02/26/2019

excellent connector. Just the right le ngth



by: Dale07/21/2018

Purchased this controller for limited use.
Really
like the vehicle specific plug adaptor that came with it. Makes for a quick clean install.
Clean compact design and easy to use.



by: Tony C06/28/2017

I was surprised - completely plug and play! Easy to install



by: Mike S.10/16/2017

I haven't installed it yet, but the transaction was easy and received product right away.

Mike S.

10/16/2018

It has worked great



by: Chris 08/20/2022

Perfect adapter so you don’t have to splice into your wiring



by: Scott B08/07/2013

Made this really easy


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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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  • Will Trailer Brakes Lock Up When Output On Brake Controller Is Set To Maximum
  • When you adjust your output to maximum on the Curt Venturer, part # C74VV the brakes will be applied aggressively but will not lock them up as you questioned. It is a time-delayed brake controller and will apply the brakes to aid in braking as you need. If you move the manual adjustment to maximum you will apply the brakes even more aggressively.
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  • Location Of Under Dash Brake Controller Port On 2002 Ford F150
  • You are right that the gray port is right next to the diagnostic port under the dash on your 2002 Ford F-150 for the brake controller. I have attached a photo that shows where the brake controller port is in relation to the location of the diagnostic port. I have also attached a helpful article for brake controller installation on Ford full-size pickups you can check out.
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  • Brake Controller Recommendation for a 2006 Nissan Titan for Tent Trailer
  • The Curt Venturer part # C74VV would have plenty of braking power to activate the brakes on the tent trailer you are purchasing. This controller can activate up to 3 brake axles so it would be more than powerful enough. I do have a better option for you though. The controller you referenced is a time-delayed controller. Which means that it applies a preset amount of braking power at a preset speed every time you touch the brakes. That can work out decently, but in reality rarely do people
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  • Do Brake Controllers have Constant Power or Do they Wire Into a Ignition/Accessory Power Source
  • Brake controllers such as # C74VV will have constant power once installed. They need to have constant power otherwise they would reset every time you turned off the vehicle. Brake controllers have what is basically a sleep mode. After a certain amount of time the "go to sleep" and draw only a few milliamps of power so they will not drain the vehicle battery. If your 2007 Dodge Ram did not come with a factory 7-Way trailer connector then you will also need wiring harness # C51515 for
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  • How to Install a Curt Brake Controller in a 2014 GMC Sierra
  • Yes, you can. If your 2014 GMC Sierra is a 1500 model all you would need is the Curt Wiring Adapter part # C51451 to install your Curt Venturer Trailer Brake Controller # C74VV. If your 2014 is a 2500 or 3500 the connections are available under the dash of your vehicle. You would want to wire the controller up to the wires under your dash. Check out the FAQ article I attached on how this is done.
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  • Curt Trailer Brake Controller Does Not Apply Trailer Brakes when Connected to 2005 Honda Odyssey
  • The most likely culprit is going to be either a dirty or corroded trailer connector or brake magnet wiring. This can cause a short or a weak connection. First, disconnect the trailer and examine the vehicle side connector. Clean off any dirt or corrosion on the pins. Also check the back of the connector where the wires attach because corrosion can build up there as well. Once you have done that use a circuit tester like # PTW2979 if needed to test the brake output pin (5:00 position)
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  • Parts Needed to Install a Curt Trailer Brake Controller on a 2003 Chevy Blazer
  • Brake controllers are not vehicle specific so you can use the Curt Venturer on your 2003 Chevy Blazer. There are a few things that you will need first though. If your Blazer does not already have a 4-Way trailer connector then you will need to add one using # 18252. Then after the 4-Way is installed (or if the Blazer already has a 4-Way) you will need to install a 4- and 7-Way installation kit # ETBC7. The 4-Way plugs into the matching 4-Way on the ETBC7 and the remaining wires will
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  • Parts Needed to Install Curt Venturer in a 2016 Nissan Frontier 4x4
  • All you need to install the Curt Venturer brake controller part # C74VV is the correct install harness, part # C51382 which is a confirmed fit. I attached an install video for this setup in a very similar 2016 Nissan Frontier as well.
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  • Trailer Brakes Locking Up Even After Adjusting the Settings Per Instructions
  • First, you will want to figure out where the problem is occurring. Test the voltage from the brake controller at the vehicle end trailer connector. What you have your brake controller set at is what the voltage should read at the connector. If you are getting more voltage at the connector than what the brake controller set at, you will want to move your troubleshooting to the brake controller. If the voltage is reading correctly at the vehicle end trailer connector, then the problem is
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  • How To Install A Brake Controller On 2019 Chevy Equinox With Factory Package
  • According to Curt there is not a plug-and-play brake controller adapter for the 2019 Chevy Equinox so the Curt Venturer Brake controller would need to be hardwired in. To do this, you would need to convert the factory 4-way on the Equinox using a brake controller install kit part # ETBC7. The ETBC7 comes with all of the necessary components to hard wire the 7-way plug to the rear of the Equinox. Your existing 4-way plug will plug into the provided 7-way plug. The wires from the 7-way plug
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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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  • Troubleshootiing Curt Venturer Trailer Brake Controller Red Light Flashing Red
