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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,C51446

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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: C51446

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.



51446 Curt Quick Plug Brake Control Adaptor Harness

California residents: click here




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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 - C51446

Average Customer Rating:  4.8 out of 5 stars   (69 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: 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: Craig 06/21/2024

This break controller was easy to install and
Works grat.



by: John 05/26/2024
JeepGrand Cherokee

Perfect fit for 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L.



by: James 12/19/2023
Jeep

Worked perfectly to connect our Curt Brake Controller to our Jeep Grand Cherokee's wiring harness. Nothing to cut or trim.



by: Ozzie L05/22/2024

Easy to install. Looks great and works well. The best part is how discreet it is. Love it.



by: Joshua 09/04/2023
2015 JeepGrand Cherokee

Works as advertised. Used to hook up a triflex brake controller into a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee with tow package. Very easy installation.



by: Jason 02/23/2024

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



by: Bill A.04/06/2020

etrailer has great videos for installation and information which works well for your personal application. Cable hidden under dash.

Bill A.

4/7/2021

Still like it.



by: Paul 02/26/2024

Delivered early. Was just what I wanted.



by: Paul 08/29/2022
JeepGrand Cherokee

Definitely a must for installing the Curt Echo under-dash brake controller in a Jeep Grand Cherokee. No wire splicing required; plug-n-play!



by: Gene 08/14/2023

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



by: Victor04/02/2018
2016 JeepGrand Cherokee

Perfect fit for my 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 5 minute installation.

Victor

4/2/2019

Traded the 2016 Grand Cherokee for a 2018, brake controller and wiring adapter fit perfectly again and has been performing flawlessly.



by: vincent .L11/08/2016
JeepGrand Cherokee

GOT MY CURT BRAKE CONTROLLER WITH EASY CONNECT FOR MY JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE ,EASIEST AUTO PART I HAVE EVER HAD TO INSTALL.BUT MY VEHICLE WAS SET UP WITH THE TOW PACKAGE..



by: Everet07/18/2022

Controller worked well. Installation took some effort, but overall was a good piece of hardware.



by: John06/10/2020

Worked great and installed easy. Especially with the added oem plug kit.



by: Philip05/07/2022
Jeep

Worke great on my Jeep Grand Cherokee



by: Gerard C04/06/2016

All great products and fast shipping. I had a small problem and tech support answered my question immediately. Saved over $250 dollars over dealer prices and with instruction videos installation was a snap. etrailers has become my go to for hitches and accessories.

Thanks, You Guys are the greatest.



by: William E10/04/2020

Worked great. made installation of my brake controller very easy.



by: Dan K.04/03/2014

Shipped same day. Easy to install with the custom wiring adapter. Excellent customer service.



by: Chris 06/27/2022

worked great, made install easy



by: Brian09/20/2022

I’ve bought several items in the last year from etrailer. The service and duality never disappoint!



by: Tommy D.07/19/2013
2004 Hyundai Santa Fe


I have found the products that I
ordered have been just what I need, this site is great, the people are very helpful, & know what they are doing, this is the only place that I will shop for my trailer needs,



by: Douglas Fell09/09/2019

This cable worked great. Nothing better than plug and play!



by: Mark R.04/23/2017

perfect fit on both ends.

Mark R.

4/24/2018

every thing is great. works good and i have recommended etrailer.com several times to friends.thank you



by: Martin05/21/2021

Excellent product. Easy to install


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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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 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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  • Red Screen on Curt Venturer Trailer Brake Controller
  • I checked the owner's manual for the Curt Venturer Trailer Brake Controller part # C51110, a flashing red display indicates that there is a brake circuit overload, likely caused by a short. It really didn't give any other detail aside from this so I first recommend you check to ensure the wires are hooked up correctly. The black wire goes directly to the positive battery terminal, there should be around 12 volts on this wire as it goes into the trailer brake controller. The white wire goes
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  • Brake Controller Recommendation for a 2005 Ford Excursion V10
  • Yes, the Curt Brake Controller part # C74VV that you referenced has been confirmed to fit your 2005 Ford Excursion. All you need to install it is the correct harness, part # C51322. This adapter plugs into the port on your vehicle's built-in brake control wiring harness. This harness should be located beneath the dash, near the center console.
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  • Brake Controller Install Harness that Fits 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L
  • Curt has a brake controller install harness that fits your 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L with the part # C51446 which you could use with a Curt brake controller like the Triflex part # C51140. To find the connector in your vehicle you'll need to drop the lower dash panel and then look for the gray connector behind the PCM near where the e-brake pedal is.
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  • Trailer Wiring Harness & Brake Control Wiring for 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee with/without Tow Package
  • If your 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee does not have a trailer connector at the back but is pre-wired with the factory tow package then you can add a 4- and 7-Way connector using # HM40975-11933. Please note: It may be necessary to see a local Jeep dealer to activate the tow package wiring circuit. Models that did not come with the factory tow package would need to use # 118727 to add the 4-Way and then # ETBC7 to add the 7-Way. For a brake controller, if your Jeep did come with the factory
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Employee Jameson C
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Employee Andrew L
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Employee Cole B
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Employee Chris R
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Employee Wilson B
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