  • The Curt Venturer Trailer Brake Controller # C74VV definitely has a short somewhere. The attached installation details show that the red flashing light due to an overload or short circuit. I recommend checking all of your connections and ensuring you have a good ground connection. You can use a circuit tester like # PTW2993 to check functions and find the short. Replace the wires as needed. I've attached a few articles to assist. It sounds like the red wire of your controller
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  • Determining Electric Trailer Brake Connection to Travel Trailer
  • When you connect your 2009 Keystone Passport to your towing vehicle, if you have a brake controller connected to your 7-way, then there will be a slight draw on the brake output wire letting the controller know the trailer is connected. Depending on your controller, there will be some indication that the trailer is connected. The slight draw on the brake output wire will activate the brake controller so it will function within your determined settings. To test the connection, I recommend
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  • P3 and P2 Brake Controllers Show Overload Error on 2003 Ford Super Duty
  • It could be a short on the blue wire which is the brake output wire. When you replace the magnets make sure that they are grounded to a clean and corrosion free bare metal surface near the magnets. Also make sure none of the wiring to the magnets is pinched or frayed and fix as needed. Check the trailer and vehicle side connectors to make sure they are free of corrosion inside and out (including where the wires attach at the back). I have included some links on testing and troubleshooting
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  • Troubleshooting Red Flashing Light on the Curt Venturer Trailer Brake Controller # C74VV
  • If you check out the picture that I attached you can see that your Curt Venturer Trailer Brake Controller # C74VV that you installed is detecting an overload or short on the brake circuit of your 2008 GMC Sierra. The wiring adapter # C51515 that you also installed is the correct adapter so now we need to determine if the problem is on your Sierra or your trailer. If you have another trailer with brakes handy then you can simply hook up to that trailer and see if the same thing happens. Whether
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  • Troubleshooting Venturer Brake Controller Red Light Comes On Intermittently
  • I can help you figure out what's going on with your Curt Venture # C74VV. First lets start with the Red Light that comes on intermittently. The loss of the trailer, intentional in your case, should result in a solid single red light. If this is more of your issue than blinking, the controller is just functioning the way its supposed to when the trailer isn't hooked up. If your red light is flashing instead of solidly lit, according to the directions, a flashing red light indicates
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  • Brake Controller Wire Functions for a 2003 Toyota Tundra
  • If your 2003 Toyota Tundra came with a factory installed 7-Way trailer connector and you are using Curt brake controller # C74VV then you will need the proper wiring harness to plug it into your truck, # C51362. If your truck did not come with factory 7-Way and you are trying to hardwire in the controller then the black wire is 12 volt power to the controller, white is the ground wire, red is input from the cold side of the brake switch, and blue is output to the trailer brakes. I have
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  • Parts Recommendation to Install a 7-way on a 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
  • On your 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe you will need to start with a 4-way, this will get converted to a 7-way. For that you would want the # 118415. I attached an install video for you to check out. Now if your camping trailer doesn't have trailer brakes all you would need is the part # 37185 and you would be good to go. You would plug the 4-way of the # 118415 into the 4-way of the # 37185. Now if your trailer has brakes you would instead need the part # ETBC7. This comes with everything
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  • Parts Needed to Install a Brake Controller on a 1996 Chevy S-10
  • The plug under the dash you see is likely the OBDII port and you are correct, it is not used to install a brake controller. On your 1996 Chevy S-10 you will need to hardwire in a brake controller. To do this you will need to start by installing a trailer connector (unless the truck already has one). To start you would install a 4-Way, # HM41115. If the truck already has a 4-Way you can skip this step. Next you will need 4 and 7-Way installation kit # ETBC7. This provides the 7-Way
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  • Correct Curt Brake Controller Adapter Harness for 2023 Honda Pilot
  • Correct, the Curt Custom Wiring Adapter for Trailer Brake Controllers part # C51392 is a fit for all models of a 2023 Honda Pilot. It will allow you to use a trailer brake controller like the Curt Assure Trailer Brake Controller part # C49UR which is what I recommend. This is an excellent setup that allows for towing a trailer with brakes without any splicing required. The proportional design of the controller will provide a smooth braking feel and the adjustable display will ensure you
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  • Install Harness for Curt Assure Brake Controller for 2021 Honda Ridgeline
  • To install the Curt Assure brake controller part # C49UR in your 2021 Honda Ridgeline the correct install harness is the part # C51392. The other harness was designed for other vehicles and not yours.
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  • Installing A Curt Spectrum Trail Brake Controller In A 2020 Honda Passport
  • Hi Louis, Are you not able to find the factory connector to plug in the Curt Custom Wiring Adapter # C51392? If so I've attached a video of another brake controller wire harness that plugs into the same connector on a 2019 Passport to help you find the connector. You can skip past the intro to minute mark 4:49 to see where the connector sits. If you're having a different issue then let me know and I'd be happy to help so you can get your Curt Spectrum Trailer Brake Controller # C51170
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